Hopefully Term 1 is going smoothly for you and no doubt keeping you busy! It will be holidays again before you know it and time for the Annual Conference!
We have been busy with the Teachers New to SACE Science Workshops so far this term. They were all well attended but it was great to see the turn out at the Nutrition session. If you know of anyone teaching Nutrition who may be interested in attending future sessions please let us know!
SASTA Awards
Have you considered nominating yourself or a colleague for a SASTA Award or Scholarship?
There are a number of awards available to SASTA members and we would love to hear from you and share your contributions to your school and science community! Don’t be humble! You are all doing something special and the application process is simple, so have a go!! Find out more here.
If you have submitted a nomination and didn't receive an email confirmation please get in contact with the SASTA office.
Term 1 Professional Learning
There are only a couple of workshops remaining for Term 1 including Putting the 'E' in STEM for Secondary teachers on 15 March plus some professional learning events to support your work with the Oliphant Science Awards.
Annual Conference
Program Available!
The program has officially been released for the 2019 SASTA Annual Conference and registrations are now open!
Earlybird registrations close on Monday 18 March so get in early to take advantage of the discounted rate and to book into your preferred sessions.
SASTA Membership
If you haven't had a chance to renew your SASTA membership for 2019 yet, visit the website here.
Congratulations to Glen Osmond Primary School who won our Corporate Member prize for February and received tickets to see 'The Wine Science Show' at the Fringe!
2019 SASTA Annual Conference
The full program has been released with a great line up of Keynote Speakers, Cutting Edge presenters, workshop sessions and a 'Panel of Dangerous Ideas'. We are also considering our environmental impact at this event and a range of new initiatives have been put in place. You can check these out in the program.
Earlybird registrations close on Monday 18 March. Visit the website to view the full program and register online!
2019 Study Guides available for pre-order
School orders - Advance bulk orders for the 2019 Study Guides can be placed with Rebecca via office@sasta.asn.au. Student / individual orders - Pre-orders for students / individuals are also now available on the SASTA website.
There are a number of updates to the 2019 Study Guides including:
- New questions in each guide
- SHE questions added as a focus
- Suggested solutions for 2018 exam
- Updated exam style questions based on chief assessors report.
We encourage you and your students to pre-order early as we sold out last year!
Term 1 Professional Learning
- Putting the 'E' in STEM (Secondary) | Friday 15 March
- Navigating the Oliphant Science Awards in your School Webinar | Monday 1 April
Moving Towards Open Inquiry with the CREST Awards Program
- Adelaide | 19 March
- Whyalla | 20 March
- Mt Gambier | 22 March
Term 2 Professional Learning
- STEM in the Early Years (Engineering Focus) | Friday 10 May
- Designing and Implementing STEM Challenges (Primary) | Monday 3 June
- Designing and Implementing STEM Challenges (Secondary) | Friday 14 June
Don't forget to check out the Events & News in the Science Community below!
Resources
Order your copies for 2019!
Stage 1 and 2 Workbooks
Second Edition Stage 1 Workbooks are now available! To view sample pages or to order online click here.
Year 8 & 9 Practical Investigations Workbooks
Both workbooks reflect the current emphasis on STEM skills through the inclusion of engineering design challenges. Click here to order your copies and view sample pages.
Stage 1 Biology Textbook
This book was written by Dr Kathy Adams to complement the current Stage 1 Biology SACE Board of South Australia subject content for South Australian students. Click here to order your copy and view sample pages.
Events and News in the Science Community
The Great Southern Reef
The Great Southern Reef links thousands of highly productive, biologically inter-connected reefs across Australia’s southern coastline. 85% of the species found in these waters are found nowhere else on the planet.
In partnership with National Geographic, Ocean Imaging are producing a documentary, short film series and educational materials (aimed at year 8 and 9 students) to raise the public profile of Australia’s Great Southern Reef.
This exciting unit of work will focus on local marine life, ecosystems, threats and economic significance of this often overlooked reef system.
Ocean Imaging are seeking expressions of interest of high school teachers in southern Australia in the form of a short online survey. You can also sign up for updates on the Great Southern Reef Website.
National Science Week
School theme - Destination Moon: more missions, more science
School grant applications are now open! Enquiries about the school grants can be sent to the SA School Grants Representative, Priscilla Martinus at fullerst@adam.com.au. For more information visit the ASTA website.
The National Science Week Resource Book is now available! There are also two further complementary resources; a timeline Australia’s history in space. The story of Australia’s contribution to space exploration and a student journal. To view these resources, click here.
Year 12 STEM Outreach
Operating for over 36 years, the National Youth Science Forum offers STEM outreach programs designed to give students a broader understanding of the diverse study and career options in STEM and encourage them to continue studies in these fields. Year 11 students are invited to apply now for the 2020 program. Applications for 2020 open from 1 March to 31 May 2019. Visit the website for details.
Oliphant Science Awards
Planning for the 2019 competition is underway and the 2019 Oliphant Science Awards Information Booklet is now available. Click here to access the Information Booklet and get in early and register as a coordinator!
Have you considered becoming a judge for the Oliphant Science Awards? Find out more and register your interest here.
Big Science Competition
If you’re looking for a unique and easy way to challenge your students, Big Science Competition is a competition you shouldn’t ignore. More than 40,000 students across Australia and the region are already on board, don’t miss out on this great opportunity for your students to experience new way of thinking!
Learn more and register here
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