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Last week to register for Legos for Girls, Nature Camp

Gateway to Science — Thu, 17 May 2012 17:09:10 +0000

Gateway to Science Summer Camps are filling fast. The registration deadline for two exciting new camps is quickly approaching! The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 23, for our first two camps of the season that will be held May 29-31.

Girls and boys who will be in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade next fall and who want to participate in our first Nature Camp should sign up soon.

For girls who will be in 4th, 5th, or 6th grade next fall and who want to build all kinds of interesting structures with Legos, check out Legos for Girls – but register by May 23!

There are plenty of other camps being offered in June, July and August. Check your calendars and register online today!

-Meredith, Programs

Final Preschool Discovery Hour!

Gateway to Science — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:26:06 +0000

Final Preschool Discovery Hour this Saturday at 10:30 A.M. The students will learn about the cycle of butterflies and also a little about frogs and their metamorphosis. Through exploration of how webbed feet work, exploring what it is like inside a chrysalis, and a few more activities, we will wrap up our Preschool Discovery Hour for this 2011-2012 term. For families looking for preschool science activities this summer, we recommend our family day events, including the Sound of Science, on June 9th. We look forward to starting up Preschool Discovery Hour again next fall and thank everyone for attending!

Arin, Education Outreach Coordinator

DIY Nano!

Gateway to Science — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:14:28 +0000

Have some big fun with small science at home! The Lawrence Hall of Science has developed a free app called DIY Nano. It is available from the iTunes App Store for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. The DIY Nano app allows families to experience and learn about nanoscale science, engineering, and technology at home or on the go. Each activity includes lists of widely available, inexpensive materials, step-by-step instructions, and detailed explanations. All DIY Nano activities are also available for download as PDFs from whatisnano.org under the DIY tab. Gateway to Science is also offering its first ever Nano Camp this July! So go ahead, explore this small, small world!

-Meredith, Programs

First summer camps start May 29!

Gateway to Science — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:20:58 +0000

The last day of the school year may be quickly approaching, but Gateway to Science is looking forward to the start of summer camps on Tuesday, May 29! We are very excited about our first two camps, running May 29-31. Starting the morning right, Legos for Girls still has room for 4th through 6th grade girls who want to learn about buildings, structures, and more with other girls their age. Nature Camp, taking place in the afternoon, is especially for 1st through 3rd grade girls and boys who want to know more about the world around them. Check out more information about these and our other camps and register here. Some of the camps are already full, so don’t delay!

-Meredith, Programs

Preschool Discovery Hour Final Four

Gateway to Science — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:45:48 +0000

Our Preschool Discovery Hour is ending soon! We are down to our final four sessions. The upcoming sessions from 10:30am-11:30am on Saturdays include an hour of Gallery Exploration, “Bubble Trouble”, “Wind and it’s Power”, and “Butterflies Are Here!.” I have had so much fun creating and instructing 15 sessions of Preschool Discovery Hour this session. We are unable to offer preschool activities in the summer but we look forward to starting up another great year of Preschool Discovery Hour next fall! Also don’t forget to attend our free family summer events, including the Sound of Science, June 9th.
-Arin, Educational Outreach Coordinator

Gateway to Science Announces Staff Changes

Beth — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:14:55 +0000

Gateway to Science is pleased to announce the recent restructuring of our Outreach Program. A new “team approach” will provide additional staffing and expertise to allow us to reach even more children and families. Outreach includes everything from the exhibits gallery to clubs and camps to special family events. Gateway to Science serves approximately 12,000 visitors and program participants each year, so you can imagine how much effort is involved in outreach! This exciting restructuring has resulted in the promotion of one employee and the addition of another.

Meredith Traeholt has been promoted to Program Coordinator. Meredith was hired in May 2011 as Program Assistant, working closely with Christie Weixel until Christie’s resignation last summer. As Program Coordinator, Meredith will be responsible for the exhibits gallery as well as planning and presenting special events. She is currently working on all the exciting family events coming up this summer, including The Sound of Science, Family Rocket Day and Bubble Bliss.

Arin Casavant has been hired to fill the new position of Educational Outreach Coordinator with the responsibility of outreach to schools and teachers and planning out of school time (OST) educational opportunities for students of all ages. You may already know Arin as our Young Scientists Club and Preschool Discovery Hour leader. In addition to organizing 12 Gateway to Science camps this summer, Arin will also be out in the community at events like Summer Reading Kickoff and Urban Harvest.

Although Meredith and Arin each have their own areas of responsibility, they will also work together on many aspects of programming. We expect great things from this outstanding team!

~Beth Demke, Executive Director

Summer Sign-Up Coming to The Frances

Gateway to Science — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:31:12 +0000

Stop by the Frances Leach High Prairie Arts & Science Complex on Saturday, April 28 from 10AM-1PM to check out summertime options for your family! The anchor organizations of the Frances, Central Dakota Children’s Choir, Gateway to Science, Shade Tree Players and Theo Art School will be on hand with their upcoming summer program information. Additionally, many organizations from throughout the Bismarck-Mandan community will be in attendance and will have information about their summer programs as well. This event is sponsored by Bismarck Parks and Recreation.

Summer Camps Are Filling Fast!

Gateway to Science — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:04:37 +0000

Gateway to Science Summer Camps are filling fast! This summer we are offering Lego camps, space camp, chemistry camp, nano camp and more. It’s easy to register online or download the 2012 Camp Registration Form to register by mail. We are excited about our summer camps and look forward to seeing you this summer!

Gerri – Communications

2012 Summer Camp Registration Now Open!

Gateway to Science — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:19:55 +0000

Gateway to Science announces its 2012 Summer Camp Season! It’s easy to register online or download the 2012 Camp Registration Form to register by mail. We are excited about our summer camps and look forward to seeing you this summer!

Gateway to Science’s Spring 2012 Newsletter is now available online.

Gerri, Communications

Seeking Summer Camp Instructors!

Gateway to Science — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:53:17 +0000

Have you thought about your summer plans yet? Gateway to Science is looking for community members who enjoy working with children to lead camps this summer. Whether you are a formal educator or not, we would like to hear about your ideas for programs at Gateway to Science. Check out our webpage for instructors, then fill out this form. What do YOU have to offer to the eager learners in our community while they are on summer break 2012? Share your area of expertise with us!

-Meredith, Programs