“Lead with phenomena, include as much ‘hands-on’ learning as possible. Structure the work to provoke thoughtful discussions. Make lots of space in the class for conversations among the students. Push their thinking with your thoughtful questions and be sure to listen carefully to their ideas.” – Sue Jones, 3rd Grade Teacher, Bridges Academy Teachers are too often unsung heroes, focused on […]
May 7, 2020 We are honored to name Robin Harley, Science Specialist at Sylvia Mendez Elementary in Berkeley, as a 2020 Science Super Star! Robin teaches around 300 students between the first and fifth grade. Robin is constantly producing science lessons that her students can relate to on a personal level, which has prominent long-lasting effects on learning. She shares […]
May 7, 2020 We are honored to name Abigail Paske, Science Specialist at Washington Elementary in Berkeley, as a 2020 Science Super Star! Abby teaches around 270 students from grades 1 to 6. Despite every grade level having different requirements and abilities, she maintains cohesive lessons that engage all types of learners from every classroom. She led some of her […]
We spotlight Gabrielle Rubinstein, CRS Science Super Star honoree, who teaches at New Highland Academy in Oakland. Gabrielle used her classroom's investigation on crayfish to create a memorable science lesson for all of her students.
We spotlight Timothy Douglas, CRS Science Super Star honoree, who teaches at the International Community School in Oakland. Timothy uses science as a way to help his students connect with the concept of learning, other subjects, each other, and the world.
We spotlight Nicol LaCava and Carolina Equihua-Cerda, CRS Science Super Star honorees, who teach at the International Community School. Nicol and Carolina worked on building up students’ observational and evidence-based skills by creating experiments that work with monitoring butterfly, plant, and mealworm specimen.
We spotlight Denise Kruger Case and Cynthia Lopez, CRS Science Super Star honorees, who teach at International Community School in Oakland. Denise and Cynthia designed experiments focused on seeds to highlight plant and animal life cycles through a captivating method of learning.
Community Resources for Science
1611 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 10 B
Berkeley, CA 94702
Phone: (510) 527-5212
Fax: (510) 527-5216
Email: community@crscience.org
EIN: 94-3262587
The mission of CRS is to empower teachers and STEM professionals serving schools in historically marginalized communities to activate TK-8 students’ curiosity about the world, foster critical thinking, and inspire children to imagine future career pathways. We envision a community of educators, scientists, families and partners working together to build school cultures that equip all children to explore the world around them and build the skills needed to become innovators, problem solvers, environmental stewards, life-long learners and leaders. CRS leads a dynamic network, fostering relationships and collaborations that leverage expertise and resources to transform science teaching and learning toward greater equity, opportunity, and success for all students.
Our goal is simple: help teachers give students more opportunities to “do science” – to ask questions, test ideas, get their hands on real science activities. We need to inspire the next generation of thinkers, makers, problem solvers, and leaders!