At this institute for teachers of science grades 3 – 8, you will receive:

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2. Strategies to build stronger readers and writers using classroom-tested methods and hands-on science activities
   

3. Devices to focus on the language of science to teach both science and academic literacy
   

4. Tools to develop active readers and critical thinkers in all student populations including struggling readers and English Learners
   

5. Effective methods to incorporate text materials into your curriculum
   

6. Place-based learning strategies to engage students in solving community problems
   

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8. Location:
   

9. Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
   

10. 291 Country Club Drive
    

11. Incline Village, Nevada (on the campus of Sierra Nevada College)
    

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13. Cost:
    

14. $125 registration fee includes:
    

15. Lodging for 3 nights & days at Sierra Nevada College / TERC
    

16. Meals during the workshop
    

17. Materials
    

18. •$300 stipend - Participant
    

19. •$600 stipend - Teacher Leader
    

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21. For more information please contact  Cathy Parker at caparker@sjcoe.net