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SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE OCCUPATIONS: Dr. Crystal Howe, STEM Educator/School Co-founder, G.O. B.I.G. STEM Academy
That understanding inspired me to co-found Great Opportunities and Boundless Innovations for Girls—North Carolina’s first tuition-free, all-girls, STEM-focused K-8 charter school, affectionately known as G.O. B.I.G. This August, we...
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Join PARI’s Hack-A-Thon Weekend Challenge
DATES and TIMES: Friday, April 11th (7pm) through Sunday April 13th (3pm). If you’re a teacher, gather up a team of students. If you’re a...
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Exploring Grandfather Mountain State Park: A Mosaic of Natural Wonders
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country, Grandfather Mountain State Park is a breathtaking destination celebrated for its rugged beauty and biological...
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Partner Highlight: Merlin Release at Crowders Mountain State Park with Carolina Raptor Center and the Schiele Museum
Carolina Raptor Center and the Schiele Museum partnered to provide this free program to start 2025 with a focus on science education. Erin Katzner, Carolina...
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Crystals and Gems: What is “REAL”?
First of all, are gemstones and crystals the same thing? Well, yes and no. A gemstone can be a crystal, but a crystal can...
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NC Bird Count – 28 Years and Counting!
Contributed by Michele Miller HouckOn February 14-17, the NC Science Trail is going to the birds! 2025 marks the 28th anniversary of the Great Backyard...
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Partner Update: Discovery Place Nature Celebrates a Milestone
The new museum is a public-private partnership between Mecklenburg County and Discovery Place. Liollio Architecture and Hood Design Studio comprise the architectural team behind...
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First Day Hikes in State Parks
Celebrate the New Year with fun, fresh air, and scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike in one of North Carolina’s State...
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Tree Science: Genetic Engineering May Save Your Holiday
And while the mountain region in our state is known for having the ideal climate for growing nearly perfect Fraser firs, there are concerns...
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Curious Minds Inquire: Bath Time Chemistry
Let’s talk about the science:You may have taken a bubble bath using a bath fizzle, but do you know how and why it works?...
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SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE OCCUPATIONS: Frances Cassarino, Park Ranger, NC State Parks
One of the highlights of my job is getting to share information with kids about all the different types of science jobs they can...
