Programs and activities at A Time for Science are developed and directed by award winning science educators who, with decades of experience, are well versed in nationally and internationally recognized, hands-on, inquiry-based programs such as FAST (Foundational Approaches to Science Teaching), GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment), NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), Sci-Link (Linking Scientists, Teachers & Students), ENVIROTHON and others.
Now is the Time
(Jumping into Science Research)
Student science/math clubs
- 3rd – 5th Grades
- 6th — 8th Grades
- 9th – 12th Grades
Provide support
- Organizational structure
- Inquiry-based guidance
- Network of support, advice/mentoring
- Equipment and facilities
To develop, conduct research, and present projects, and facilitate activities suitable for competition in North Carolina Envirothon, ISEF-NC (International Science and Engineering Fair of North Carolina), NCSAS (North Carolina Student Academy of Science), and many others. For the latest information about Jumping into Science Research for 2009-2010, see the post here and a detailed handout here.
After-School Times
(Under Development)
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Energy — A program of weekly meetings involving hands-on, inquiry-based, integrated science investigations that teach concepts of physical, chemical, biological and ecological sciences by tracing the flow of energy from the sun through the biosphere.
Saturday/Sunday Times
(Under Development)
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Family Walk in the Woods Tree Identification
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Fifth grade EOG/EOC science enrichment activities — A variety of activities targeted to Scout merit badges as well as other activities
- Saturday Family Fun Days
Times of Achievement
(Under Development)
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Envirothon Community Service Learning Projects
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Scouting Projects and Merit Badge Activities
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Research Projects — Variety of High School Environmental/Ecology Projects
