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Boeing Boeing works toward a future when all students will have access to learning so they can develop their skills, do what they dream, and build something better. While each community faces its own local education priorities and challenges, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education is globally recognized as a key to workforce preparedness and continued innovation. Working with community, business and private sector partners, Boeing supports education programs designed to develop a globally competitive workforce and strong communities. |
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PBS SoCal PBS SoCaL is dedicated to educating, entertaining and enlightening viewers throughout the greater Los Angeles region on all media platforms. PBS SoCaL Education serves parents, teachers, and students on-air, online, and through community engagement. Our major education and engagement initiatives include Ready to Learn and American Graduate, focusing on cradle to career support and resources. PBS SoCaL Education engages audiences across three major platforms: in the home, in the classroom, and in the community. |
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| Children's Home Society of California CHS offers programs and services to build upon a family's inherent strengths so they can move toward self-sufficiency. To reach out to children and families at risk, CHS provides a variety of services to children and families working to improve their quality of life by offering vital informational, educational, and resource services. CHS is also an expert resource for child care providers, other social service agencies, and government agencies at the local, state, and national level. |
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OC STEM Initiative As a growing network comprised of local funders, the Orange County STEM Initiative's mission is to partner with community stakeholders (students, parents, teachers, businesses, and funders) invested in the improvement of the quality and outcome of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) teaching and learning in Orange County to develop the critical thinking, creative and innovative leaders of tomorrow. |
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Stratford School Stratford School is an independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Committed to inspiring students to achieve an excellent academic education, Stratford School offers a challenging curriculum focused on core subjects, creating a safe and disciplined school environment conducive to learning, and motivating students through high expectations. Stratford School brings together principals, teachers, and parents who are passionate about education. |
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Orange County Business Council Orange County Business Council (OCBC) is the leading voice of business on important issues locally, regionally and nationally. OCBC represents and promotes the business community, working with government and academia to enhance Orange County's economic development and prosperity in order to preserve a high quality of life by leading a high profile, proactive advocacy program for business interests throughout California and the nation. |
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| Adriana Olivera | Developing Curriculum with a Social & Emotional Lens Flow of the Day Creating Community with Families From the Beginning How Curriculum Creates Culture Download (.zip) |
| Carrie Lynne Draper | 1st Grade Moon Challenge Appendix I – Engineering Design in the NGSS Collaborating for Communication Don't Forget Families Early Childhood Misconceptions Early Education in Engineering and Design Early Years STEM of Inquiry Article Engineering Design Enhance Nature WITH TECHNOLOGY Facebook Engineer Turns 5 Year Olds into Hackers Family Style Engineering Girder and Panel Building Toy How Lego is Constructing the Next Generation of Engineers Kids Ahead – The Shallows Activities – Building Beaches Kinder Explores Inventions Kindergarten Assessment NSTA Lesson Stomata Literacy Makerspace Playbook Nature Essential for the Brain Next Generation Science Standards Parent Involvement Pixar Engineers Leave to Build Real World Living Toys Project-Based Engineering for Kids Research Links Rock Lesson TEACHER SCRIPT for 3rd Grade Rock'in with Third Grade Science Notebooks 1-30-2008 Science Art Scientific & Engineering for K-12 Shadow Play Lab STEM Confident Teachers STEM Teacher Learning Journeys Straw Rockets Strong STEM Needs Strong Sprouts Technology to Best Fit the Need Think BIG Unlocking the Power of Observation Websites Worth Checking Out Whacky Weather Download (.zip) |
| Cathy Topal | Central Role of Art in ECE |
| Douglas Clements | Building Blocks of Early Mathematics Math in the Early Years Download (.zip) |
| Ellen Khokha | Beyond Structure Inspiration, Innovation, and Change! Download (.zip) |
| Jean Barbre | Math Play – How Young Children Approach Math Thinking Outside the Blocks: Integrating Research-based Activities with STEM Download (.zip) |
| Jennifer Montgomery | Books you Can Count On |
| Maria Bartolini | The Early Construction of Mathematical Meanings – Ch. 20 Construction and Representation of Space in 5-Year-Old Children – Ch. 22 Bambini Che Contano: A Long Term Program for Preschool Teachers Development Semiotic Meditation in the Mathematics Classroom References Download (.zip) |
| Mary Pollman | Blocks and Beyond: Strengthening Early Math and Science through Spatial Development Download (.zip) |
| Sherry Hoffman | 10 Ways to Engage Your Architect Follow Your Vision: Inspiration for Dreamers March E-Blast Download (.zip) |
| Steve Erwin | STEM - Inquiring Minds Want to Know |
| Whitney Cohen | Bean Babies Container Seeds A Home for Worms Educational Gardens for Preschool Sites Seed Starting and Transplanting Solar Tea Life Lab Note-Taking Guide What's in the Box Download (.zip) |