Calling All Teachers Grades 5 to 8! NRWA Offers FSU Grad Course this Summer

July 11 thru July 15, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Based at the NRWA's River Resource Center parking lot, 592 Main Street (Rt. 119) in Groton, MA 

The Nashua River Watershed Association (NRWA) will be leading a graduate credit course for teachers this summer through Fitchburg State University. “NRWA Watershed Investigations Course: Connecting Watersheds and 2016 MA Science & Technology/ Engineering Standards” will allow graduate level and/or in-service teachers grades 5-8 to dissect and apply the new Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Draft Revised Standards. This course is being offered through Fitchburg State University/Summer II 2016.  The course will run from July 11 through July 15, 2016, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., based at the NRWA’s River Resource Center located at 592 Main Street (Rt. 119) in Groton, MA.  Successful completion of the course will earn 3 Graduate Credits from Fitchburg State University. The course costs $285.  

Candidates will practice using the publication Nashua River Watershed Investigations for Grades 5-8: Connecting Watersheds to the 2016 MA Science and Technology/Engineering Standards, including 12 lessons ready for classroom use. They will learn through hands-on outdoor science lessons, presentations from NRWA scientists, and collaboration with peers. Candidates will also design a science unit including a self-designed research project with measurable data collection. Outdoor excursions will include a short canoe trip, walks through several forested areas, and explorations in a schoolyard.

Space is limited; be sure to register today to reserve your spot. The deadline for registration is June 30, 2015.  To register, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., NRWA Environmental Education Director. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.