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Three fourth grade teams from Allentown School District awarded top prizes
The Da Vinci Science Center is pleased to announce that three fourth-grade teams from Allentown School District (ASD) were awarded top prizes at a regional Rube Goldberg Machine Contest® held at the Da Vinci Science Center on Feb. 28.
In all, fourteen teams from ASD competed in the regional contest with the objective of finding the zaniest and complex way to complete the simple task of turning off a light. The three winning teams will move on to the national Rube Goldberg Machine Contest® in Indiana this April.
“We could not be prouder of these students and all that they have accomplished over the past few weeks,” said Karen Knecht, Director of Education at Da Vinci Science Center. “They’ve demonstrated an incredible amount of teamwork, dedication, and problem-solving to get to this level of the competition, and it is our hope that they continue to explore these skills both in and out of the classroom.”
The RGMC® is a fun and competitive forum that helps develop STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) knowledge, teamwork, and out-of-the-box problem-solving skills. Research demonstrates that using a project-based learning approach like the RGMC® has positive results for students in science and math subjects. The objective is to collaborate with teachers to increase student core content knowledge, STEM skills, and college and career readiness.
This project is part of a comprehensive STEAM program in ASD Elementary Schools funded by The Century Fund. Additional support for ASD teacher professional development and themed programs is provided by PPL Foundation, Harry C. Trexler Trust, and Bosch Community Fund.
This #GivingTuesday, science education is more important than ever. Help us continue to bring science to underserved students with a gift today.Science education is more important than ever. This #GivingTuesday, we are committed to continue to provide virtual STEAM programs for Lehigh Valley students from all backgrounds and provide STEAM kits that students get to keep. A gift of just $20 will provide an hour-long virtual program for 1 student.
This year, Gross McGinley is giving us a gift of $500 in honor of Giving Tuesday. If you can help us match their donation, they will double their gift to $1,000! Please help show your support so we can achieve this “Gross McGinley Giving Back Tuesday” challenge grant! #GMGivingBackTuesday
Science education is more important than ever. This #GivingTuesday, we are committed to continue to provide virtual STEAM programs for Lehigh Valley students from all backgrounds and provide STEAM kits that students get to keep. A gift of just $20 will provide an hour-long virtual program for 1 student.
This year, Gross McGinley is giving us a gift of $500 in honor of Giving Tuesday. If you can help us match their donation, they will double their gift to $1,000! Please help show your support so we can achieve this “Gross McGinley Giving Back Tuesday” challenge grant! #GMGivingBackTuesday
Lin Erickson, our Executive Director & CEO, will be a featured panelist at the Meaningful Mentorships event from Lehigh Valley Launchbox on Dec. 2. This FREE virtual event will include female leaders sharing stories of the mentors that have impacted their lives, and breakout sessions where attendees will learn how they too can have meaningful relationships with a mentor or as a mentee. Register today at bit.ly/2JhgYKo.
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LaunchBox Ladies is an educational series focusing on unique challenges and victories of female entrepreneurs who impact the Lehigh Valley.Have some safe, family-friendly fun this holiday weekend with Under the Canopy! Meet live rainforest animals, including Lulu the Two-Toed Sloth! Advanced reservations required. Purchase tickets online at bit.ly/3qc1EA2.
The Toys for Tots boxes are here and ready for your donations! Help us give back this holiday season. Toys can be dropped off during our normal business hours.
Have you booked your private tour for Under the Canopy yet? Get up-close with Lulu! Only a few spots left, hurry and book today at davincisciencecenter.org.
We're OPEN! Lulu the sloth is SO excited to see everyone! Hurry and get your tickets for this weekend before they are sold out! Reservations required in advance. Purchase online at bit.ly/32mGiWl
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Meet live rainforest animals, including a sloth, during Under the Canopy, opening Nov. 6! General Admission and Private VIP Tours are available, where you can meet Lulu the sloth up-close! Advanced reservations are required for all experiences. Learn more and reserve your tickets at bit.ly/35S63P0.
Did you hear? We’re partnering with our friends at the Crayola Experience Easton to give your family colorful savings all month long! Save $5 on each ticket when you use our online promo* code: DSCSAVE
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Steps are being taken to land the first woman and the next man on the Moon, and NASA wants to know: what would you pack for a trip to the Moon? Share your #NASAMoonKit and you may see your kit featured on the NASA social media pages! Details at go.nasa.gov/2SM1b7U.
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We are getting ready for an important #Artemis milestone: The Green Run Hot Fire Test. This test will be the last step before the core stage is fully integra...This week, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A. Doudna, marking the first time this honor has been given to two women! They are the 6th and 7th women in history to win a chemistry prize. We celebrate their accomplishments and recognize that this is one more step toward greater recognition for women in STEM fields. You can learn more about their work at nyti.ms/3lqiFTF.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to 2 Scientists for Work on Genome Editing
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Emmanuelle Charpentier and Jennifer A. Doudna developed the Crispr tool, which can change the DNA of animals, plants and microorganisms with high precision.No school this Monday, Oct. 12? Join us for virtual or in-person Silly, Spooky day camp, and explore optical illusions. Plus, create your very own mini light-up jack-o-lantern! Learn more and register at bit.ly/3iADJ8q.
The Lehigh Valley Section of the American Chemical Society is sponsoring an illustrated poem contest for K-12 students. Winners will advance to the National Illustrated Poem Contest and will win special prizes! Deadline to enter is Oct. 25. More info at bit.ly/3jxbeJN.
Did you hear? We’re partnering with our friends at the Crayola Experience Easton to give your family colorful savings all month long! Save $5 on each ticket when you use our online promo* code: DSCSAVE
Purchase Tickets HERE: crayolaexperience.com/easton/buy-tickets
*Offer valid until Oct. 31. 2020. Offer valid for online purchase only. Offer only valid for full priced general admission tickets. Not valid for annual passes. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Valid only at Crayola Experience in Easton, Pa. Valid for up to 4 guests.
Virtual Science Clubs begin next week! Students will explore different sciences, tinker with modern technology, and build new skills that will help them navigate life in the 21st century, all from the comfort of their homes! Learn more and register at bit.ly/3mU0x6v.
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