Science Project Grants
Synopsys Field Offices
Synopsys Field Office Partner School
Science Project Grant Application
I. Teacher Contact Information
Please use caps and lower case as appropriate.
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Teacher Last Name:
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Primary Email Address:
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Secondary Email Address:
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School Name:
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Aloha,OR - Butternut Creek Elementary School
Aloha,OR - Indian Hills Elementary School
Aloha,OR - L.C. Tobias Elementary School
Aloha,OR - Reedville Elementary School
Austin,TX - Zavala Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Brookwood Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Brown Middle School
Hillsboro,OR - David Hill Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Eastwood Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Evergreen Middle School
Hillsboro,OR - Farmington View Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Groner Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Imlay Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Jackson Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Ladd Acres Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Miller Education Center
Hillsboro,OR - Minter Bridge Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Mooberry Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Orenco Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Paul L. Patterson Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Peter Boscow Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Poynter Middle School
Hillsboro,OR - Thomas Middle School
Hillsboro,OR - W. Verne McKinney Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - W.L. Henry Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - West Union Elementary School
Hillsboro,OR - Witch Hazel Elementary School
Marlborough,MA - Jaworek Elementary
Marlborough,MA - Kane Elementary School
North Plains,OR - North Plains Elementary School
Portland,OR - Lenox Elementary School
Tigard,OR - Deer Creek Elementary
Other public school not on this list
II. Provisions And Agreement
I intend to sponsor/supervise student projects to be entered in
science-o-rama!
I am confirming my agreement with
each
of the following provisions of the Science Project Grant by checking
each
corresponding box:
I understand that the Synopsys Outreach Foundation expects and anticipates that acceptance of the Grant, and my corresponding agreement to participate in this program, will result in my providing direction, guidance and assistance, on an ongoing basis, to those students who intend to participate in science fairs;
I understand that payment of the Materials Grant portion of the Science Project Grant will be made payable to my school;
I will work with other participating teachers at my school to identify a SCHOOL CAPTAIN to serve as a point of contact.
My school is a public school, or a private school with 501(c)(3) non-profit tax status (check with school administration if unclear);
My school is a partner with a Synopsys Field Office Corporate Giving Committee.
III. Grant Requests
I am a teacher and I am requesting a Science Project Grant to assist me in working with students developing science projects.
I estimate that I will be supervising the preparation of a TOTAL of
projects involving a total of
students.
IV. Synopsys Outreach Foundation Survey
Thank you for completing your application for a Science Project Grant. Now, please take a moment to help us understand more about your students, your school and your science project activity. This information is confidential and for Foundation research purposes only, and has
NO
effect whatsoever on your application.
1.
Which of these best describes the student population at your school?
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Made up mostly of students from lower income families
Made up mostly of students from middle income families
Made up mostly of students from higher income families
Hard to say; don't know
2.
Typically, science projects are an elective activity. Which best describes the impact of a Science Project Grant from the Synopsys Outreach Foundation on your ability to engage your students in project-based learning?
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Essential
Helpful, but not essential
No impact
Not applicable/first year I am applying
3.
If a Science Project Grant were not available to you, would you continue to engage your students in project-based learning?
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Yes
Yes, but on a more limited basis
No way
4.
Overall, which of the following best describes the impact of science projects on your students' understanding of science?
There is little carry over from science fair into science content curriculum
Science fair is the best way for students to develop a thorough understanding of the nature of science
Science projects are a way to reach students who struggle with language and/or reading
Science projects are a means to satisfy the investigation and experimentation teaching standards
If you have any questions, contact Gary Robinson at
robinson@synopsys.com
