Connect With Paper Circuits

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
4:00 PM 5:30 PM

AIMS Center 1595 South Chestnut Avenue Fresno, CA, 93702 United States (map)

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CONNECT WITH PAPER CIRCUITS

With science education now featured on the California School Dashboard, there’s never been a better time to rethink how we teach it. Design, Craft, and Code is a hands-on workshop series that equips educators to bring the California NGSS to life through a STEAM-integrated, maker-centered approach—including creative connections to computer science.

Participants will explore a wide range of materials and tools—from cardboard and fabric to 3D printers, laser cutters, and microcontrollers—while engaging in open-ended design challenges that spark creativity and problem-solving. Grounded in constructionism, design thinking, and the maker mindset, these sessions provide practical strategies for teaching science through making, coding, and hands-on exploration.

Come ready to design, prototype, and experiment—while gaining the tools and confidence to lead meaningful, NGSS-aligned science and computer science experiences in your classroom.

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In-person: FREE

DETAILS

Wednesday, November 19

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM PST

AIMS Center for Math and Science Education
Richard Thiessen Conference Center (WEC 114)
1595 S. Chestnut Ave. Fresno, CA 93702

Located on the main campus of Fresno Pacific University

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