Monthly Archives: April 2011

Hands-On Science Workshops

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Jeff

I first began doing my Science Magic school assembly program in 1997.  I developed it for libraries and presented it for dozens of branches of the King County Library System.  It was really well-received and I enjoyed doing it.  (Science … Continue reading →

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MSP Testing Tips

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Jeff

Remember WASL (Washington Assessment of Student Learning) test?  The new test for Washington state students in grades 3-8 is the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) test.  The name of the MSP conveys the goal of the test: to measure student … Continue reading →

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During the Assembly: Keep Things Moving Smoothly

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Jeff

This is the sixth article in an 9-part series with tips on planning, producing, and paying for your school assembly program.  The complete School Assembly Handbook will be available online at my website for educational school assemblies. Introduce your presenter.  … Continue reading →

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Oakbrook Magic

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Jeff

The summer of 2005 I was performing for the Steilacoom Library and afterwards one of the parents introduced himself as the principal of a local elementary school and wanted my business card. The following year I visited Oakbrook Elementary with … Continue reading →

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Science Magic Buzz

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Jeff

Here are a couple of great teacher reviews from my recent Science Magic visits to local schools. “Daniel Bagley Elementary was inspired for days after seeing your performance. The way you combined science and magic was entertaining and educational for … Continue reading →

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Earth Day Science Magic

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Jeff

  Cowlitz County fans: you’re invited to a free family event to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Cowlitz Expo Center, 1900 7th Ave. There will be exhibitors, entertainment, activities … Continue reading →

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Before the Assembly: Establishing Expectations

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Jeff

This is the sixth article in an 9-part series with tips on planning, producing, and paying for your school assembly program. The complete School Assembly Handbook will be available online at my website for educational school assemblies.   Establish your good … Continue reading →

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Staging Your School Assembly

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Jeff

This is the fifth article in an 9-part series with tips on planning, producing, and paying for your school assembly program. The complete School Assembly Handbook will be available online at my website for educational school assemblies. This is where … Continue reading →

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Booking Your School Presenter

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Jeff

This is the fourth article in an 9-part series with tips on planning, producing, and paying for your school assembly program. The complete School Assembly Handbook will be available online at my website for educational school assemblies. You’ve chosen the … Continue reading →

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