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Discover Science in Action / Découvrez la science en action
Discover Science in Action at Science North & Dynamic Earth Looking to spark curiosity and deepen your students’ understanding of science and technology? Plan a visit—virtually or in person—to Science North and Dynamic Earth, two of Northern Ontario’s most dynamic...
STAO Ignites the North / L’APSO Illumine le Nord (2025)
STAO Ignites the North: Sparking Curiosity in Northern Ontario 🔗 Event Page STAO is proud to bring exciting and meaningful professional learning to Northern Ontario educators through “STAO Ignites the North.” This dynamic initiative is designed to connect, empower,...
Exploring Career Opportunities: Skills Ontario’s Inspiring Presentations
Exploring Career Opportunities: Skills Ontario's Inspiring Presentations Click HERE for a direct link to Skills Ontario Presentations Are you ready to explore the exciting world of skilled trades and technologies? Skills Ontario is dedicated to guiding students from...
Career Showcase / Vitrine des carrières – Dr. Linda Chau, DMD, HBSc
Dr. Linda Chau, DMD, HBSc STAO - Career Showcase STAO Blog had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Linda Chau to discuss her career path throughout her academic studies, her interest in science and the impact of some of her teachers. What is your job title? What career...
Skills Ontario – International Women’s Day Celebration Event
Skills Ontario International Women’s Day Celebration Event https://www.skillsontario.com/iwd Come Celebration International Women’s Day with Skills Ontario - #AccelerateAction Exhibitor Registration is now open HERE International Women’s Day Celebration Series March 3...
Science Safety Administrative Procedures
Science Safety Administrative Procedures Click HERE to take you to the STAO Website. This document is an example of an administrative procedure for science departments for use by boards in Ontario. The purpose of this document is to help boards compare their current...
Unearthing Knowledge: Why Science Teachers Should Explore Modern Mining
Unearthing Knowledge: Why Science Teachers Should Explore Modern Mining An Interview with STAO Member Rob Millard It’s no secret that teachers love a great summer adventure, especially when it involves learning and professional growth. In August, Joanne Sallay,...
Let’s Talk Science / Parlons Sciences – Keynote Speaker / Conférencier Principal: Bonnie Schmidt
STAO is thrilled to have Dr. Bonnie Schmidt, President and Founder of Let’s Talk Science, as the Keynote Speaker for the upcoming STAO Ignites Conference on November 13, 2024. Dr. Schmidt has been a transformative figure in Canadian science education, launching Let’s...
SciTechOntario
Submitted by Michael Frankfort @mfrank_76 SciTechOntario The 2022 Ontario Elementary Science and Technology Curriculum resources, created by Ontario Certified Teachers in collaboration with STAO, OCTE, and ACSE, aim to support educators with the implementation of the...
Deer Fawn Facts
Submitted by Michael Frankfort @mfrank_76 Click HERE for a link to the original article Photo Credit Pexels White-tailed deer fawns are often seen alone in fields or forests, but they are typically not orphaned. After mating in the fall, female deer (does) give birth...
What is the Aurora? Answering questions about this astronomical phenomenon!
Submitted by Michael Frankfort @mfrank_76 Click HERE for a link to the original article from Discover The Universe https://www.discovertheuniverse.ca/ Daniella Morrone The article discusses the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, which were visible...
Wear red and green to experience the Purkinje effect during the total solar eclipse
Submitted by Michael Frankfort @mfrank_76 Click HERE for a link to the original article. During a total solar eclipse, the Purkinje effect can be observed, where colors appear differently due to changes in light levels. This effect, first noted by Jan Evangelista...