Boston Museum of Science News! Great Field Trips and Programs

E-News for Educators IN THIS ISSUE FEATURED - The Science Behind Pixar SAVINGS - $5 Field Trips SPECIAL PROGRAMS - Student Archaeology Fair - Science in the News - National Chemistry Week   PLAN A FIELD TRIP For information on field trips or to make a reservation, contact Science Central (open daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) at 617-723-2500. Need help getting started? Our Museum educators are happy to help you create a field trip with a field trip planning session. Call 617-589-0172.   IN THE PLANETARIUM Are your students curious about the latest news from Pluto? Visit the Charles Hayden Planetarium to see new pictures and hear about discoveries from the New Horizons mission. Learn More   TEACHER PARTNER PROGRAM Join our program for teachers and gain access to all of the Museum’s educator resources, plus enjoy special discounts on workshops, store purchases, and more. Learn More   Dear Educators: Qualifying schools can take advantage of half-price field trips in October! Plus, don’t miss two upcoming events about archaeology and chemistry and the chance to discover The Science Behind Pixar. Best,    Educator Programs Group library@mos.org   FEATURED The Science Behind Pixar On Exhibit Through Sunday, January 10 | Timed Ticket Required Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar’s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Pixar’s newest film Inside Out. Resources for teachers include a full educator guide, the ability to preview the exhibition before you bring your class, and more! Learn More | Download the Educator Guide   SAVINGS $5 Field Trips October and January Schools with free and reduced lunch participation at or above 35% and/or schools with a population of economically disadvantaged students at or above 25% can take advantage of half-price Exhibit Halls admission in October and January! Contact Science Central at 617-723-2500 to book your field trip. (Grades K – 12) Learn More   SPECIAL PROGRAMS Student Archaeology Fair Friday, October 16 | Free with Exhibit Halls Admission Experience the excitement of archaeology with dozens of hands-on activities, live presentations, and special programs. Learn about geophysics and archaeology from Meg Watters, and 3-D laser scanning of archaeological sites from Stephen Wilkes. (Grades 3 – 12) Learn More   Science in the News Available to Schools by Request Get the latest information from this multi-topic presentation that highlights current research and innovations across multiple STEM disciplines. (Grades 6 – 12) Learn More | Request this Presentation   National Chemistry Week Friday, October 30 | 11:30 a.m. Learn about the chemistry of light and color! This annual event includes a stimulating talk in Cahners Theater and hands-on chemistry activities throughout the Museum. Call 617-723-2500 to register. (Grades 9 – 12) Learn More   Museum of Science