This morning, we were proud to host CCSSO at the Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum—visiting “A Bold and Beautiful Vision: A Century of Black Arts Education in Washington, DC, 1900-2000” exhibition, learning about urban environmentalism, and writing postcards #NTOY24 #SmithsonianEdu

🎉 Today, Smithsonian educators welcome Council of Chief State School Officers & the State Teachers of the Year for our 18th annual professional learning program honoring these teacher leaders from across the country. Follow along across social media: #NTOY24 . #SmithsonianEdu

The second interview we filmed for “Through the Window and into the Mirror” was with Ursula Spencer, CEO & Founder of dopenerds. Learn about her story and dive into the world of VR here: s.si.edu/3xqVUdJ.

We’re back with 2 new interviews for “Through the Window and into the Mirror,” a career conversation series that shares the stories of today’s African American STEM professionals. First, meet Carla Easter, Broh-Kahn Weil Director of Ed Smithsonian NMNH. Learn more: s.si.edu/4cwrBT7.

“Wonder & Awe” is a new guide featuring tips for exploring objects in the sky, examining the tools that help us better understand the universe, and exploring ways culture and the arts have used the cosmos to stimulate our imaginations
s.si.edu/WonderAndAweGu… #SmithsonianEclipse

Teachers, are you ready to reach for the stars? ✨

We've had several educators turned NASA Astronauts and you could be next! If you're a US citizen with a masters degree in a STEM field, you may qualify. Apply by April 2 to #BeAnAstronaut : nasa.gov/astronauts

Teachers, Smithsonian NMNH has resumed offering online school programs! They are aligned with standards & led by museum educators. Registration is open for programs through June 14, 2024. #scied #NGSSchat #STEM #scienceteachers naturalhistory.si.edu/education/scho…

Fly 🐦, leap 🐒 and swim 🐟 through the layers of the Amazon Rainforest with National Zoo on Wednesday, March 6 at 10am ET. This K-5 virtual school program includes live captioning and interpretation in ASL and Spanish. Learn more and register: s.si.edu/42V86iB

There are many great ways to keep in touch with us! Find us on YouTube (youtube.com/c/SmithsonianE…), LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/smiths…), or our Bright Ideas newsletter (eepurl.com/chqaaH).

How do animals get a checkup? On Wednesday, January 17 at 2 p.m. ET, learn about animal health with National Zoo and see how animals go to the doctor, just like us! Best suited for K-5. Learn more and register: s.si.edu/472vM5z #STEM #NGSS #ASL

Curious what it takes to design & develop enriching education games? Smithsonian Science Education Center (SSEC) brings science concepts to life through games.

Read more about the team’s process, pedagogical approach, and how they pivot away from common pitfalls. corp.smartbrief.com/original/2023/… #SmithsonianEdu

TODAY: Need new ways to break students' learning barriers? Join us & the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum from 4–5 PM ET for a LIVE & interactive session. Leave with CAST techniques, digital museum resources, and classroom activities: youtube.com/watch?v=RdXW-s…

From camouflaging lizards🦎 to armored turtles🐢, meet National Zoo animals with unique adaptations for survival on Wednesday, December 13 at 2 p.m. ET. Best suited for K-5. Learn more and register: s.si.edu/3tKMhVy #STEM #NGSS #ASL

This SmartBrief Education article from National Museum of the American Indian highlights free, co-designed education resources to transform teaching and learning, ensuring history, culture, and contemporary life of Native Americans is an integral part of our classrooms corp.smartbrief.com/original/2023/… #SmithsonianEdu

How can you break learning barriers with digital museum resources? Join us & the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum on Tues, 12/12 from 4–5 PM ET for a LIVE & interactive session. Leave with CAST techniques & classroom-ready activities: youtube.com/watch?v=RdXW-s…

Announcing a summer 2024 paid undergraduate museum education internship in Washington, D.C.! To learn more about this opportunity honoring the legacy of Claudine K. Brown, an educator and influential leader of the @Smithsonian, please visit internships.si.edu/opportunity/cl… #SmithsonianEdu

Announcing a summer 2024 paid undergraduate museum education internship in Washington, D.C.! To learn more about this opportunity honoring the legacy of Claudine K. Brown, an educator and influential leader of the @Smithsonian, please visit internships.si.edu/opportunity/cl… #SmithsonianEdu

Missed yesterday's webinar with @SIAffiliates? Need new strategies and resources to help high-school students recognize their potential to take environmental action? Watch the recording: youtube.com/watch?v=wLHwO5…

Teaching a lesson on ecology & biodiversity? Check out these free resources we’ve found, including virtual field trips from the wetland reserve Elkhorn Slough and activities from Smithsonian Education, MBARI & The Everglades Foundation: sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/lesso…

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