Grades 9-12: Does Climate Change Equal Global Catastrophe?

**FREE**

Does Climate Change Equal Global Catastrophe? Grades 9-12March 18, 2009 * 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ETOpen to Non-MAGPI and MAGPI MembersMore Information/Registration: http://www.magpi.net/programs/sciencecinema.html

Part of the Science in the Cinema project! Join Dr. David Robinson, Chairman of the Department of Geography at Rutgers University and New Jersey 's State Climatologist for a discussion on the facts and fiction of Climate Change. Scenarios presented in the movie, A Day After Tomorrow, will serve as a starting point for the discussion. Students should be familiar with the movie, (at minimum, the portions listed below) and should prepare questions ahead of time for Dr. Robinson.

Heather Weisse Walsh
MAGPI Applications Coordinator
3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233A
Philadelphia, PA 19104
e: hweisse@magpi.net
p: 215-573-6417
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Grades 5-12: Windows on the World (Schedule)

Today's students will be the citizens and leaders of the 21st Century, heirs to a world that grows smaller and more interconnected with each day. Students must have the opportunities to learn about other countries of the world. "Windows on the World" will broaden your students' views of the world and increase their international literacy.

Take a trip through "Windows on the World" as each presenter discusses about his/her particular country. Learn about the geographic location, the landmarks, government, culture, homes, food, and transportation of each country. The worldview of your students will expand as they learn more about different cultures.

"Windows on the World"

REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone) Targeted Audience: students in grades 5-12
Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then
15-20 minute Q & A
Cost: $75 per site
Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu


"Windows on the World"

Wednesday, February 11 - ISRAEL

Wednesday, February 18 - BRAZIL

Wednesday, February 25 - COSTA RICA


Wednesday, March 4 - SWITZERLAND

Wednesday, March 11 - AUSTRALIA

Wednesday, March 18 - EGYPT


Wednesday, April 1 - CHINA

Wednesday, April 15 - RUSSIA

Wednesday, April 22 - GERMANY

Wednesday, April 29 - ITALY


Wednesday, May 6 - IRAQI KURDISTAN

Grades 1-2: Happy Birthday, Mr. Lincoln!

Thursday, February 12
Happy Birthday, Mr. Lincoln!

Offered twice, 1:00 - 1:45 and 2:30 - 3:15 (the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are full) - Participation is limited to four schools per session.

Subject area: Social Studies Grade levels: 1 - 2


Honest Abe built a reputation of good character long before he became President.
This program will explore some of the major highlights of Lincoln's life and why many Americans still regard him as our greatest president 200 years after his birth. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with our guest.



1. Questions? Contact Bob Stricker at bob@soita.org or 937-746-6333.

2. Cost: each session is $50.

3. Click here for the Registration Form.

4. For more information and listing of Ohio Academic Content Standards, click here.

5. Want to place a test call to SOITA? Dial 216.48.137.41.

Grades 5-12: A Musical Journey to the Black History of the Blues

THURSDAY, February 12 - “A Musical Journey to the Black History of the Blues” in the Black History Month series

REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

Targeted Audience: students in grades 5-12

Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then 15-20 minute Q & A

Cost: $75 per siteQuestions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 5-12: Windows on the World: ISRAEL

WEDNESDAY, February 11 - “Windows on the World : ISRAEL”in the Windows on the World seriesREGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

Targeted Audience: students in grades 5-12

Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then 15-20 minute Q & A

Cost: $75 per siteQuestions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email

chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 4-12: Premier Role Models of the World **FREE**

The Pact of the Three Doctors: Drs. Sampson Davis, George Jenkins, and Rameck Hunt


Date: Monday, February 23, 2009

Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Overcame inner-city origins to become prominent doctors
Proponents of the Three Ds: Dedication, Determination and Discipline
The Three Doctors Foundation sponsors community outreach and education programs to encourage success
Oprah Winfrey calls them "the premier role models of the world"

Visit threedoctorsfoundation.org.

Transmission Modes: NOTA, eTech Ohio IP Network, Cleveland V-Stations

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by February 18th.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA member districts. Please process a purchase order to WVIZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p. o. number to 216-916-6361.

Grades K-12: Spring Programs from Eli Lilly **FREE**

(Click on the image for a complete schedule)

About the Eli Lilly and Company Distance Learning Program: Eli Lilly and Company offers a variety of interactive distance learning experiences for K-12 students, and organizations across the nation via the use of videoconferencing and online programs. Our programs target areas in research, health, chemistry, biology, engineering, information technology, and career planning. 2009 Spring Video Conference Schedule Attached is a one page brochure that will provide you additional information about our distance learning program. To view clips of some of our most popular programs, visit our Science Outreach website at http://www.blogger.com/www.scienceoutreach.lilly.com. To learn more about Eli Lilly and Company, please visit our website at http://www.lilly.com/. NEW! - Free Online Distance Learning Programs: Lilly partnered with the Central Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC) and public educators to develop the following online programs.
The Epidemic Challenge: You Be The Detective
Chemistry is a Blast OnlineAll program materials are aligned to Indiana State and National educational standards and were developed for Middle and High School educators to supplement their curriculum. The program includes downloadable teacher guides with hands-on classroom activities, educator materials, and corresponding video segments. To learn more about these programs and access program materials visit the CIESC website at www.ciesc.k12.in.us/lilly.htm. Additionally, you will find a virtual drug discovery tour called "The Future Begins Yesterday" which is a good resource for students to learn about scientific career opportunities. Should you have any questions concerning our programs, please feel free to contact me at 317-277-7215 or via e-mail at johnson_meghan_m@lilly.com. If you would no longer like to receive information regarding our programs, please respond to this e-mail. Kind Regards, Meghan Eli Lilly and Company