Program
Guide
[ Field
Trip and Program Guide 2012-2013 ]
Offerings at a glance
CSC programs feature grade-specific, hands-on experiences in natural,
physical and earth sciences.
All programs complement the NC Standard
Course of Study Science, Math and Language Arts curriculum goals,
as listed below each description. All CSC programs are designed
to further students’ understanding
of the Nature of Science.
Classroom Programs
A field trip to Catawba Science Center is an exciting opportunity
for groups to share interactive learning experiences. In addition
to your chosen program, your group is free to explore the entire
museum. Staff is located throughout CSC to enrich your group’s
visit.
Length: 50 or 80 minutes (noted in description)
Group size: 30 students maximum per program
Available between 9 a.m. & 4 p.m., Tuesday
- Friday
Classes begin on the hour, or half-hour only.
[ Click
here for a listing of classroom programs for grades K – 8th ]
Outreach Programs
Instead of scheduling a field trip to CSC, we can bring some of
the same exciting classroom programs to your site. Please note
within each class description whether or not the program is offered
as outreach.
Length: 50 or 80 minutes (noted in descriptions)
Group size: 30 students maximum per program.
Available between 8:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.,
Tuesday - Friday
High School programs
THE UNIVERSE – STARS (Grades 9-12): Dive
deep into the science of space, star evolution and their characteristics,
beginning with the digital film Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe.
The stuff of the universe will be put in front of a telescope.
Program available only at CSC.
Earth/Environmental Science Goals:
EEn.1.1.2, EEn.1.1.3, EEn1.1.4
Assembly
Programs
These programs will both educate and entertain large groups. Learn
fascinating facts about live reptiles or observe exciting physical
science demonstrations.
Length: 50 minutes
Group size: 200 students maximum per
outreach program, 100 students maximum per program at CSC.
Available between 9 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.,
Tuesday - Friday
Planetarium
Programs & Shows
The planetarium/digital theater brings the nighttime sky alive
indoors. Programs are available for grades K-12, and focus on stars,
the moon, planets and constellations. Groups can also choose to
book a digital theater show, for the program fee.
Length: 50 minutes for programs, shows
vary in length
Location: CSC
Available between 9 a.m. & 12 p.m., Tuesday
- Friday
Group size: Planetarium programs can
accommodate two classes at a time up to 65 participants. For programs,
only groups from the same school will be combined. For digital
theater shows, groups from different grades/schools may be combined.
Programs held within the planetarium/digital dome theater will
have limited seating. The number of chaperones admitted per group
will vary depending on space.
Park Programs
Students, kindergarten through 8th grade, will use their science
investigation skills to explore ecosystems that include wetlands,
field, forest and/or stream. Located in northwest Hickory, Glenn
Hilton Park affords great learning opportunities, picnic shelters
and play areas.
The city of Hickory requires registration and a fee for groups
from outside Catawba County to use picnic shelters. For more information
about these guidelines, or to make a reservation, call Hickory
City Parks at (828) 322-7046.
Length: 50 minutes to 1 hour, 20 minutes
(see description under grade level)
Location: Glenn Hilton Park
Group size: 30 students maximum per program.
Maximum 2 groups per time slot.
Available between 9 a.m. & 4 p.m., Tuesday
- Friday;
August - October, and April - June
Museum Exploration Only
(No Program)
Self-guided explorations without programs are available to any group
of 10 or more. A special group rate for this self-guided experience
is $5 per student.
(CSC Membership benefits do not apply for students or chaperones.)
Preschool Programs
CSC preschool staff use puppets, puzzles, live animals and more
to introduce science to your students. Programs are available on
site and as outreach.
Cost: $90 per program, +mileage (contract
for entire year available at varying rates)
Length: 45 minutes
Group size: 25 students maximum per program
Science Inquiry Festival: Science In Your World
Can you do the waggle dance? Do roaches really hiss? Discover the
answers to these questions and many more when your school books a
Science Inquiry Festival.
Each of the six stations
features guided scientific investigations into environmental concerns
that affect our earth, challenging students to hone their inquiry
skills as they general hypotheses, make observations and interpret
their findings.
Students
will experiment with solar energy, make fascinating discoveries about
solutions and mixtures, investigate the “mystery” of
the dying fish, and much more in this exciting and popular outreach
program.
You can book a school-day or evening festival (or multi-day
event) at a low, per-student cost.
Grade Levels: K – 8th Grade
Length: up to 5 one-hour sessions per
day, or one three-hour evening session
Cost: $450 first day or evening; $250
for a second day/evening option
Mileage: Current federal mileage rate
applies. A per diem charge and hotel cost is added if overnight stay
is required (typically applies to schools in counties outside of
Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, Alexander, Lincoln and Iredell).
Available January 2013 – June 2013 only.
Book early to reserve your date(s)!
Program Requirements: School must provide
a gymnasium-sized room with access to water and electrical outlets,
12 tables and chairs, and a minimum of 12 adult
or high-school volunteers to manage stations. Training is provided.
The Science Inquiry Festival complements the
following NC Standard Course of Study goals for Science, Math and
Language Arts: The Nature of Science; Science as Inquiry;
Science and Technology; Science in Personal and Social Perspectives;
Number Sense, Numeration, and Numerical Operations; Spatial Sense,
Measurement, and Geometry; Patterns, Relationships and Functions;
Data, Probability, and Statistics; Oral Language; and Written Language.
Family Science Nights For Your School
Looking for a fun and educational event for your school? CSC would
love to host your students and their families for an exciting evening,
featuring an after-hours visit of exhibits and planetarium programming,
or a series of themed classes.
Call (828) 322-8169 for pricing and
scheduling information.
Assemblies
PHYSICS PHUN (suggested upper elementary — middle
school): See a variety of physical science demonstrations that appear
magical and then learn the science behind them. Featured demos include
tablecloth yank, Van de Graaff generator, giant lever and more.
Program requirements: two 6’ tables, access to electricity
ROCKIN’ REACTIONS (suggested upper
elementary — middle school): Learn some basics of chemistry
through these sometimes fiery demonstrations. Program includes liquid
nitrogen favorites, exploding silo, elephant toothpaste and more.
Program requirements: one 6’ table
REALLY RAD REPTILES (elementary – middle
school): Get up-close and personal with a variety of live animals
as your students discover the fascinating world of reptiles. Find
out which characteristics alligators, snakes, lizards and tortoises
share with each other and other animals, along with what makes each
unique.
Program requirement: at least one 6’ table
Programs available as Outreach or at CSC
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