CuriOdyssey Terminates the Employment of Carl Oosterman
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CuriOdyssey Terminates the Employment of Carl Oosterman
CuriOdyssey has terminated the employment of Carl Oosterman, Director of Education, effective immediately. Mr. Oosterman was employed at CuriOdyssey for 17 years. Last week we learned about a deeply disturbing incident that involved Mr. Oosterman at an offsite location outside of work hours. This incident was brought to our attention by a private watchdog group…
Read MoreUpdate – CuriOdyssey Terminates the Employment of Carl Oosterman
Dear CuriOdyssey families, Today I am reaching out to our current and past CuriOdyssey, Leaders In Training (LIT) counselor and homeschool families regarding further developments regarding the very serious matter involving former CuriOdyssey employee and Director of Education Carl Oosterman. As you may already know from a previous letter or CuriOdyssey’s public statement, dated July…
Read More“Full STEAM Ahead!” – CuriOdyssey’s 2021 Virtual Gala
On Thursday, February 25, 2021, CuriOdyssey hosted its first ever virtual gala, “Full STEAM Ahead!” This event was made possible by Gala Co-Chairs, Julie Lee and Kelly Markson, our board of directors, and all of our generous gala sponsors. You can watch a recording of the virtual gala here. Thanks to the 280 friends who…
Read MoreGet Started with Micro-Animals: A Better Way to Teach the Science Behind Microorganisms
Wondering how to find your very own tardigrade? Well, having your own water-bear might be all the hype these days, but this newly released Life Science Kit explores a whole range of micro-animals you’ve probably never heard of. In collaboration with Micro Safari, learning more about the microbes in the world around us has never…
Read MoreCelebrating Leaders in STEM Education
For Black History Month, CuriOdyssey is celebrating leaders in STEM education and conservation. This week, we are highlighting the organization, Black Girls Code. Leaders in STEM education mentor the next leaders in STEM The Black Girls Code organization was started by Kimberly Bryant. She writes on the organization website, ” By launching Black Girls Code,…
Read MoreCelebrating STEM and Conservation Leaders During Black History Month
February is Black History Month. This month of recognition and celebration of Black Americans began as a one-week event in 1926. “The intention (of Black History Month) has never been to dictate or limit the exploration of the Black experience, but to bring to the public’s attention important developments that merit emphasis.”, writes ASALH on…
Read MoreCreature Feetures, Volume 4, Plant Seed Germination
Scientific Observation: Plant germination! Visit our next onsite exhibition “Creature Feetures” to experience animal and plant features – like germination. This exhibition will help support the NGSS teachings regarding animal and plant adaptations. You will see microscopic animals magnified through Igor Siwanowicz’s magnificent photography, use your feet to power an exhibit and get up close to observe zoo…
Read MoreCreature Feetures, Volume 3, Barn Owls!
Scientific Observation: Animal characteristics! Our next onsite exhibition “Creature Feetures” will introduce you to animal characteristics. This exhibition will help support the NGSS teachings regarding animal and plant adaptations taught in schools. You will see microscopic animals magnified through Igor Siwanowicz’s magnificent photography, use your feet to power an exhibit and get up close to observe CuriOdyssey…
Read MoreCreature Feetures, Volume 1, Bobcats
Scientific Observation: Animal characteristics and features! Our next onsite exhibition is “Creature Feetures”. This exhibition will support the Next Generation Science Standards teachings regarding animal and plant adaptations taught in schools. In that exhibition, you will see microscopic animals magnified through Igor Siwanowicz’s magnificent photography, use your feet to power an exhibit and get up close to…
Read MoreCreature Feetures, Volume 2, Reptiles!
Scientific Observation: Feature Comparison! Our next onsite exhibition “Creature Feetures” will focus on feature comparison of plants and animals. This exhibition will support the Next Generation Science Standards regarding animal and plant adaptations taught in schools. In this exhibition, you will see microscopic animals magnified through Igor Siwanowicz’s magnificent photography, use your feet to power an exhibit…
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