EVERYWHERESCIENCE

FOREVERYONE

EDUCATOR RESOURCE

GUIDE 2015–2016www.rhfleet.org

Students Are the Future

OUR MISSIONThe Reuben H. Fleet Science Center seeks to inspire lifelong learning by furthering the public understanding and enjoyment of science and technology.

The Fleet Education Department develops and implements a wide array of educational and innovative programs to promote lifelong learning and a deep appreciation of science and technology for the entire community.

As an informal education and inquiry-based institution, the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center offers a number of activities designed to immerse your students in an interactive science experience.

“Learning never exhausts the mind.”

— Leonardo da Vinci

WE’LL COME TO YOUR SCHOOL!

Funding for the Fleet’s hybrid outreach vehicles provided by Las Patronas and Mossy Toyota.

IMAX is a registered trademark of IMAX Corporation.

AT YOUR SCHOOL

FOR YOU

AT THE SCIENCE CENTER

FOR YOUR

FAMILIES

TABLE OF CONTENTSEducational experiences include:

• Science To Go Classroom Workshops

• Science Station Investigations for Large Groups

• Science Assembly Shows

• Fleet Inquiry Institute Teacher Professional Development

• Teacher Open House

• Free Admission for Teachers

• Reservations & Field Trip Policies

• Science Learning Lab Workshops

• Hands-On Interactive Exhibits

• Amazing IMAX® Films

• Family Science Nights at Your School

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All prices subject to change.WE ARE READY TO HELP (619) 238-1233 ext. 806

“You helped us

understand the

meaning of being

a scientist.”

— Anna, Mount Vernon Elementary School Student

AT YOUR SCHOOL

EXPAND THEIR HORIZONS (619) 238-1233 ext. 806

Science To Go: Let Us Come to You!Have our education outreach staff deliver science programs directly to your school, library, community center or other educational venue. All Science To Go programs can also be booked as workshops at the Science Center! Programs available for Pre-K through Grade 8.

Topics include biology, space, chemistry, physics, ecology, engineering and more!

» Visit: www.rhfleet.org/outreach-programs for topic descriptions.

» $225 for single program, $325 for double program (25 students or less).Additional student fee: $6.

» For more information on how these programs meet California Education Standards, NGSS and Common Core, visit: www.rhfleet.org/outreach-programs-standards.

» Maximum of 34 students per program.

Don’t Try This at Home! Science Assembly ShowsStand back: We’re doing science! Don’t Try This at Home! is a new series of exciting, live shows that explore science that’s too bold, too noisy and too shocking to do at home! Experience a high-energy, thrilling performance with interactive demos including dry ice, chemical reactions and hair-raising electricity.

» Visit: www.rhfleet.org/ science-shows for show specifics and more information.

» Shows are 45 minutes, and are appropriate for grades K–6.

» $325 for up to 150 students.

» $2 per additional student.

» Maximum of 175 students per show.

Science Station Investigation: Fun for All! Science Station Investigation brings a 2-hour sampling of a variety of hands-on science experiences for an exciting large-group program in your cafeteria, gym or multipurpose room. These highly engaging events are held at your educational facility during the school day and provide standards-based science investigations in a festival atmosphere on topics such as physics, magic and space.

» Visit: www.rhfleet.org/ science-station-investigation for more information.

» $750 per program.

» Maximum of 180 students per program.

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“The students had a blast and were able to learn science concepts at the same time.”

— Stuart Mesa Elementary School Teacher

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Fantastic Physics: Using hands-on investigations, participants explore a variety of scientific concepts, including air pressure, gravity, buoyancy, electricity, motion, sound and light.

Amazing Space: Participants explore hands-on activities based upon stars, galaxies, constellations, the solar system, planets, moons, asteroids, comets and space travel.

Go Green!: Explore environmental science through hands-on activities related to climate change, alternative energy, conservation, ocean ecosystems and much more!

» For more information visit: www.rhfleet.org/family- science-nights.

» $625 per program.

» Maximum of 300 participants, including children and adults.

Family Science NightLet us bring our science expertise to your school event! Family Science Night brings up to 300 children, parents and teachers together for 1.5 hours of hands-on science experiences in a fun atmosphere. These highly engaging events are held at your educational facility and provide standards-based science investigations for students and their families. Bilingual materials available.

Topic choices include magic, physics, space and conservation.

Behind the Magic: You won’t believe your eyes as you uncover the science behind some favorite magic tricks. Parents and students work together to unlock the mysteries behind magnetism, physics, air pressure, chemistry and much, much more.

Workshops: Hands-On Science! Include a hands-on workshop in our Learning Labs as part of your field trip to the Science Center. Our 1-hour workshops cover topics ranging from engineering, physics and astronomy to chemistry, biology and more!

» Visit: www.rhfleet.org/workshops for topic descriptions.

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For more information on how these workshops meet California Education Standards and NGSS, please visit: www.rhfleet.org/workshops-standards. » $195 per workshop of 25 students. Each additional student: $6.

» Gallery admission included. Maximum of 34 students per program.

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Heikoff Giant Dome Theater ShowsBe immersed in the action! Breathtaking giant IMAX films make a huge impact on your experience, while reinforcing content standards.

YOU call the shots! With a wide range of films and topics available, call a Client Services representative to plan your experience.

Film times are 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. For a complete list of films, grade levels and descriptions, please visit: www.rhfleet.org/imax-films.

Teacher Top Picks!

ADVENTURES IN WILD CALIFORNIA Grades 4–12

AMAZING JOURNEYS Grades K–12

BUGS! Grades K–3

HUBBLE Grades 3–12

LEWIS & CLARK: Great Journey West Grades 4–5

MYSTERIES OF EGYPT Grades 4–12

$7.00 per student, $1,800.00 for buyout (274 people max).One-hour visit to exhibit galleries included. Allow one hour for your theater experience. Films are subject to availability.Call (619) 238-1233 ext. 806 to book.

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Hidden Universe

Exhibit GalleriesLook! Touch! Listen! Do! Our eight interactive exhibit galleries, featuring more than 100 hands-on exhibits, are specially designed to encourage experimentation and are included in every field trip. Students love field trips to our exhibit galleries because they know they’re going to have fun! Teachers love field trips because they know students gain irreplaceable first-hand experience with core science concepts.

School Group Gallery Visit Pricing» $6 per student.

» One adult chaperone per 10 students for 2nd grade and up is required, and one adult chaperone per 5 students for Pre-K through 1st grade. Required adults are free.

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONSImaginateOctober 3, 2015–January 3, 2016Inspire the innovator in you. Open your thinking, reflect on what you learn and create something new with Imaginate—an exhibition meant to inspire the spirit and practice of innovation through science. Through a number of hands-on, interactive exhibit activities, explore five guiding themes: Dream Big; Expect the Unexpected; Collaborate or Compete; Try, Try and Try Again and Look To the World.ACT ON EXCITEMENT

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— Theona, Valencia Park Elementary School Teacher

The Zoo in YouJanuary 30, 2016–May 8, 2016Did you know trillions of microbes make their homes inside your body? In The Zoo in You, a new 2,000 sq. ft. bilingual (English and Spanish) exhibit, we can explore this fascinating and complex world inside us that is our microbiome—a dynamic, adaptable and delicately balanced ecosystem like any other found in nature.

Science Fiction, Science FutureJune 11, 2016–September 5, 2016The future is now. Move objects with your mind! Become invisible! Play games with a robot! Experience augmented reality! Science Fiction, Science Future brings the science of the future into the present, sending visitors on a unique journey filled with science exploration, curiosity and discovery.

ONGOING EXHIBITIONSnano

tinkering studio

cellular journey

block busters!so watt! an illuminating

look at energy

powerplay*perceptions playground

And more! Exhibits are created and updated regularly. Check availability when making reservations.*opening Fall 2015

FOR YOU

“One’s mind, once stretched by a new idea,

never regains its original dimensions.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

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The Fleet Inquiry InstituteThis is Teacher Professional Development presented to meet your needs in a fun, interactive way! Workshops can be taught at your school or at the Fleet Science Center.

Topics include: • Comparing Approaches to

Hands-On Science• Raising Questions• NGSS Practices and Inquiry• Immersion in Inquiry• Subtle Shifts: Adapting Activities

for Inquiry• And many more!

» For more information, visit: www.rhfleet.org/teachers.

Teacher Open HouseCalling all teachers! You are cordially invited to attend the teacher open house at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. This FREE event is open to all teachers in the San Diego area. We will be offering refreshments, activities, classroom lesson ideas and prizes!

Thursday, October 8, 2015 4–6:30 p.m.FREE!

RSVP to reserve your spot today:www.fleetteacheropenhouse.bpt.me

Free Admission for TeachersHave fun at the Fleet Science Center without the students! Kindergarten through grade 12 teachers working within a 200-mile radius of the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center are eligible for free gallery admission, up to two times per year. School or union ID required.

TEACHER TIPSMaking a Reservation

Reservations can be made by calling our Client Services Department at (619) 238-1233 ext. 806 or emailing clientservices@rhfleet.org. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance of the desired date.

See our reservation and field trip policies online at: www.rhfleet.org/reservation-policies.

Cancellation PolicyA minimum of two weeks’ notice is required for rescheduling or canceling your reservation. Cancellations made with less than two weeks’ notice will result in a cancellation fee. You must send a written notification by either email (clientservices@rhfleet.org) or by fax (619-685-5770) and must receive a written confirmation from the Client Services Department.

Program StandardsBelow are Science To Go programs and workshops that work toward the listed standards.

NGSS Standards California Science Standards

Adventurous Architects 2-PS1-3, 3-5-ETS1-1 2-IE-4G, 3-IE-5A, 4-IE-6DBody Works 4-LS1-1, MS-LS1-3 5-LS-2B, 5-LS-2CChemistry Concepts 5-PS1-3, 5-PS1-4 5-PS-1FElectric Avenue 3-PS2-3 4-PS-1A, 4-PS-1CEnergy Explorers 4-PS3-2, MS-PS4-2 3-PS-1A, 3-PS-1B, 3-PS-1CFantastic Forces 3-PS2-1, 3-PS2-2, 5-PS2-1 2-PS-1C, 3-PS-1CForces in Action MS-PS2-2 7-IE-7C, 8-PS-1A, 8-PS-2EForensic Detectives 5-PS1-3, MS-PS2-2 4-IE-6F, 5-PS-1F, 6-IE-7EHabitats 2-LS4-1, 3-LS4-3 K-LS-2A, 1-LS-2AInsect Inspectors 3-LS4-2 K-LS-2C, 1-LS-2D, 3-LS-3AMaking Sense of It All 2-PS1-1 K-IE-4ASensational Solar System MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS1-2, MS-ESS1-3 3-ES-4B, 3-ES-4D, 5-ES-5BSimple Machines K-2-ETS1-2 2-PS-1C, 2-PS-1DSound Science 1-PS4-1 2-PS-1G, 3-PS-1DStates of Matter 2-PS1-1 K-PS-1B, K-PS-1CSuperhero Genetics MS-LS3-1 6-IE-7C, 7-LS-2DWeather Watchers K-ESS2-1 K-ES-3B, 1-ES-3A, 1-ES-3C

Common Core alignment and any standards updates can be found at: www.rhfleet.org/school-programs.

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Education and scholarship programs are made possible thanks to generous donations from:

AnonymousBeyster Family Foundation Fund IV J.F. Beyster Fund Boys and Girls FoundationBuilding Engineering and Science TalentThe City of San Diego Water DepartmentDavid C. Copley FoundationCox CommunicationsCubist PharmaceuticalsCymer Inc.Robert and Laura DugganDunhill Marketing & Insurance ServicesFarrell Family FoundationReuben H. Fleet Foundation Fund Eva May Fleet Foundation Fund GenentechGeneral AtomicsJC Almy Harding Charitable TrustKinder Morgan FoundationLa Jolla Community Foundation MacGillivray Freeman FilmsMcCarthy Family FoundationMission Federal Credit UnionMotorola Solutions FoundationNational Marine Mammal Foundation

The Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation

Patrons of the PradoPrice Philanthropies FoundationQualcomm FoundationThe Rice Family FoundationCounty Supervisor Dave Roberts

Community Enhancement ProgramCounty Supervisor Ron Roberts

Community Enhancement ProgramRotary Club of San Diego Foundation Inc.San Diego County Water AuthorityScholarShare Investment BoardJ. W. Sefton FoundationThe Takahashi Family Fund The Thursday Club FoundationTime Warner Cable San DiegoU.S. BankUnion Bank FoundationUniversity of California, San DiegoWD-40 Company

Additional support provided by:

The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center was the first museum in Balboa Park to receive LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Silver Certification for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance in May of 2010. LEED certification is the nation’s preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance, environmentally responsible green buildings.

The ‘LEED Certification Mark’ is a registered trademark owned by the U.S. Green Building Council and is used by permission.

ChaperonesWe require one adult chaperone per 10 students for 2nd grade and up, and one adult chaperone per five students for Pre-K through 1st grade. Required adults are free. Adults beyond the required number must pay admission.

School LunchesGalactic Lunch Sacks are available for purchase in advance from our café. These are $8.50 per person and include:

½ turkey, ham or vegetarian sandwich with cheese and lettuce; chips; cookie and fruit; and bottled water.

Please request a lunch order form when speaking with the Client Services Department.

Add a Fleet Grab Bag for $5To order Fleet Grab Bags filled with science-related fun, please notify Client Services when making your reservation.

Teachers receive a 15% discount for individual purchases at the North Star Science Store.

Education and Scholarship

SPONSORS

Access Science ScholarshipsScholarships for field trips are available to schools based on financial need. Other restrictions may apply. For more information on scholarship availability, please call (619) 238-1233 ext. 806.

P.O. Box 33303San Diego, CA 92163

Teacher Open House October 8, 20154–6:30 p.m.FREE!

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Science Shows See page 3 for details.

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