Birmingham Children’s Theatre is thrilled to partner with Alabama Public Television and Southern Research to host their SECOND ANNUAL SCIENCE EXHIBITION on Saturday, April 4th, 2020.
This year’s theme, THE MAGIC OF SCIENCE, celebrates human innovation, curiosity, and scientific understanding. Students in grades 3rd through 8th are invited to select a scientific innovation that was once viewed as magic, research and document the historical understanding and modern scientific developments, then design and implement an experiment or project that demonstrates the innovation and discuss the history of its shift from magic to science. Students may work individually or in groups. First, Second, and Third place prizes will be awarded to individual students and groups in both the Elementary School Category (3rd - 5th grades) and the Middle School Category (6th -8th grades).
“Southern Research has a long history of transforming ideas that once seemed like magic into scientific discoveries that save lives. Allowing Alabama students the opportunity to participate in experiential learning experiences like “The Magic of Science” gives them a taste of what scientists do every day.” (Kathryn Lanier, Ph.D., Director of STEM Education Outreach)
Before the awards ceremony, students will have to opportunity to interact with the judges, who are leading scientists and researchers from across the STEM fields. Participating students are encouraged to ask these professionals questions about their lives, education, and current work during the talk back time. All participating students and their sponsoring teachers will also receive a complimentary ticket to The Sword in the Stone performance held that day.
“Birmingham Children’s Theatre is thrilled to work with Alabama Public Television and Southern Research to highlight the connections between the arts and sciences. This exhibition is one of our favorite days at the theatre! It allows us to bring together experts from many different fields and help students explore how their varied passions can work together to build a successful and exciting future.” (Rebecca Yeager, Resident Artist of Birmingham Children’s Theatre)
The Sword in the Stone is the story of King Arthur as you’ve never seen it before! Young Arty has a date with destiny when he pulls that fateful sword from its rocky sheath. But becoming King requires many lessons along the way, and only the old wizard Merlin can help point him in the right direction. This world premiere by Shaan Sharma brings us a legendary tale of quarreling families, brave knights, tricky magicians, fearful dragons, and a small boy with a giant heart.
Who: Alabama Public Television, Birmingham Children’s Theatre & Southern Research
What: Magic of Science Exhibition
When: Saturday, April 4th from 12:30 - 2:30pm
Where: The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC)
2130 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. Birmingham, AL 35203
Entry forms are due March 4th, 2020 and can be found at http://www.bct123.org/science-fair
About Birmingham Children’s Theatre
Birmingham Children's Theatre exists to educate, entertain and enrich the lives of children through the magic of professional theatre. One of the nation's oldest and largest professional theatre companies for young audiences, BCT produces high-quality, professional theatrical entertainment and curriculum-relevant arts education experiences for children and families.
About Alabama Public Television
APT is Alabama’s largest classroom, a vital resource serving citizens of all ages and providing educational experiences that can’t be found anywhere else. APT’s educational services include local and national television programs; online resources available free to every teacher, student and parent in the state; hands-on training for parents, teachers and caregivers; live, interactive online field trips for schools; adult education resources; and online professional development courses for educators.
About Southern Research
Founded in 1941, Southern Research (SR) is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, scientific research organization with more than 400 scientists and engineers working across four divisions: Drug Discovery, Drug Development, Engineering, and Energy & Environment. The primary objective of Southern Research’s STEM program is to embolden students who possess a passion for innovation and discovery to pursue their interests and strengthen the STEM community. Southern Research is committed to fostering creativity and impacting the future generation.
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