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Ediacaran Honour

Posted by SASTA

on 12/12/2024

During the last week of Term 4, some Year 8 students at Seymour College were lucky enough to rub shoulders with Ediacaran royalty, as Old Collegian, Mary Lou Simpson (McArthur, ’70) dropped into Barr Smith House for some morning tea. The students have recently been covering the Ediacaran fossils, as...

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Fossil Rock: A Fossil-Filled Adventure Launches Globally on YouTube

Posted by SASTA

on 10/12/2024

Get ready to sing, dance, and discover with Fossil Rock! This innovative kids’ series combines music, science, and adventure to bring the story of the world’s oldest fossils, the Ediacara biota, to life. Launching globally on YouTube on December 14, 2024, Fossil Rock is free to access, ensuring its fun...

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Get to know your Board Members: Sarah Finney

Posted by SASTA

on 18/11/2024

Sarah Finney School / Organisation: Stirling East Primary School Current role: Teacher Year 5/6 What inspired you to become a science teacher? My driving passion for Science and my enjoyment for sharing the wonder. How many years have you been teaching? Close to 22 Why did you join the SASTA...

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National Ag Day 2024 | Get your class involved with PIEFA

Posted by SASTA

on 11/11/2024

Attend the Online Teacher PD Session Tuesday, November 12, 4pm - 4.30pm. Join PIEFA for a 30-minute PD session showcasing their Ag Day program and linked resources! Discover teacher guides, activities, worksheets, and materials that make lesson planning a breeze.  Can't make the live PD session? The recording will be...

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Growing an oyster reef restoration revolution in South Australia

Posted by SASTA

on 11/11/2024

A lost part of the coast Most people are unaware that just 200 years ago, South Australia was home to some of the largest reef ecosystems on the continent. South Australia’s large gulfs and sheltered bays and estuaries were filled with enormous shellfish reefs formed by billions of oysters, mussels,...

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CSIRO Adult Future Shaper

Posted by SASTA

on 06/11/2024

If you are a community member, educator, or professional who supports young people in Years 5-10 to build confidence, capability or connection with Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM), this is for you. Apply for Future Shapers and help design your own prize. Supercharge your skillset or support young people...

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Celebrating Dedication in Science Education: Jane Hosking’s 2024 Honour Award

Posted by SASTA

on 04/11/2024

At SASTA, we honour the dedicated members who strengthen our community and contribute to quality science education. This year, we proudly recognise Jane Hosking, whose unwavering support for teachers and laboratory staff has earned her the 2024 Honour Award. Jane’s achievements are part of SASTA’s ongoing mission to foster excellence...

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Honouring Innovation in Science Education: Jarrod Johnson’s 2024 Honour Award

Posted by SASTA

on 28/10/2024

At SASTA, we are proud to celebrate individuals who inspire and innovate within the science education community. This year, we are thrilled to recognise Jarrod Johnson, whose commitment to engaging students with science has earned him the 2024 Honour Award. Jarrod’s dedication is part of a broader tradition of excellence...

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Nurturing Nature: Coromandel Valley's Science Week in Action

Posted by SASTA

on 25/10/2024

Update: 25 October 2024 National Science Week was expanded to 'Science Term' at Coromandel Valley Primary School. Check out the update photos they've sent through below.    Year 2 Students designing signs - student artwork will be made into aluminium signage for the garden planted during National Science Week.        Year 3/4...

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Science Active School - Brighton Primary School

Posted by SASTA

on 21/10/2024

Brighton Primary School became a Science Active School for their commitment and dedication to Science Education, and their involvement with and support of SASTA.    Read about some of the ways they show they are a Science Active School.  Brighton Primary School (BPS) is very proud to be a Science Active...

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Hands-on Horticulture - New PIEFA Resources

Posted by SASTA

on 15/10/2024

NEW PRIMARY F-6 CLASSROOM RESOURCES | HANDS-ON HORTICULTURE  PIEFA are excited to announce the release of Hands-on Horticulture a new suite of resources designed to engage students in hands-on Australian Curriculum aligned investigations that explore Australian grown fruit and vegetables. The resources incorporate science understanding and science inquiry skills to...

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Eating Tomorrow

Posted by SASTA

on 14/10/2024

“What will we be eating in the future?” This has been a question often put to our team and collaborators at Post Dining, ever since we started exploring themes of ‘future foods’ in our work. Post Dining is a creative production company working at the intersection of food, art, and...

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Nutrition is a Science: Why Evidence-Based Nutrition Education Matters

Posted by SASTA

on 07/10/2024

Our beliefs about food and nutrition are shaped by our culture, tradition, and personal experiences. And coupled with so much noise from diet trends, social media influencers, marketers, and even well-meaning friends and family, it is sometimes easy to forget that nutrition as a field of study is based on...

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Get to know your board members!: Brent Banham

Posted by SASTA

on 30/09/2024

What inspired you to become a science teacher?   Science enriches lives. It is one of the best ways to appreciate all of creation and our place in it. Science is one pathway for a joyful life!   On the flipside, scientific thinking is important in a society that is full of...

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Celebrating Country Science Educators

Posted by SASTA

on 23/09/2024

The SASTA community is shaped by the diverse and passionate educators who bring science to life for students across the state. Among them, our country teachers play a vital role, often facing unique challenges yet continuing to inspire curiosity and learning in their classrooms. We want to shine a spotlight...

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Questacon wants to hear from you!

Posted by SASTA

on 18/09/2024

Questacon – the National Science and Technology Centre delivers free, in-person and virtual experiences to schools and communities, including shows, workshops and professional development opportunities. The Questacon Education Programs Team is looking for your insights to help shape our future STEM programs. Our new Regional Leaders provide Questacon with ongoing...

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Schools can help with Native Bee Conservation

Posted by SASTA

on 16/09/2024

Dr Katja Hogendoorn, The University of Adelaide While climate change and declines in biodiversity are inevitable, and the lack of adequate action drives some of us to despair, we can all make small contributions to help mitigate some of the effects. Taken together, these small contributions have a positive impact...

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SACE Stage 2 Biology Exam Revision at Westminster School

Posted by SASTA

on 16/09/2024

Thursday 10 October Biology 1 & 2 with Jason Greenslade: 9am-12pm Biology 3 & 4 with Kate Inglis:1pm-3pm A SACE Stage 2 Biology revision session is an invaluable opportunity for students to consolidate their knowledge and prepare for the external examination. These sessions are designed to review the core concepts...

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CSIRO FREE STEM Together Professional Learning Program

Posted by SASTA

on 10/09/2024

About the program The STEM Together initiative offers educators professional learning webinars and strategies to boost their impact for students. Our free virtual events include: seminars on key topics with guest speakers interactive, small-group workshops where attendees can learn from others experiences. STEM Together's educator webinars are delivered in partnership...

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From Ideas to Action: The Best Citizen Science Projects from the Oliphant Science Awards

Posted by SASTA

on 09/09/2024

Citizen science involves public participation and collaboration in scientific research with the aim to increase and translate scientific knowledge. It’s a great way to harness community skills and passion to fuel our ability to understand how the world works and how to protect it. The Citizen Science category in the...

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@Lenswood | School Excursions

Posted by SASTA

on 03/09/2024

Embark on a unique "paddock to plate" learning journey with our school excursions at @Lenswood, an award-winning Agritourism destination just outside Adelaide. Designed to provide a holistic understanding of food production, students will experience the behind-the-scenes operations of a commercial apple orchard, learning about the entire process from growing to...

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Nurturing Curiosity: What's New at the Nature Education Centre

Posted by SASTA

on 02/09/2024

Staff News Belinda Sykes began with us at the beginning of Term 2, replacing Jenna Hoffman who is taking parenting leave. We have recently taken on 3 new staff on a casual basis who have experience in delivering talks and presentations which now gives us 5 staff who are able...

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CSI – Curious science investigators discovering the wonders of science!

Posted by SASTA

on 26/08/2024

St Francis of Assisi College (SFoAC) Year 8 students celebrated National Science Week 2024 on Wednesday 14 August with St Joseph’s School Renmark (SJSR) Year 3 students by igniting their curiosity and creativity. A morning of fun and hands-on science experiments was enjoyed by over 60 students who came together...

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Bees, Hybrid Creatures, and Whale Snot: Science Week Fun at Redeemer

Posted by SASTA

on 26/08/2024

Science Week is always a special celebration in our school. We run fun activities during lunchtimes throughout the week for the students to engage in, as well as during their Specialist STEM lessons. This year, our activities focused on the theme: Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability, including some...

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From Garden to Classroom: Building a Pollinators’ Paradise at Renmark Primary School

Posted by SASTA

on 22/08/2024

With this year’s theme being Species Survival - More Than Just Sustainability, we chose to hold a whole school event dubbed, Pollinators’ Paradise! This occurred during students’ regular science lessons but was a break on our scheduled learning, with a focus on rejuvenating our school gardens and encouraging pollinating birds...

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