These volunteers help to achieve the partnership s goal of fostering among students positive perceptions of their abilities in science and mathematics and accurate impressions of scientists, engineers, health professionals and the work they do. The teacher selects an activity topic from the Activity Manual and the volunteer develops a presentation to address the topic. Requests are not limited to those listed in the manual. Science fairs - Volunteers may teach students how to prepare science fair projects using the scientific method or may serve as science fair judges. Science Days and Career Days - Volunteers enrich and motivate students through demonstrations or displays at special event .
Volunteers have the opportunity to expose students to varied fields outside the curriculum.
The volunteer can lead walks or short trips around the school grounds or to nearby nature areas. Suggested topics include plant classification, birds, animals, tracks, pond life, and natural resource conservation. Clubs - Volunteers could work with a science, mathematics, or technology club. This might be especially appropriate when students are available for after-school activities. Some volunteers and companies can host field trips to their workplace where students can see science and technology at work.