“This year some of the most exciting scientific discoveries at the University of Chicago…will be made by kids”
The University of Chicago is a proud partner in Science Chicago – the world’s largest science celebration! Science Chicago gives us the opportunity to open our doors to kids of all ages to let them discover for themselves just how amazing science really is. This ambitious year-long event aims to help establish the critical value of science and math education, while illustrating that science isn’t just what’s learned in a classroom or lab--it happens all around us and has real impact on our daily lives.
In September, CEMSE participated in LABFEST! at the Museum of Science and Industry. The day included many interactive and inspiring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and experiments. Activities included exploring light and color through rainbows, building a model solar system, using air cannons to explore air density, decoding your own secret messages, and hands-on fun exploring the four forces of flight – lift, gravity, drag, and thrust.
“Science Education for Kids in the 21st Century” on November 16th and 23rd –
As part of Science Chicago, Jeanne Century, Director of Science Education and Research and Evaluation, and Debbie Leslie, Director of Direct Services for Science and Early Childhood, will engage parents in two interactive discussions about “What is good science education for your kids for the 21st Century?” The discussions will center on the importance of high-quality science education and what parents should expect their children to know and be able to do in science starting as early as preschool. On November 16 from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, and November 23 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Located at Uncommon Ground, 1401 West Devon Avenue, Chicago.
Science Chicago runs from September 2008 - August 2009. For more information about Science Chicago and for a full calendar of events, please visit the Science Chicago website as well as the University of Chicago website devoted to Science Chicago.