1. Welcome to the February 2016 GOAL Meeting
    LEAPING INTO GOAL ENRICHMENTS

2. CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER
SCI TECH DAY…….
CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER
Friday, March 4, 2016
Cost $5 Checks only
Did you know Moving helps you get smarter! Examine Dr. Regina Harbourne’s research on infants with basic neurological disorders
The Biology, Psychology, and Perception of Taste- Understand taste perception and what may alter those perceptions.
The Fab Lab Experience- use 2-D software to design a personalized key chain and then watch as the laser etches and cuts out your custom key chain to take home.

3. Meet Science Professionals....
Career Discovery Trek at Sci Tech
Scavify is a free mobile scavenger hunt app that will allow you (ages 13 and older*) to answer questions, take photos, and engage with material and activities.
You can explore STEM careers in greater detail engaging with SciTech Days exhibits throughout the building

5. This is your chance to see why.
Amir is a hot-shot corporate lawyer in Manhattan.
When Amir is mistakenly linked to a Muslim leader, his world begins to unravel.
Matters come to a head when he and his wife host a dinner party for another power couple – a Black female attorney and her Jewish husband.
This 90-minute thrill ride won the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
This is your chance to see why.

6. Disgraced is for you. Interested in World Affairs? Social Conflict?
Incredible Performances?
Disgraced is for you.
Wednesday, March 16th
Only 15 spots available

7. Tuesday, March 8, 2016 National Latin Exam
If interested, see Ms. Block in Room 11! The Latin Exam will be administered in the NAI cafeteria.  Please report at the start of first period. Please bring a #2 pencil with you to complete your exam.

8. Model African Union Tuesday March 15, 2016 University of Pittsburgh
NAI:
Tuesday Feb. 23, 2016
Represent one of the countries in the African Continent and negotiate policy regarding Economic Development, Human Security, and more!! Come into the GOAL office to sign up! If you already signed up, make sure to get a permission slip! Only 3 spots left!
Organized by the Center for African Studies, University of Pittsburgh.

9. Interested in an Apprenticeship for the 2016-2017 School Year?
Do you want to work with professionals in a field that interests you?
Do you want to gain valuable, hands-on experience doing something you love?
This may be the program for you!
Marine Biology, photography, astronomy, and many more!
Keep your eye out for the Apprenticeship informational meeting coming up sometime soon! Contact Mr. Harbison with any questions you may have.

10. Tuesday March 22nd, Periods 8 & 9.
Calling All Writers - Bring Work!
Tuesday March 22nd, Periods 8 & 9.

11. Feb 19th, 8:30-9:45 collaboration room!! Bring your laptop!!
Zooniverse
Ever dream of researching faraway galaxies, historical records and diaries, or videos of animals in their natural habitats? You can!!
Zooniverse is the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.
Come learn how with Zooniverse
Feb 19th, 8:30-9:45 collaboration room!!
Bring your laptop!!

13. Spots Limited! Tour the exhibit at the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh
March 2016
Tour the exhibit at the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh
and
Hear the testimony of a Holocaust Survivor
Sign up today in the GOAL office if interested. Dates and permission forms coming soon.

14. Did you know... World War II ended over 70 years ago
Survivors left to speak are around 90 years old
Your generation will be one of the last generations with the opportunity to hear the personal account and story of a Holocaust Survivor
This is a very unique experience to take advantage!! SIGN UP TODAY

16. Ann Power, sponsored by Ann Taylor, is a program inspiring leadership in young women who are sophomores and juniors in high school.
It is for young women who want to make an impact in their communities and around the world.
Find out more at
ANNPOWER.ORG

17. Reminder:
University of Pittsburgh Health Career Scholars Academy Applications due
Feb, 15th!!
Program dates are June 26 - July 23, 2016

18. “Quantitating Protein Content in Food”
Work with Dr. Doonan from the Department of of Biological Sciences at CMU
“Quantitating Protein Content in Food”
experiment like a graduate student
hypothesize
Use Bradford Assay-spectrophotometry
presentation
Wednesday, March 16th
7:45am - 1:15pm
Only 15 spots!!!

19. High School Essay Contest
Topic: "Biomedical Research and My Life"Winners:
High School Poster Contest
Contest Themes:
3 R's: Replacement, Reduction, Refinement
Advancements in Biotechnology
Animal Research Saves Lives
Careers in Biomedical Research
Veterinary Advancements: Animal Research Helping Animals
Winners will receive CASH prizes and an invitation to be honored at our Annual Awards Dinner at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA on Thursday, May 26, 2016.
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