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ESSENZ have another great conference planned for teachers interested in Earth and Space Science, featuring activities in both Christchurch and Tekapo International Dark Sky area. This will be beneficial for any teachers of Yr 7-13 Earth and Space Science wishing to extend their knowledge and confidence in teaching ESS.
Key Details
Christchurch (Tuesday, Oct 6th) - Climate and Antarctic
Kick-off: Registration and Powhiri from 1:00 PM on Tuesday, at the Antarctic Centre.
Location: Christchurch Antarctic Centre
Activities: Antarctic Centre Activity behind-the-scenes educational programs and hands on activities
Stay: Christ's College (included)
Christchurch (Wednesday, Oct 7th) - Canterbury Earth Sciences
Location: Canterbury University Earth Sciences Department
Activities: Keynote and workshops based on Earth Sciences
Afternoon: Travel to Tekapo.
Other Activities: Evening astronomy
Stay: Tekapo
Tekapo (Thursday, Oct 8th) - Astronomy and Mt John Observatory
Day Visit: A tour of University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory with researchers and astronomers
Other Activities: Evening astronomy and workshops
Stay: Tekapo
Departure (Friday, Oct 9th)
Leave for Christchurch at 9:00 AM, with an Airport Dropoff by 12:00 PM.
AGM is planned for 1pm in Christchurch
Workshops & Learning Opportunities
Lots of workshops to support the new curriculum (esp Phase 4-5)
Climate Data Modelling
Cool Demos and Experiments
Space Science
Antarctic Program
Dark skies
Mt John Visit
Evening Astronomy
Zelandia Geological History
Rocks & Minerals
Geological Dating
Starting an Astronomy Club
Logistics
The cost of attending ESSENZ three day conference will be $350, which includes access to activities and workshops, accommodation in Christ's College on the 6th October (including breakfast and dinner), transport to and from Tekapo. There will be a $50 fee reduction for Christchurch locals who do not need accommodation on the 6th.
Meeting point is the Antarctic Centre (near the airport) on 6th October at 1pm. Transport will be available to take you to Christ's College after the activities for the first night accommodation and meal, then to each of the venues including Tekapo. Transport will be leaving Tekapo at 9am on Friday 9th and will drop off at the airport by approximately midday. It will then continue to Christchurch for those who are attending the AGM in person.
Funding Support
ESSENZ support a limited number of attendees with $500 towards transport and accommodation, plus registration costs, thanks to NEX funding.
Funding support is available from PPTA (but not from both PPTA and ESSENZ).
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