Science Workshops for K to Yr.2
JUNIOR SCIENCE WORKSHOPS
These hands-on workshops will expand children's understanding of science through observation and experimentation.
Numbers last updated Fri 10 Sept
Sat 11 Sept - Mangets & Minibulbs - Naremburn- FULL
Sat 16 Oct - Cool Science - Merrylands - 1 place left
Sat 13 Nov (10am-12pm) - Lego Robotics - Hornsby Heights - FULL
Sat 13 Nov (12.30pm-2.30pm) - Lego Robotics - Hornsby Heights - 4 places left
(3rd Lego Robotics session may be organised on 13 Nov from 3pm to 5pm)
To book please download and email/ fax/ post the Booking Form.
Magnets & MinibulbsCovering magnetic fields and electrical circuits, we utilise captivating equipment that's accessible to students of all abilities to provide simple experiments and explanations on this difficult topic. Participants will develop conceptual understanding of electrical conductors and insulators, simple circuits and magnetic attraction and repulsion.
Cool Science
You will be exposed to a variety of really cool science investigations including vibration and noise, catapults, colour-changing chemical reactions, surface tension and disappearing water. You will also learn to make sherbet, and slime.
Lego Robotics
An interactive hands on workshop designed to demonstrate how a robot really works. Using laptops and the brand new NXT Lego Mindstorms robots, participants will complete a variety of tasks whilst learning about basic programming.
Coming in 2011 (To book please download and email/ fax/ post the 2011 JSW Booking Form)
Flight and the Weather - Sat 5 Feb - Merrylands
What is air pressure? How does pressure differences relate to flight? How are clouds formed? What is our atmosphere made of anyway? What conditions are needed to cause tornados? Participants will gain an appreciation of meteorology and gain insight into how our climate operates, as well as understand 4 basic forces acting on flying objects; lift, thrust, drag and gravity.
Create A Buzz - Sat 12 Feb - Hornsby
A hands on workshop where students experience electricity and magnetism first-hand. The workshop covers static and current electricity, magnetic repulsion and attraction, electromagnetism, simple circuits and renewable energies
Stars and Planets - Sat 26 Feb - Hurstville
What did the big bang really look like? How are the tides formed? Where is Earth in the Solar System? What technological developments were necessary to allow astronauts to work and survive outside of Earth's atmosphere? Participants will gain an appreciation of astronomy and gain insight into our place in the universe and space exploration.
Lego Robotics - Sat 5 Mar - Naremburn (2 sessions organised)
An interactive hands on workshop designed to demonstrate how a robot really works. Using laptops and the brand new NXT Lego Mindstorms robots, participants will complete a variety of tasks whilst learning about basic programming.
All workshops run from 10am to 12.00pm, unless stated otherwise (for example, if a second session is organised)
Bookings are essential as places are limited. Cost: $40 per NSWAGTC member child, $50 per non-member child.
Please Note: Due to our Duty of Care and OH&S requirements this workshop is not suitable for children under 5 years of age including younger siblings.
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NSWAGTC Events
The NSWAGTC runs a variety of events for gifted children and their parents and teachers. Some of these are held at our Resource Centre in Merrylands and others are held in other locatations across NSW. We may also be able to help you organize an activity in your area or school - email our Events Coordinator for more information. Bookings and payment in advance are necessary for our events (unless otherwise stated). Generally there is a closing date for bookings and events may be cancelled if insufficient registrations have been received. Bookings will be taken after the closing date if places are still available. Some testimonials -- “Saturday’s seminar was just great! Thankyou for organising it. These sessions are definitely fuelling my curiosity and increasing my knowledge on G&T.” “Congratulations on such a great initiative for gifted children, their parents and teachers.“ Do I need to book? Yes, bookings are required for all activities unless otherwise specified. There are limited places available for most activities and registrations are taken on a first come, first served principle. If insufficient registrations are received, an event may also be cancelled. Late registrations will be taken on the day only if there are vacant places available. How do I book? Download the booking form found with the event information and ensure all details are completed and correct. Submit your form and payment to the Association office by email, fax, mail or in person. Will I receive confirmation of my event registration? Yes, booking confirmations and receipts are send out via email and a reminder sms will be send out a few days before an event. Please ensure you provide a correct email address and mobile phone number. Please check that the details shown on your receipt are correct for the event for which you registered. Keep your confirmation letter in a safe place and bring it with you when you attend the event. What happens if I need to cancel or change my booking? If you need to cancel, or change your booking, please advise our Membership and Events Officer in writing as soon as possible prior to the event. A refund may not be available in all circumstances, particularly if less than 7 days notice is given. For other enquiries about event registrations, please email our office. |
