is August 2013 Issue Nationally coordinated by STEMNET Nationally coordinated by STEMNET
is Dear STEM Ambassador, We are delighted to bring you August s Inside STEM. The school holidays are almost over so we hope you will find an activity to get involved with in the new academic year. You will find activities at both Primary and Secondary schools, opportunities to attend training courses about Smart Materials and Maths, and a chance to get involved with science festivals. For more information and teacher contact details for any of the opportunities below, please e-mail: ambassadors@dundeesciencecentre.org.uk or call 01382 868 608. Please remember; Always keep us informed about activities you are planning to be involved in. In order to remain an active STEM Ambassador you are required to participate in at least one voluntary activity a year, although we d be delighted if you take part in more. Keep your profile updated or e-mail us with which activities you have taken part in, so you can be credited with your involvement. Tell us what you thought of your experience. This will help us continue to monitor and improve the programme. Please complete the short evaluation. Finally, as a valued partner of Dundee Science Centre, we are delighted to offer FREE admission to 'approved' STEM Ambassadors, during standard admission times. Why not come along and see our new Myths & Monsters exhibition? If you would like to meet up with a member of the team whilst you are here, just email or call in advance. We hope you will find an opportunity of interest, and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards, Julia Mackay STEM Programmes Manager Rebecca MacLennan Science Learning Officer STEM Programmes
isaberdeen and Aberdeenshire Science STEM Ambassador Loan Box training Explore resources and learn more about the topics Marvellous Maths and its applications inside the real world; Satrosphere Science Centre, Aberdeen Thursday 8 August, 10am to 12noon Smart and Smarter: Materials with a Difference; Satrosphere Science Centre, Aberdeen Thursday 8 August, 2pm to 4pm Provide a Helping Hand: Working with Advanced Higher Students Satrosphere Science Centre Thursday 15 August, 10am to 12pm CPD for Ambassadors Animates Support the delivery of workshops about exotic animals at TechFest Aberdeen - Monday 16 to Friday 20 September S1 Healthy Heart day Link Biology with Sports and Home Economics Turriff Academy, Aberdeenshire September DNA Support teachers to deliver this topic for the National 5 course Turriff Academy, Aberdeenshire November Advanced Higher Biology Support projects throughout the year Turriff Academy, Aberdeenshire August Lab in a Lorry Great opportunity to do experimental science Banchory Academy, Aberdeenshire 9 & 10 September Ellon Academy, Aberdeenshire 11, 12 & 13 September
isaberdeen and Aberdeenshire Technology Computer Game development Support Primary 7 pupils to design games Bramble Brae Primary School, Aberdeen August STEM presentations Deliver a presentation about design, manufacture or electronics Practical electronics Support physics pupils at their school or your workplace Aberdeen Grammar School, Aberdeen August Engineering Maths Clubs Female Engineers Inspire pupils about your career Elgin Academy, Moray, Highlands and Islands August Maths Careers Networking Event Show pupils how you use maths Meldrum Academy, Aberdeenshire August Maths in the Real World Help pupils understand the importance of maths Mackie Academy, Aberdeenshire August ROV Club Sponsor the school s ROV to take part in an international competition and/or provide practical support Inverurie Academy, Aberdeenshire August Engineering Club Support and enthuse club members
isaberdeen and Aberdeenshire Cross - Curricular Business Club Deliver a presentation or support the club s activities Drama, Art, Music, Media Support a new creative industries course Careers Careers Evening Showcase your career to inspire pupils Alford Academy, Aberdeenshire Thursday 3 October, 6.30pm to 8.30pm Work Experience or Voluntary Opportunities Offer STEM experiences for pupils Lunchtime Lectures Speak about your career and answer pupils questions Mearns Academy, Aberdeenshire August Peterhead Academy,Aberdeenshire August Bucksburn Academy, Aberdeen August
isdundee and Angus Science STEM Ambassador Loan Box training Explore resources and learn more about the topic Marvellous Maths and its applications inside the real world Dundee Science Centre Wednesday 7 August, 10am to 12noon Smart and Smarter: Materials with a Difference Dundee Science Centre Wednesday 7 August, 2pm to 4pm CPD for Ambassadors Provide a Helping Hand: Working with Advanced Higher Students Dundee Science Centre Wednesday 14 August, 9am to 11am Opportunities for Ambassadors to support the planning and deliver of teacher CPD courses for teachers and family workshops, with Dundee Contemporary Arts; CPD Eureka Moments Exciting science and art activities to enthuse teachers Dundee Contemporary Arts Thursday 7 November, 4:15pm to 6pm Animating Science Workshop Help children discover the science behind animation Dundee Contemporary Arts Saturday 9th November, 11am to 4.30pm Crafty Science Family Workshops Support children to link science and art Dundee Contemporary Arts - Sunday 10 November, 10.30am to 12.30pm & 2pm to 4pm Dundee Science Centre workshop Healthy Body Bits for P7 transition day Brechin High School, Angus Tuesday 15 October Science Day Deliver an experiment or activity for pupils to engage with Braeview Academy, Dundee November Make a BANG!! Help bring chemistry lessons to life Arbroath High School, Angus August
isdundee and Angus Cross - Curricular Ambassador and Teacher Networking event Meet local teachers Dundee Science Centre Thursday 12 September, 5pm to 7pm Clubs STEM Club Enthuse and support the club with activities Menzieshill High School, Dundee Wednesday afternoons from August ROV Club Sponsor the school s ROV to take part in an international competition and/or provide practical support Menzieshill High School, Dundee August Careers Career shadowing Provide an opportunity for S6 pupils to visit your place of work Montrose Academy, Angus August What makes a good interview? Share your experience with pupils Montrose Academy, Angus August
isperth and Kinross Science Local conservation Engage pupils with topical conservation including bumblebees Abernyte Primary, Perth and Kinross Current term Chemical Analysis Discuss Forensic analysis in solving crimes St John s RC Academy, Perth January or February 2014 Nuclear Chemistry Explain whether or not we need nuclear energy St John s RC Academy, Perth February 2014 Smart Materials Support with the topics of polymer/plastic/ceramic research St John s RC Academy, Perth March 2014 Forensics Speak to pupils about the use of Chemistry within Forensics Kinross High School, Perth and Kinross April 2014 Chemistry of Fireworks Excite pupils about this topic Kilgraston Independent School, Perth and Kinross August Work experience Support pupils by offering work experience in Biochemistry or Pharmacy Kilgraston Independent School, Perth and Kinross August Lab in a Lorry Great opportunity with experimental science Community School of Auchterarder, Perth & Kinross 29 & 30 October Engineering Careers Fair Showcase your work in Engineering to inspire pupils Glenalmond College, Perth and Kinross Friday, 27 September, 1.30pm to 3pm
isperth and Kinross Maths Clubs Pure Maths Support senior pupils to learn what opportunities there are Breadalbane Academy, Perth and Kinross August Science Club Forensics project Perth Academy, Perth and Kinross August Maths & Science Club Start up project ideas required Perth Academy, Perth and Kinross July or August Careers Science in Society Speak about Chemistry at a science event Kilgraston Independent School, Perth and Kinross Wednesday 9 October, 6pm to 7.30pm Career talk Speak about your career and enthuse pupils about STEM careers Kinross High School, Perth and Kinross August University applications Support pupils with their UCAS applications and mock interviews Kilgraston Independent School, Perth and Kinross August or September