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Professional Learning Opportunities | | |
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Audience: Grades K-12; Science Teachers
Dates:
January 12 - February 24, 2022 (Online Portion)
February 25, 2022 (In-person session)
This is a hybrid professional development session where participants will engage in asynchronous online activities before attending a one-day, in-person session.
Time: 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (one hour lunch on your own)
Location:
Center for Mathematics and Science Education
Classroom Q24
1111 Jackson Avenue West
University, MS 38677
Registration Deadline: January 7, 2022
Registration Fee: $225 per course, includes 1.2 CEUs
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Audience: Grades K-12; Science Teachers
Dates: January 13 - 14, 2022
Time: 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. each day
Location:
Center for Mathematics and Science Education
Classroom Q24
1111 Jackson Avenue West
University, MS 38677
Registration Deadline: January 9, 2022
Registration Fee: $30, lunch will be provided.
CEUs: 1.2 CEUs
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A virtual version of this workshop is available via the Canvas platform. Click the link for more information about this exciting opportunity! Teacher stipends will be provided for travel and attendance for in-person session only.
The STEPS Project is sponsored in part by the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Midwest Region Program, located at Illinois State University. Content created and featured in partnership with the TPS Midwest Region does not indicate an endorsement by the Library of Congress.
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Audience: Grades K-8; Math and Science Teachers
Dates:
January 28, 2022 (K-4)
February 4, 2022 (5-8)
Time: 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (for both sessions)
Location:
Toyota Experience Center
1160 Magnolia Way
Blue Springs, MS 38828
Registration Deadline:
January 17, 2022 (K-4)
January 24, 2022 (5-8)
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The Mississippi Space Grant Consortium (MSSGC) Mini-Grants in STEM Enhancement Program seeks to support K-12 STEM programs through hands-on experience, experiential learning, curriculum development, educational opportunities, or other related activities. Proposers can be teachers, faculty, or staff of any accredited educational institution in the state of Mississippi. Partnerships that ensure long-term impact are highly encouraged.
Proposals Due: February 7, 2022
Awardees Notified: April 2022
Awards Distributed: June 2022
Period of Performance:
August 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
End-of-Project Report Due: April 15, 2023
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Audience: K-12 Teachers
Dates: February 14 - April 8, 2022
Time: Virtual Discussions from 6:00 - 7:30 P.M. on Tuesdays
Location: Online Course
Registration Deadline: February 7, 2022
Registration Fee: $450 per course, includes 2.4 CEUs
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This course is one of four courses in the CMSE Middle Math Institute. Educators who complete all four courses will be eligible to receive a Middle Level Mathematics (901) Supplemental Endorsement. | | |
Mississippi Forge Forward | | |
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The Mississippi Forge Forward initiative is a grant funded by the U.S. Department of Defense of Local Defense Community Cooperation and provides an opportunity for collaboration between the Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence and the Center for Mathematics and Science Education both located on the University of Mississippi campus. This program provides a variety of engaging opportunities for industry representatives, students, and educators.
Two summer programs will be offered in 2022 using the IGNITE: Mastering Manufacturing Curriculum.
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2022 Student Summer Experience
The Mississippi Forge Forward Summer Experience for students is open to rising (2022-2023) high school juniors and seniors, as well as rising college freshmen and sophomores. During this one-week summer event, selected students will work directly with faculty and staff from the Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence on the University of Mississippi Campus to design and develop a functioning prototype relevant to the defense industry.
Student Applications are due
January 31, 2022.
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2022 Educator Summer Experience
The Mississippi Forge Forward Summer Experience for educators is a valuable tool that high school teachers, counselors, and college instructors may use to engage with students and teach them about career opportunities in the defense manufacturing industry.
Educator registration deadline is
May 15, 2022.
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Conversations with the CMSE | |
Dr. Julie James, Assistant Director of Professional Learning at the Center for Mathematics and Science Education, will be the guest speaker for Balancing the Equation, which focuses on Instructional Shifts for Mathematics. This conversation will take place on January 18, 2022 and is part of a series hosted by the Mississippi Department of Education, Monthly Math Talk PLCs. Registration for this event and other mathematic events taking place can be found on the MDE Mathematics Newsletter. | | |
Graduate Research Fellowship Opportunity | |
Nathan Moore, CMSE Graduate Research Fellow, leads a STEM activity with students from Shannon Middle School demonstrating how water moves. | Shelby Watson, CMSE Graduate Research Fellow, leads a gel electropheresis lab with students from New Albany High School. | |
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The Center for Mathematics and Science Education (CMSE) located at the University of Mississippi seeks to improve the quality of mathematics and science education in Mississippi by promoting interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. To achieve this mission, CMSE works closely with students, current teachers and administrators, and those involved in preparing teachers for the future.
CMSE Graduate Research Fellows are an integral part of fulfilling this mission. Fellows are full-time graduate students pursuing a Masters or Doctoral degree in mathematics education, science education, or elementary education with an emphasis in math and science.
This competitive fellowship offers full-time graduate tuition; a competitive stipend; a travel budget to attend state, regional and/or national conferences; and a professional library.
Graduate Fellowship Application Timeline
January 1 - Application Window Opens
March 1 - Application Window Closes
April 15 - Notification to all Applicants
April 30 - Deadline to Accept Fellowship Offer
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Undergraduate Opportunities | |
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Undergraduate students enrolled at the University of Mississippi are engaged in the work of the CMSE in a variety of ways. Through volunteer opportunities and part-time employment, UM students have made valuable contributions to our mission. We encourage students with an interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to explore a variety of ways to get involved with our programs.
- Undergraduate Assistants
- Student Volunteer Opportunities
- Undergraduate Courses
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Erin Brechtel and Ashlyn Morris, CMSE Undergraduate Assistants, pose for a photo at the Math Specialist Conference, hosted by the CMSE on October 29, 2021. | | | |
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The Center for Mathematics and Science Education coordinates the Tombigbee, Northeast, and Northwest chapter competitions in Mississippi for 6th-8th grade students. The 2021-2022 competition series will take place virtually. If you are interested in registering your student(s) please register on the MATHCOUNTS® website. | | |
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2021-2022 Season Has Begun!
The Mississippi FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Program invites teams of 7th-12th grade students to participate in this season's game! For more information, email: first@olemiss.edu.
FIRST Tech Challenge Mississippi Schedule
Saturday, January 8, 2022
- Central League Meet (Morning) - Brandon 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Central League Meet (Afternoon) - Brandon 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
- Northern League Meet (Morning) - Oxford 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Northern League Meet (Afternoon) - Oxford 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
- Southern League Meet (Morning) - Laurel 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Southern League Meet (Afternoon) - Laurel 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday, January 15, 2022
- Central League Meet - Brandon 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Southern League Meet - Summit 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday, January 22, 2022
- Northern League Meet - Tupelo 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Southern League Meet - Prentiss 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Central League Tournament - Pearl 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday, January 29, 2022
- Northern League Meet - Olive Branch 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Southern League Meet - Bogue Chitto (Morning) 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Southern League Meet - Bogue Chitto (Afternoon) 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday, February 5, 2022
- Northern League Meet (Morning) - Grenada 8 A.M. - 12 P.M.
- Northern League Meet (Afternoon) - Grenada 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
- Southern League Tournament - Biloxi 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday, February 12, 2022
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Mississippi FIRST LEGO League Championship - Pearl 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
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