Science Webinars

Meet James Edward West, an extraordinary inventor who invented something we probably use everyday! Students will learn about not only this great inventor, but become an inventor themselves by learning about sound and using some common items to try create their own sound amplifier!

Take students on a journey through STEM from a fresh perspective. Dajae will challenge the stigma that “science is boring” by sharing her unique pathway to becoming the DOPEST NASA ENGINEER. Dajae will share how she made connections between STEM and her love for hip hop to create fun educational raps. Students will get to discover how cool STEM really is and learn about new careers they didn’t even know existed. The presentation will wrap up with a hip hop performance from Dajae.

They jump out of planes, climb skyscrapers, and will eat anything prompting others to ask 'what's wrong' with them. These are the thrill-seekers. They may appear to be adrenaline junkies, but are they? Dr. Carter will describe the world of the high sensation-seeking personality, exploring the psychology and neuroscience behind this fascinating personality trait. He’ll also discuss the many aspects of his career as a clinical psychologist from working with clients, to teaching, writing, and being on television, radio, and podcasts.

Garrett Morgan's curiosity about how things worked inspired him to invent things that made the world safer. Let's explore the science behind his safety hood, a device designed to protect miners and firefighters.

Congress has finalized the second round of coronavirus stimulus aid which includes $2.75 billion for Emergency Assistance for Non-Public Schools. You are invited to attend a 30-minute Executive Briefing to learn who is eligible to apply and what services or assistance can be funded.

Congress has finalized the second round of coronavirus stimulus aid which includes billions of additional dollars for K-12 education. You are invited to attend a 30-minute Executive Briefing from the Savvas Director of Funding, Grace Stopani. Learn what money will be distributed, how it can be used, and the best estimates for when your district will receive the funding.

In a hands-on demonstration, Michael will show what is important in determining whether or not an earthquake will knock down a building.

Loving technology, Janie Bynum learned to use an Apple computer in 1986 and has been creating designs and illustrations in the digital world ever since. Learning this technology in the “early days” of digital graphic design inspired her to start her own business in 1987. Originally employing other designers, she now works on her own as a freelancer.

Come enjoy some mental gymnastics and fun critical thinking exercises. All you need is a sheet of paper, a ruler, scissors, pencil and your imagination.