November/December

Looking forward to connecting with you all on our Leap into Science Community Meeting on July 18, 2018 at 11:00AM Pacific | 2:00PM Eastern. I have included an outline of the agenda as well as the connection information and expectations below. Please review and respond if you have suggestions or questions about the expectations or our upcoming meeting. There are also a couple homework assignments listed below. Agenda * Welcome * Training Updates from New Jersey * Core 4 – Tool Kit Strategy Discussion * Diverse Wind-themed Books Conversation * Updates and Reminders * Questions/Discussion Please see connection details below. Test Your Connection Before the Webinar http://connectpro35337274.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Requirements * Attendance. All state leaders must attend each Community Meeting. * Microphone. Every call will require an online microphone connection. Please have a working microphone and test with the Adobe system at the beginning of each call. If you do not have a microphone, please contact Casi Herrera<mailto:cherrera@ngcproject.org> (cherrera@ngcproject.org<mailto:cherrera@ngcproject.org>). * Reporting. Some calls will require state leadership teams to report on specific topics or activities. We will provide advance notice. Please come prepared with these materials. * Follow-up. The Franklin Institute and National Girls Collaborative Project will address all questions promptly, and state leadership teams are expected to do the same. On Meeting Day: * Go to: http://connectpro35337274.adobeconnect.com/leapngcp * Enter your first and last name and click * A webinar moderator will accept your request to enter the room. * Audio will be via your computer speakers and microphone. There will be no separate phone line. Please use a computer with a microphone to fully participate. HOMEWORK 1. Community Call Feedback If you haven’t done so, please provide feedback on the Leap into Science Community Calls. The responses to this survey<https://go.edc.org/Leap-into-Science-June-Community-Meeting-Survey> will provide valuable information about how we can best support you through our monthly Community Calls. https://go.edc.org/Leap-into-Science-June-Community-Meeting-Survey 1. Wind Unit Book Discussion During NLI, we had a discussion about incorporating a broader selection of books in order to address diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we revise the next unit of workshops for year two, we are seeking your input on wind-themed books that feature diverse characters, cultures, and languages. Currently, we are working on creating a guide on what makes a good Leap into Science book. Until this guide is completed, please consider the following as you are suggesting books: · Accurate depiction of science concepts – Is the science accurate? Does the book perpetuate scientific misconceptions? · Captivating story – Will the story capture the audience’s attention? Is there too much text for a read aloud? Is it age appropriate? · Compelling visuals – Is the scientific phenomenon clearly depicted through the pictures? If you haven’t done so already, please help populate this google spreadsheet<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VoisuSjM_b4eWhEnEVBTMpWUQMAlvrcS3pLjIph1FqQ/edit?usp=sharing> with book suggestions. 1. Community Meeting Changes We have some changes to the Leap into Science Community Meeting schedule. Please see updates below: September As a reminder, there is not a Community Meeting Scheduled for September. We are replacing the September meeting with one-on-one check-ins with Tara and Casi. Please watch for an email to schedule the one-on-one check ins. November/December Due to various winter holidays, vacations, and general conflicts, we are rescheduling the November/December Community Meetings with ONE early December Community Meeting. Please complete this doodle poll to help us pick a date that works for the most people. https://doodle.com/poll/epi76wd2f5u5kuaw -- Casi Herrera Educational Programs Manager Pronouns: she/her National Girls Collaborative Project<https://ngcproject.org/> | The Connectory<https://theconnectory.org/> | FabFems<https://fabfems.org/>