by Barbaree | Feb 23, 2012 | Past Training
Author/journalist Carlton Stowers’ books include bestsellers TO THE LAST BREATH and CARELESS WHISPERS, both winners of the Mystery Writers of America’s Edgar Allen Poe Award as the Best Fact Crime Book of the Year, INNOCENCE LOST, which was nominated for a...
by Barbaree | Feb 22, 2012 | Conferences, Past Training
GISetc is donating an iPad as a giveaway at the upcoming GeoTech event! It’s perfect timing too, since e-publishers will be on hand at the conference, making presentations on ebook implementation! There are going to be several amazing giveaways, so be sure and...
by Barbaree | Feb 22, 2012 | Conferences, Past Training
Be sure to check out our new updated lineup for GeoTech 2012! There is still time to register for this amazing event. Geotech ScheduleThursday & Friday updated 2/21/12 Geotech Schedule Saturday updated 2/21/12 GeoTech allows teachers to explore the most cutting...
by Barbaree | Feb 22, 2012 | Past Training
African Exploration, Amazonian Rainforests and a River and Rocks Tour right on school grounds – Bishop Dunne will host our own GeoTech Safari! On Monday, February 27, 2012, and Tuesday, February 28, 2012, the 6th grade class will explore The National Geographic...
by Barbaree | Feb 21, 2012 | Conferences, Past Training
As part of the Geotech Conference, students in Mr. Halevy’s robotics classes will spend time with NASA science educator, Angelo Casaburri, learning elements of engineering design and programming to prepare for Saturday’s challenge robotic activity. Students will...
by Barbaree | Feb 20, 2012 | Past Training
As part of GeoTech we would like to have students visit with some of the colleges that offer great programs in science and technology. Representatives from seven of these colleges will be available on Saturday, March 3, 2012: Texas A&M; University of Texas San...
by Barbaree | Feb 17, 2012 | Past Training
This year we have two opportunities for our families, alumni, and friends to join us for the acclaimed GeoTech Speaker series. On Wednesday, February 29, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in Bishop Dunne’s library, we invite our community to a wine and cheese reception to hear...
by Barbaree | Feb 12, 2012 | Past Training
Students attending the GeoTech Safari hosted by Bishop Dunne will be exploring Africa in a big way — with the world’s largest map of the continent. The map, measuring 35 feet by 26 feet is designed as a geo-game board to introduce students to the power of maps and the...
by Barbaree | Oct 26, 2011 | Conferences, Past Training, Presentation & Conference Archives
GeoTech 2012: March 1-3 GeoTech allows teachers to explore the most cutting edge technologies available in education today. Industry and classroom leaders will offer hands on workshops on using the latest tools in education to enhance curriculum and stimulate the...
by Barbaree | Aug 7, 2011 | Conferences, Past Training, Presentation & Conference Archives
NCGE 2011 The NCGE 2011 Conference, “Going Green for Geography” will feature hands-on workshops, field trips, presentations, and exhibits that cover all areas of geography education with an emphasis on teaching and learning about human interaction with environmental...
by Barbaree | Jun 26, 2011 | Our Blog, Past Training
GIS & FIELD TOOLS TRAINING: Bismarck 2011 June 20-24 2011 click here for the registration forms for Bismarck 2011 Geospatial technologies are recognized as one of the three highest growth industries in the US today. Learn how to incorporate the tools of this trade...
by Barbaree | Feb 16, 2011 | Conferences, Current Training, GIS Happenings, Our Blog, Past Training, Presentation & Conference Archives
Now in our 95th year, NCGE continues to both promote and celebrate geographic teaching and learning. Their activities include conducting and gathering research, producing journals and other geography publications, developing curricular resources at the K-12 and...