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Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

Content-Area Professional Development: Science

Topics:	School Mission Instructional Practices
Mission:	The Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School is an urban K - 6 Science and Technology School, committed to excellence in Education. We believe all students can excel as learners and citizens when provided a rich, supportive, and stimulating educational environment. The BBCPS is the inspiration of concerned community leaders, parents, and educators, with the common vision and purpose of providing all Cambridge and local youth, regardless of race, culture, language or socioeconomic status with a high quality education.
Goals:	1. To build content expertise of teachers
Summary:	Banneker Science Seminar Series. A professional development series hosted by Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School featuring professional development in the content area of science. Benjamin Banneker Science Seminar Series is hosted by the school, featuring professional development in science instruction. Seminars are offered by school staff, local scientists, and science educators, including individuals from Lesley University, Harvard Astrophysical Observatory, and TERC.
Partner(s):	Cambridge Public Schools
Dates:	01/01/2003 01/01/2004 01/01/2005 01/01/2006 01/01/2007
Contact:	Lori Likis, Director of School Improvement (llikis@banneker.org/617.497.7771)
Resources:	Professional development workshop materials.
Federal Charter Schools Program Funds?	No

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