JLab Science Activities for Teachers

JLab Science Activities for Teachers (JSAT)
Jefferson Lab, Newport News, VA
October 2007 - May 2008

ATTENTION ALL 6^th AND 8^th GRADE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHERS!
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU!

What is JSAT?

JSAT is an after school program for 6^th and 8^th grade science teachers designed to build teachers' skills in the physical sciences.

What will I do in JSAT?

The 2007-2008 program will include interactive activities to enhance physical science instruction at the middle school level and lectures by Jefferson Lab staff on the applications of science. And, yes, teachers WILL receive class sets of all activities!

2007-2008 topics will include matter, energy transfer, force and motion, magnetism and electricity, and optics.

Where does JSAT take place?

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) in Newport News, Virginia. [Google Maps]

When does JSAT take place?

Specific dates are listed below. Each session takes place between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

6^th Grade Teachers		8^th Grade Teachers
October 3		October 10
October 17		October 24
November 14		November 14
November 28		November 28
December 12		December 12
December 19		December 19
January 9		January 16
January 23		January 30
February 6		February 13
February 20		February 27
March 5		March 12
March 19		March 26
April 15		April 15
April 23		April 23
May 7		May 14
May 21		May 28

Why should I attend JSAT?

All JSAT components address the National Science Education Standards and the Virginia Standards of Learning.

All teachers that attend 80% of the sessions will receive a stipend of $400 at the end of the school year.

How do I apply to JSAT?

Application forms can be downloaded or requested via email. Completed applications are due Thursday, September 27, 2007.

What other program information is available?

Who should I contact if I have questions?

Lisa Surles-Law - (757) 269-5002 [surles@jlab.org] or
Jan Tyler - (757) 269-7164 [tyler@jlab.org]