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Science is a system of acquiring knowledge using observation and experimentation to describe the world around us. Vision Statement: Student-centered classrooms will incorporate issues and processes to prepare learners for a global society.
-Inquiry-based learning is a vehicle through which students become scientifically literate, honing literacy and numeracy skills.
-Scientific attitudes, such as curiosity, respect for evidence, critical reflection, flexibility and respect for the environment, empower students and foster learning. Mission Statement: To create a district-wide learning community, to support literacy through high academic achievement of the science learning standards.
May 22, 2009 City Honors School Student Earns Prestigious Scholarship 
CHS student Jimmitti Teysir | On March 27, 2009, 47 students from across upstate New York competed in the Tri Region Science and Engineering Fair (TRSEF) in Syracuse. Jimmitti Teysir, a student from City Honors School, was selected for a Grand Award. The Grand Award includes representing the 27 counties served by TRSEF at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Reno, Nevada, May 10th-15th. For the full story click on the BPS Science in the News
The BPS Science Department is privileged to let you know that Deloris Anderson, 6th grade teacher at Campus West was awarded as the Western New York 2008/2009 K-8 Science Educator of the Year by STANYS (Science Teachers Association New York State).
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November 7, 2009
K-6: Zoo Charts, Graphs, Data..Oh My! Pt.2
PGS Course #511. Come and gain experience with new, enganging examples of how scientific data is gathered, analyzed and interpreted in the real world case at the Buffalo Zoo.
this is part 2 of 2....
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November 9, 2009
Curriculum Lead Teacher Meeting HS
PGS Course #454. Curriculum Lead Teacher Meetings HS
Monthly meetings: 9/14; 10/19; 11/9; 12/14; 1/11; 2/8; 3/8; 4/19; 5/10; 6/7 To be held at the BPDTC in room 453....
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November 10, 2009
High School Science Sharing Part 2:8
PGS Course #516; 518. Meet us at BPDTC, room 453. Come and network with the teachers in your content areas. Bring your best lessons, activities, demonstrations, techniques, technological implications and pedagogy to share and exchange with your colleagues. Or you can come with an open mind to learn new and exciting things to add to your classroom lessons/strategies. This is Part 2 of 8 sessions. The other dates are: 12/8/09; 1/5/10; 2/2/10; 3/2/10; 4/13/10; 5/4/10....
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November 12, 2009
Behind the Scenes @ Science Museum grades 7 & 8
PGS Course #589. Go behind the scenes to discover the Museum's unique resources; its real stuff,scientist and research as you explore ways to enhance your curriculum and engage your students.
This is a 1 day workshop.
Location: buffalo Museum of Science...
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November 14, 2009
November 16, 2009
November 19, 2009
November 24, 2009
Science Grade 7/8 Explicit Instruction 2:4
PGS Course #523. Participants will gain knowledge in the 5 essential attributes of Explicit Instruction. Through modeled lessons they will be trained to incorporate this strategy into the science classroom. There will be special emphasis placed on writing measurable objectives.
Room 453.
This is Part 2 of 4. The other dates are:
2/9/10; 3/9/10...
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December 1, 2009
Science Elementary Sharing K-6 Part 2:4
PGS Course #514. Come to BPDTC room 453 and network with the teachers in your grade level. Bring your best lessons, activities, demonstrations, techniques, technological implications and pedagogy to share and exchange with your colleagues. Or you can come with an open mind to learn new and exciting things to add to your classroom lessons/strategies.
Disclaimer: We will meet once every marking period to discuss and share specific topics following the BPS pacing guide. By the end of the 4 workshops you will have a binder full of new and exciting lessons to enhance your student’s academic achievement.
The other dates are: 2/22/10; 3/23/10...
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December 5, 2009
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