Public Event: Report on Science & Engineering in Preschool - Elem. Grades

100 Academy Way,Irvine CA 92617

14 June, 2022

Description

This public discussion will focus on the role of leadership in supporting elementary science and engineering learning and teaching. PUBLIC EVENTReport on Science and Engineering in Preschool Through Elementary Grades: The Brilliance of Children and the Strengths of EducatorsBuilding a solid foundation in science and engineering in preschool through elementary grades not only enhances and sustains children’s’ natural curiosity for science and engineer, but also sets them up for later success by establishing the knowledge and skills that are needed for challenging topics introduced in last grades. Join the Board on Science Education on June 14th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm in Irvine, CA for a public event to discuss the recent report Science and Engineering in Preschool Through Elementary Grades: The Brilliance of Children and the Strengths of Educators. The event will feature conversations with different stakeholders who are faced with ensuring the children have access to science and engineering in preschool through elementary grades. Moderated panel discussions will focus on specific recommendations from the report with respect to how to prioritize science and engineering in these early grades and how to build capacity through the preparation of educators and leaders. Agenda is forthcoming. Event Location National Academy of Sciences Beckman Center, Huntington Room 100 Academy Irvine, CA 92617 To prevent infection and spread of the COVID-19 virus, and as an integral measure toward the safety and health of everyone in our buildings, the National Academies require all individuals who enter our facilities to be up to date with their vaccinations against COVID-19 per CDC guidance. Visitors must show their official COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (or a digital photo of the card) to the security staff at the Keck Center or the NAS Building, or to the management staff at the Beckman Center, when they enter the facility. Visitors may choose to wear a mask but are not required to do so. This registration information is being collected via Eventbrite. Eventbrite is not affiliated in any way with, or endorsed by, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and your submission via the Eventbrite website is subject to Eventbrite’s privacy and terms of use.