The Society of Toxicology (SOT) is hosting two High School events in conjunction with the SOT 53rd Annual Meeting, March 23–27, 2014, Phoenix, Arizona. The Education Committee K–12 Subcommittee is seeking volunteers to assist with these activities and also requests your help in promoting the High School Student and Teacher Workshop and the High School Poster Exposition. Information is below for these events as well as links to the registration forms. Please forward this message to other scientists who share an interest in these upcoming events. More information is provided on the SOT Annual Meeting website.
Volunteer to Assist with These Events
Toxicologist Volunteer Form—Please submit by February 15, 2014.
High School Student and Teacher Workshop
Saturday, March 22, 8:30 AM–4:15 PM
Health Science Education Building, University of Arizona, Phoenix Biomedical Campus
This all-day workshop will convey the theme that toxicologists help ensure safer homes and healthy living. Activities will include featured presentations by SOT members and a consumer products safety activity that includes making lotion and exploration of safety evaluation data. Students and teachers will meet informally at lunch with toxicologists to learn about the exciting and diverse options for careers in toxicology.
Student and Teacher Workshop Registration
A refundable deposit of $10 sent to SOT will hold a place in the workshop along with the online registration. The deposit is waived for students from Title 1 Schools. The deadline to register online is February 24, 2014. Media Release Form (photo release for participants/parents to sign) and deposit must be received by February 28, 2014.
Tucson to Phoenix Bus Reservation Form
Bus transportation to Phoenix on Saturday will be available for Tucson area students and teachers. Fare is $5 (nonrefundable); this fee is waived for students at Title 1 Schools. Online reservation is due by February 24 and bus fare and signed Liability Waiver are due at SOT by February 28.
Liability Waiver (Minor) | Liability Waiver (Adult)
High School Poster Exposition
Tuesday, March 25, 10:30 AM-2:30 PM
Toxicology-related research posters will be presented by high school students in ToxExpo. This display recognizes high school student effort and provides scientific meeting experience.
High School Poster Exposition Submission
Online submission deadline is February 12 and the signed Media Release must arrive at SOT by February 28.
Tucson to Phoenix Bus Reservation Form
Bus transportation to Phoenix on Tuesday will be available for Tucson area students and teachers. Fare is $5 (nonrefundable); this fee is waived for studetns at Title 1 Schools. Online reservation is due by February 24 and bus fare and signed Liability Waiver are due at SOT by February 28.
Liability Waiver (Minor) | Liability Waiver (Adult)
Questions? Contact Betty Eidemiller at SOT.