Wrapped up three amazing days learning and collaborating around science and leadership at Princeton University. The PD led by Stacey van der Veen Wil van der Veen Jessica Monaghan always leaves me wanting more! NJSELA Next Generation Science Standards

It doesn't matter how beautiful your theory is, it doesn't matter how smart you are. If it doesn't agree with experiment, it's wrong. In that simple statement is the key to science. *Cornell University Lecture, 1964*

Sometimes #phenomena can be phenomenal! Stacey van der Veen Alessandra Learning Forward NJ NJSELA NJSTA

You keep on learning and learning, and pretty soon you learn something no one has learned before.

Make critical thinking a foundational subject in education. Teach students how to think critically, analyze information, and discern fact from fiction using scientific methods, creating a more discerning and informed society.

5th graders Cambridge ES are documenting their questions related to anchoring phenomena and collaborating around their models Melissa Frink

So excited to share my lesson in the #NSTAJournal #ScienceandChildren developed using the #GRC framework. Engineering and Design: Reducing Erosion at the Shore tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10… #GRC The Peck School Wil van der Veen

Getting a lot of messages of people seeing beautiful auroras in NJ tonight. Go outside with your family and look up! Stacey van der Veen Bɾιԃɠҽƚ A 👩🏻‍🦰🐝 KateDormann Alessandra Learning Forward NJ NJSELA NJSTA

Looking forward to see colleagues and friends at #njsc2024 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Stacey van der Veen are excited to present 5 sessions (see below). NJ Science Conv NJSTA NJSELA National Science Teaching Association NSELA Learning Forward NJ

Take a fieldtrip into the Universe in our Starlab Planetarium. Julianne Romanella & Nicole Spayd are presenting two more sessions today at #njsc2024 in FITZGERALD at 11:15 AM and 2:30 PM. NJ Science Conv NJSTA NJSELA National Science Teaching Association NSELA Learning Forward NJ Jessica Monaghan

Looking forward to my session with Stacey van der Veen at #njsc2024 at 12:45 PM in Carnahan on Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Support 3-D Science Investigations. NJ Science Conv NJSTA NJSELA National Science Teaching Association NSELA Learning Forward NJ Jessica Monaghan

The goal of teaching should not be to help the students learn how to memorize and spit out information under academic pressure. The purpose of teaching is to inspire the desire for learning in them and make them able to think, understand, and question.

It’s your last chance to register early for #NSTASpring25 in Philadelphia! I’ll be speaking alongside inspiring educators, sharing strategies to enhance STEM learning in classrooms nationwide. Secure your spot before Early Bird ends! i.snoball.it/p/7SNUY/t/1

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The countdown to #NSTASpring25 has begun! In just 6 weeks, I’ll be in Philadelphia, connecting with educators and sharing insights during my session. Be part of this inspiring event—register today! i.snoball.it/p/3Yq6a/t/1

The 2025 NSTA National Conference on Science Education is just 2 weeks away! I’m honored to be speaking and can’t wait to meet educators passionate about STEM learning. Don’t wait—secure your spot today! #NSTASpring25 i.snoball.it/p/GgYgH/t/1

• Don't be afraid of being different. • Take risks. • Be curious. • Don't be afraid to fail. • Work hard for the things you love the most.

On our way to #NSTASpring2025 and looking coward to seeing everyone! Stacey van der Veen NJSELA Jaja jaja Noam Sela National Science Teaching Association BSCS Science Learning Learning Forward