Interested in learning about what SASSAk12 is up to?
Check out the posts below for details on past events and updates on what we’re working on now!
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Unearthing Big Ideas at the Burroughs Read-A-Thon
What happens when science, storytelling, and hands-on discovery come together? An unforgettable learning experience!
SASSAk12 Goes to the Council for Minnesota Archaeology 2025 Conference
Can you guess what SASSAk12 offered at their table that set us apart from all the other participants?
At the Intersection of Anthropology and Climate Science
Dr. Erin Crowley-Champoux shows off just one of the many “hats” available to anthropologists
Taking the SASSAk12 toolkit abroad
Dr. Katherine Erdman incorporates community heritage and engagement in the Kazakhstan classroom
“Where the water meets the shore and the laughter floats on the breeze”
Chrissy Goodwin was one of the earliest members of the SASSAk12 community, and she went on to build her own community informed by her passion to ensure the persistence of Indigenous practices, beliefs, and values - including community members from around the world. We are grateful to have been part of that community. We invite you to take a moment to remember Chrissy.
A Shoulder to Stand On
Can you imagine Sir Isaac Newton, a giant in his own right, thinking himself small when compared to the great scientific and philosophical minds that came before him?
Teeth: The unsung heroes of the fossil record
Volunteer Spotlight: Samantha Gogol and Risa Luther celebrate Pride at the Bell Museum by daring you to “bare your teeth”
“It belongs in a museum!” Or, does it?
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Ivy Faulkner brings “STEAM” to Phoenix Fan Fusion
SASSAk12’s New Look!
Congratulations! If you are reading this, then not only have you made it to the new SASSAk12 website, but you’ve taken some time to explore our webpage and made it to our SASSAk12 updates.
Become a YERP Research Mentor!
Interested in helping students connect science and social studies to their communities and the world around them? Learn how here!
Help Our Kids Stay Connected During Isolation
Social distancing doesn’t mean we can’t be social and connect, it simply means we have to get more creative in how we do it
SASSA in the Classroom Alumna Starts Environmentally Conscious Earth.Hacks Instragram
Inspired by what she learned from SASSA in the Classroom’s modules, a student created an Instagram account dedicated to showing people how to make small changes to help the environment.
PRESS RELEASE: SASSA Looks for the Next Generation of Scientists
Science and Social Studies Adventures (SASSA), a youth-focused education and research organization, announced the start of two new free programs for K-12 students
FREE EVENT: 2019 Monarch Festival
The 2019 Monarch Festival is approaching! Learn about this free event.
Minnesota State Fair Must-Sees of 2019
Events and opportunities for hands-on learning scheduled for this year’s fair
Collaborating to Restore Wild Rice Events
A graduate student’s research brings together communities and researchers to protect wild rice
Want SASSA to Engage Your K-12 Students? Let Us Know!
Learn how you can get SASSA programming into your K-12 school this year!
Winners of Google Science Fair Announced
Read about the winner of Google’s 2018-2019 Science Fair, a global competition for students between the ages of 13 and 18 who are changing the world!
Catching Up with Michael Murphy
We get to hear about Michael Murphy’s summer internship at Craters of the Moon National Monument!
Help the DNR with Environmental Research in Minnesota
Looking for an opportunity to help with some environmental research this weekend? Know of a spring on your property or spot one while hiking in the woods? The Minnesota DNR wants to know about it!