FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why A.K.A. Science?
In a world economy built on technology, sustaining America's standard of living demands that all of our children receive a world-class science and math education. Although dedicated and talented, our school leaders struggle to meet this goal due to growing class sizes and shrinking resources. Their challenge, and ours, is to find tools and approaches that spark an interest for learning in each of our children. A.K.A. Science (All Kids Are Scientists) is a powerful tool carefully designed to release and nurture the scientist in every child.
We remember best what we discover for ourselves. A.K.A. Science allows children to explore science first hand by making tools and experimenting with science concepts. Students bring home projects to share what they learn with family and friends. They leave class confident and eager to return. This empowerment sets the stage for future advanced scientific study. Young people's understanding of the importance of science and technology in today's world is critical to their future success. With A.K.A. Science, the fun and fascination of science dispel the myth that science is difficult and uninteresting. A.K.A. Science encourages a continued interest in science.
Why is the Oregon Health Career Center interested in encouraging elementary students to learn about science?
One of our goals is to increase the number of health care professionals now and in the future. Many of these professions are of a technical nature, making a science background necessary to train for these jobs. If the students of today are to become the nurses, surgeons, x-ray technicians and dentists of tomorrow, they need to gain confidence in science today. We believe A.K.A. Science provides that confidence.