Safari Live for Support Research & Instruction
PROGRAMS
Mission to Mars offers a world-class, STEM-focused educational program within an interactive videoconference platform.
2012 / 2013 School Year 8 More Missions
2013 / 2014 School Year 45 Missions Scheduled
Buses and Museum general admission are included in the program for free. Standards-aligned pre- and post-program activities and teacher professional development are also provided. To schedule a mission, contact: (773)
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
Digital Resources From NASA Includes 680 Still Images 61 Video Titles Appropriate for Grades K-12 These videos inspire and engage students, helping them see real world connections in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math.
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PROGRAMS
The News Literacy Project (NLP) is an innovative national educational program that mobilizes seasoned journalists to help middle school and high school students sort fact from fiction in the digital age.
The News Literacy Project: How to Know What to Believe
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
THE DUSABLE MUSEUM
Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable, The Father of Chicago A Slow Walk To Greatness – Harold Washington Chicago’s First African American Mayor Kwanzaa – A Cultural Holiday
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
THE FIELD MUSEUM
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Awards & Recognitions
“Digital Media Integrators of the Year” 2007 “Most Effective IT Team Award” “CIO 100 Winners” 2012 “Learning Impact Award” Awards & Recognitions
Grant Awards
$115,000$1,000, 000 $ 888,000 $150,000 GLOBAL WRITES GRANT Grant Awards FOREIGN LANGUAGE /D.O.E GRANT MISSION TO MARS / NASA GRANT EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL GRANT
Martin McGuire Chicago Public Schools Digital Media Systems Manager desk cell