Science Learning in Kent

March Science News Update

Keith Milchem — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:07:00 GMT

Please find attached my latest update sent to schools....(read more)

Diagnose it competition.

Keith Milchem — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:41:00 GMT

This is a competition which aims to highlight the many different jobs available in the Heath Service which are STEM based. I have attached fliers and further information in a zip file. The Word document is a good place to start as it’s a letter addressed...(read more)

Intervention in science - some support

Keith Milchem — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:19:00 GMT

The NatStrat website has come up with a support tool for those of you wishing to do some intervention in science. Follow the link below for further information and guidance of what you can do to support identified students.. http://nationalstrategies...(read more)

Free visit to Rutherford Appleton Laboratories - ACT FAST!!

Keith Milchem — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:08:00 GMT

Future Engineers are arranging a visit to the Rutherford Appleton Lasboratory, Didcot in Oxfordshire for Children in years 9, 10 and 11. This laboratory has a global reputation for excellence and is one of the foremost laboratories of its kind. The event...(read more)

Carbon Footprint Competition

Keith Milchem — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:57:00 GMT

If you are including work on environmental issues, this photographic competition might be for you. Attached is a flyer you can print out at school. Below are details of the prizes and a link to the web site giving more details. This could be a project...(read more)

Researchers in Residence - free enrichment

Keith Milchem — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:27:00 GMT

You are encouraged to take up this scheme which will lead to enrichment and hopefully further engagement in science. Please see the attached file (which is zipped) for contacts and further details....(read more)

Technician Support - free trial offer

Keith Milchem — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:12:00 GMT

I have received this information recently. If you are interested let me know and I'll try to get a discount for a group of you. I haven't used this resource but know technicians might appreciate some support if the offer is good. I co-run a resources...(read more)

Free resources and survival competition

Keith Milchem — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:35:00 GMT

The Wellcome trust are running a competition and offering free kits to any schools interested. Visit http://www.survivalrivals.org/ for details. See attachment with more details of the competition. Win a place on a trip to the Galapagos Islands....(read more)

Science News Update - January 2010

Keith Milchem — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:23:00 GMT

Please find attached my latest news update. If ever you want anything advertising around KCC secondary schools, please let me know and I'll include it on this blog and or in my newsletters....(read more)

Radiation Protection Training

Keith Milchem — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:09:00 GMT

Please find attached details and an application form for the forthcoming training in Maidstone. This course is for all who manage radioactive sources in schools. Whilst this role is usually best fulfilled by a teacher, exceptionally it can be a technician...(read more)

Careers Fair and Talk - free enrichment.

Keith Milchem — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:16:00 GMT

I have received information from Paul McDaid at Dartford Grammar School regarding some events he is arranging for the New Year. These are attached in the word file. Paul wrote: "Please pass on this information to the relevant people within your organisation...(read more)

New Examination specifications, entries and a 2 yr KS3 - some early guidance

Keith Milchem — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:02:00 GMT

I have attached some information coming out about the new Specifications in science and guidance on the length of the course and when assessments will be available. This will be an on-going exchange for some time I expect. It will be linked to the expectation...(read more)

Free trip to Cern for Physics teachers

Keith Milchem — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 07:58:00 GMT

This is a great opportunity for teachers wishing to visit Cern. Suzy Gray from the Science Learning Centre (SE) has written to me as follows:- We have a fantastic opportunity for KS4 and KS5 teachers of Physics to attend a fully funded study visit to...(read more)

News Update

Keith Milchem — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:48:00 GMT

Attached is the latest offering of updates....(read more)

Santa's Mix up

Keith Milchem — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:33:00 GMT

Attached is a zipped file with a Christmas science activity you might like to try. Ho Ho HO - What fun!!!!! Make sure you do any risk assessments needed before using....(read more)

Free Physics practical support

Keith Milchem — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:51:00 GMT

Darrell Hamilton from Tunbridge Wells Boys has organised the attached INSET showcasing some Physics practicals. This is supported by the IOP. He wrote the following to me. "I have an event running 10th Dec around some interesting practicals. The...(read more)

STEM Briefing Meetings

Keith Milchem — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:33:00 GMT

I have been asked by the Kent and Medway STEMPOINT to advertise the STEM briefing meetings that they have organised. Details are in the attached flier. I hope many of you will find a meeting that you can attend. Let's get STEM up the agenda in schools...(read more)

2009 Kent Science Conference

Keith Milchem — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:01:00 GMT

It is with deep regret that we have to announce the cancellation of our Annual Science Conference. The uptake was very low (single figures) and we had to leave time for Kent University to prepare their facilities. The conference was widely advertised...(read more)

Appropriate Learning routes at KS4 in science

Keith Milchem — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:33:00 GMT

Attached is a useful powerpoint for those of you considering new courses or a change of emphasis at KS4. Do contact me for further details or more information. The options available and some statutory rules are shown. There is also an explanatory sheet...(read more)

What APP should look like

Keith Milchem — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:39:00 GMT

I was going to attend a STEM conference in London but had to withdraw at the last moment. They have sent through this power point presented on the day by Jonathan Bach from the National Strategies. Please read this as it puts into context and points to...(read more)

Latest Offering for Physics from SEPNET

Keith Milchem — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:35:00 GMT

Please find attached your invitation to a FREE energy revision event for students and teachers. SEPnet, the South East Physics network, is running a free afternoon energy event for GCSE students at venues around the South East. The session consists of...(read more)

Foot Spa Video

Keith Milchem — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:04:00 GMT

This is the video to go with the Foot Spa (HSW) activity. A great bit of pseudo science! Watch and enjoy!!...(read more)

Levels Poster Display

Keith Milchem — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:11:00 GMT

At a recent subject Leader Day Anna Rothwell (Bradbournes Sch) said she'd share some materials to help make a levels display. Attached are a photo of the display and some publisher files to support making it....(read more)

Subject Leaders Autumn 09

Keith Milchem — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:37:00 GMT

Here is the amended powerpoint we used on the day and the video for the foot spa (HSW) exercise....(read more)

Science Subject leaders - Maidstone

Keith Milchem — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:02:00 GMT

Here are the additional resources used by Stella Paes (Regional Adviser for Science - National strategies) at this meeting. They are zipped as an attachment....(read more)

Science Week Webcasts

Keith Milchem — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:45:00 GMT

I have received the following information which you might find useful as a Science Week activity next year which is low cost and a bit different. Attached are the flier for the event. "I am dropping you this email with news of an upcoming event I...(read more)

How are you doing with STEM? - an audit form

Keith Milchem — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:29:00 GMT

The Government and the National Strategies are focussing on the uptake of STEM subjects post 16. All schools, whether they have sixth forms or not, will have to disclose how many students go on to study post 16 STEM subjects. In order to raise this number...(read more)

Top 3 benefits of APP

Keith Milchem — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:37:00 GMT

This attachment lists the "Top 3" beneits chosen by delegates at training last week. 32 teachers were asked to brainstorm benefits and then choose, in groups, their top 3. This list was generated from those group responses....(read more)

Plenary Producer - TES resources

Keith Milchem — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:34:00 GMT

If you are looking for different ways to carry out plenaries, look no further than this TES page. The powerpoint contains over 130 ideas for plenaries suitable for many different contexts. This really is a good one. You'll need to register (free)...(read more)

APP "Threads"

Keith Milchem — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:27:00 GMT

Attached is the document (word) which contains the separated threads of the 5 Assessment Focii for science....(read more)