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K-12 Teacher Opportunties

K-12 teachers — be sure to take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities at the AAAS Annual Meeting. At this truly interdisciplinary event, you can learn of the newest results in genome sciences or nanotechnology in the morning, tour the farthest reaches of space to understand the origins of our universe or the depths of the world's oceans in the afternoon, and hear from prominent leaders of national and international science in the evening! Be a part of "the world's finest showcase for the excitement and significance of scientific discovery!"
•	AAAS/Subaru Lesson Writing Competition
•	Special 2-Day Seminar: Forum for School Science
•	American Junior Academy of Sciences Posters
•	Public Science Day
•	Family Science Days
•	Marine Science Portal

“The whole experience is inspiring for teachers and gifted pupils alike. I feel that my teaching and the pupils' learning have been enriched by the opportunity of attending lectures and seminars at the cutting edge of science.” — Roy Gosling, Head of Science, Stamford School, England

AAAS/Subaru Lesson Writing Competition
2004 Winners Announced! Click here to learn who won. 10 lucky teachers have won a deluxe package to the 2004 Annual Meeting that includes registration fees and covers general expenses plus more!
Special 2-Day Seminar: Forum for School Science
A continuing AAAS activity, the 2004 Forum will examine topics vital to science and math education, moving "ahead of the curve" to predict the shape of policy on education reform. Discussions will include technological tools, university/school partnerships, K-12 curriculum and cognitive research. A poster session will illustrate the experiences of participants.
American Junior Academy of Sciences Posters
Visit more than 130 of the best and brightest science students from high schools around the nation as they present their research, and enjoy a unique opportunity to meet and talk with the nation’s future top scientists.
Public Science Day
A one-day, opening event for the AAAS Annual Meeting, celebrated in the host city of Seattle, WA. This annual event takes students on an educational journey to local museums and scientific institutions to participate in hands-on science activities, thus fostering a greater appreciation of the scientific processes at work in the world around them. Details available in autumn.
Family Science Days

One of our most popular events held Saturday and Sunday. Visit the Exhibit Hall to find inspiration in lab demonstrations that show the fun of science, kid-friendly chemistry projects and other intriguing events. Family Science Days also involve local libraries and community centers in promoting interest in science and capturing all the excitement of scientific discovery. Details available in autumn.

Marine Science Portal

The Marine Science Pavilion is an all-inclusive venue for what's "hot" in the marine sciences. At this interactive pavilion, both children and adults will find information and educational resources on marine science.

A special theater will show recent expeditions and the technological advances that make these explorations possible. Join us Saturday, 14 February, for a special Marine Sciences Reception in the exhibit hall.