KAIS Meetings of Like Minds
Middle and Upper School Math and Science Gathering
March 9, 2007
Sayre School, Lexington, Kentucky
www.sayreschool.org

Registration: 9:00-9:30

Session I: 9:30-10:30


-Middle School Math through Economics
Amy Sheehan and Colleen Crawford, Sayre School
Using a yearlong unit applying mathematics through the lens of economics

-Discrete Math
Jeannie Turner, Sayre School
Discovering the mathematics behind computer science

-Math Roundtables
Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest

-Introduction to Engineering
Ryan Depew, Sayre School and Bill Cloyd, Newton's Attic
Introducing students to basic concepts of engineering through hands on and practical challenges.
-Integrating Evolution into Science Classrooms
James Wagner, Transylvania University
Integrating evolution into the science classroom and getting students to appreciate the power and beauty of the concept.

-Science Roundtables
Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest


Session 2: 10:20-11:20
- Tesselations
Martha Birdwhistell, Capital Day School

-Math Roundtables

Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest
-Paper to Electronic Classrooms – The Logistics of Integrating Technology
Rachel Holsinger and Debbie Wheeler , Sayre School
Incorporating computers and peripherals (cameras, microscopes, probes, etc.) into the science classroom.
-Geology of Kentucky
Frank Ettensohn, University of Kentucky.
-Math Trail in Gratz Park
Lanna Bell, The Lexington School
Exploring mathematics through a walk through Gratz Park, a small urban park in downtown Lexington. Dress warmly.
-Science Roundtables
Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest

Lunch 11:30-12:15

Session 3: 12:20-1:10

-Lego Robotics
Thomas Hurst, Sayre School
Using Legos to teach introductory robotics in Algebra I.
-Discovering Algebra Together
Joanne Greaver, St. Francis Goshen
-Tablet Computers in the Math and Science Classroom
Janice Mulligan, Erin Fry, and Walt Kunau, Louisville Collegiate
Using tablet computers to enhance instruction in math and science.
-Math Roundtables
Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest
-The Bone Show – How Form Demonstrates Function
Jim Krupa, University of Kentucky
-Hosting a Science Fair
Ryan Depew, Rachel Holsinger, Marti Quintero& Debbie Wheeler, Sayre School
Discussing the logistics of managing independent science research and hosting a Science Fair.
-Science Roundtables
Open discussion forums devoted to topics of interest


Session 4: 1:20-2:00

-Reaction Attraction
Jim Holler and John Selegue, University of Kentucky
Explosive demonstrations to intrigue students (and teachers) of all ages



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