Science Games
01/26/2023
Your student is interested in science and you’re looking for fun ways to keep them learning? Take a look at these online science games curated by the Jefferson Lab!
National History Day
01/19/2023
ENGAGING STUDENTS AND TEACHERS IN HISTORICAL RESEARCH & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
There’s still time to enter your essay for National History Day! This is a great opportunity for students grades 6 - 12 to dive deep into a topic (this year’s theme is FRONTIERS), apply and learn research and writing skills and have fun in the process.
OMSI Build a Bug
12/27/2021
Like people, insects are unique and come in all different shapes and sizes! In this Build-A-Bug workshop video, Brad shows how insects are structured—with a head, thorax, and abdomen—and how to build your own using things at home such as pipe cleaners, toothpicks, and marshmallows. Watch the video here!
Extraterrestrial Adventure
12/27/2021
The James Webb Space Telescope, launching December 2021, will be able to study the atmospheres of distant exoplanets. Imagine what life might exist in another solar system with Extraterrestrial Adventure.
WSPTA Essay Contest
12/1/2021
The WSPTA Essay Contest explores the important and varied influencers in the lives and education of children. The Essay Contest is open to all students in K-12 across the state. The application deadline is March 1, 2022. Find guidelines, application forms and more on the WSPTA website.
PacSci 360° Spot the Difference
National STEM Day is on November 8th
11/7/2021
The Pacific Science Center has several at home activities!
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry has some great at-home weekly science activities, including sports science, coding, volcanos-- and much more!!!
2021 LWSD Teen Startup Challenge
9/6/2021
The LWSD Teen Startup Challenge is designed to promote student startup ideas and venture creation. The challenge provides the opportunity for high school students to win prizes and learn from local business leaders. Finalists will present their ideas and business plans and receive valuable feedback from successful professionals. The application for this event is due by midnight on September 27, 2021. Visit www.lwsd.org/teen-startup to learn more about this event.