Upcoming Events

For more information on participating in the events listed below, please contact Barb Land, Program Director at barb@squareonenetwork.org or 248.736.7537

2012-13 Events and Offerings:

July 24 & 25, 2012 - Cell Phone Science Workshop - Oakland Schools, Waterford MI  We have discovered that while we use Iphones, Blackberrys, and other wireless devices every day, most students and teachers do not have an understanding of the science behind these technological marvels.  These devices can be used to effectively teach physics concepts, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  Participants must attend in pairs.  Cost is $500/pair and includes $2,000 in non-consumable classroom materials and curriculum guide. 8:30 – 4 both days 

SBCEUs are available for this conference

Aug 15, 2012 - Synergy Summit - Eastern Michigan University Student Center, Ypsilanti, MI
A dynamic, interactive conference intermingling educators, business leaders, students and universities in addressing the needs of both education and industry to develop a highly trained and motivated future workforce. This year’s conference will feature a unique, interactive and dynamic format. Lend your voice to this important dialogue.  9-4 in the Student Center at Eastern Michigan University.Cost:  $95 (includes lunch and materials)           

SBCEUs are available for this conference

August 20-21, 2012 - Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles in the Classroom - Oak Park High School, Oak Park, MI
K-12 educators with an interest in hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines are invited to attend this exciting 2-day workshop that provides a truly unique educational opportunity. Participants will receive an instruction manual, materials and support to design, engineer and build a fully functional underwater remotely operated vehicle or ROV.  STEM lessons, skills and activities presented in this workshop support standards and benchmarks in science, math and technology.   Cost is $200/team of three.

October 2012 - GPS and Geocaching - Details to be announced.  K-12 educators are invited to apply in pairs for a limited number of seats at this full day, interactive field study workshop, resulting in an understanding of the many cross-curricular uses of the handheld GPS device and the creative possibilities and intrigue involved in the use of geocaches as teaching tools.

October 2012 - Tivitz Math and Strategy - Details to be announced.  Teachers in grades four through eight are invited to apply in pairs for a limited number of seats at this full day math workshop.

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March 24, 2012 - Underwater Innovative Vehicle Design at Spring Lake Aquatic Center in Spring Lake MI 8am-5pm  20 teams from around the state will take the plunge and see what lies beneath the surface via student-built underwater remotely operated vehicles.

April 21, 2012 - Tivitz Math and Strategy Tournament Ann Arbor Hands On Museum, Ann Arbor MI 9am-3pm
Students from around the state will descend upon the Ann Arbor Hands On Museum to compete in the Tivitz Math and Strategy Tournament.  Contact Barb to register students.

May 5, 2012 - Innovative Vehicle Design (IVD) Day at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn MI 8am-5pm
Join us for a great day of friendly ground vehicle competition - Full Scale Electric Vehicles, Autonomous Vehicles, and Mini IVD Racing will heat up the infield and the big oval!  Special thanks to the Ford Foundation for their continued support.