Sobey's session on nonchemical rocket is aimed at grades 3-12. On Oct. 28, Julie Lutz, UW astronomy professor and Space Grant associate director, will teach a session on stars and constellations. On Nov. 18, NASA educator Brian Hawkins returns with a workshop for grades 4-12 on meteorites and moon rocks in the classroom. Participants will be certified to borrow samples of moon rocks and meteorites from the NASA Centers. Workshops take place from 1-4 p.m. at the Space Grant office, Rm. 401, Johnson Hall.
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Pre-registration is required and clock hours are available. The article also provides tips for planning a search and how to interpret the results. To become a member, teachers must complete a standard membership form and submit documentation showing that they are actively teaching K-12 in a public or private school. The museum offers school and youth programs, as well as professional development workshops for teachers. Members will receive periodic newsletters e-mailed from the museum's education department.