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STUDENTS ARE THE FUTUREThe Fleet brings meaning to the wonder of science. We believe science is in everything and education is the foundational starting point for discovery and curiosity. All of the experiences we create are designed to bring out the inner scientist in your students and facilitate learning both in and beyond classrooms.

As an informal educational and inquiry-based institution, the Fleet Science Center offers a number of interactive learning experiences designed to inspire people of all ages to become problem solvers, inventors and innovators in their communities.

Funding for the Fleet’s hybrid outreach vehicles provided by

Las Patronas and Mossy Toyota.

IMAX is a registered trademark of IMAX Corporation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

All prices subject to change.

AT YOUR SCHOOLScience To Go Classroom WorkshopsScience Station InvestigationsScience Assembly ShowsFamily Science Nights

AT THE SCIENCE CENTERScience Learning Lab WorkshopsHands-On Interactive ExhibitsAmazing IMAX® Films

FOR EDUCATORSFleet Inquiry Institute Professional DevelopmentTeacher Open HouseFree Admission for TeachersTeacher TipsScholarships

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SCIENCE TO GOOur education outreach staff will deliver science programs directly to your school, library, community center or other educational venue. No need to get on a bus or gather supplies—we bring the science knowledge, enthusiasm and materials needed to delve into science topics at the venue of your choice. All Science To Go programs can also be booked as workshops at the Science Center! Programs are available for Pre-K through Grade 8.

Topics include biology, space, chemistry, physics, weather, engineering and more! Visit: www.rhfleet.org/outreach-programs for topic descriptions.

$225 for single program, $325 for double program (25 students or fewer).*Additional student fee: $6. Maximum of 34 students per program. Program length: 1 hour.

Visit: www.rhfleet.org/workshops-standards for information on how these programs meet California Education Standards and NGSS.

SCIENCE STATION INVESTIGATION Science Station Investigation brings together hundreds of students in the same space, discovering science through a variety of standards-based, hands-on experiences. It’s a great alternative to a traditional assembly! These programs can take place in your cafeteria, gym or multipurpose room during the school day. Choose from topics such as physics, magic and space.

Visit: www.rhfleet.org/science-station-investigation for more information.

$750 per program.* Maximum of 180 students per program. Program length: 2 hours.

*An additional mileage fee will be applied to schools located more than 30 miles round-trip from the Fleet.

AT YOUR SCHOOL

New!SUPER-SIZED SCIENCEDo your students need more in-depth science? Super-Sized Science offers new programs that provide a unique, interactive look at exciting STEAM concepts. All Super-Sized Science programs can also be booked as workshops at the Science Center! Programs are available for Grades 3–6. Choose from two workshops, listed below.

Engineering by Design Mars Quest

For program descriptions, visit: www.rhfleet.org/outreach-programs.

$300 for single program, $400 for double program (25 students or fewer).* Additional student fee: $6. Maximum of 34 students per program. Program length: 90 minutes.

New & Improved!DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME!Stand back: We’re doing science! Don’t Try This at Home! is a series of exciting live shows that explore science that’s too bold, too noisy and too shocking to do at home! Experience science through a thrilling performance filled with interactive demonstrations. Choose from two shows, listed below.

Under Pressure Superhero Science

Visit: www.rhfleet.org/science-shows for show specifics and more information.

$375 for up to 150 students.* Additional student fee: $2.Maximum of 175 students per show. Program length: 45 minutes. Shows are appropriate for grades K–6.

*An additional mileage fee will be applied to schools located more than 30 miles round-trip from the Fleet.

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FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHTSLearning at school doesn’t only happen during class. Let us bring our science expertise to your school event! Family Science Night brings up to 300 children, parents and teachers together for hands-on science experiences in a fun atmosphere. These highly engaging events are held at your educational facility and provide standards-based science investigations for students and their families. Bilingual materials available. Choose from three workshops, listed below.

Behind the Magic Fantastic Physics Amazing Space

For more information visit: www.rhfleet.org/family-science-nights.

$625 per program.* Maximum of 300 participants, including children and adults.Program length: 90 minutes.

*An additional mileage fee will be applied to schools located more than 30 miles round-trip from the Fleet.

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LEARNING LAB WORKSHOPSHANDS-ON SCIENCE! Let your students learn by doing: include a hands-on workshop as part of your field trip to the Science Center. Our workshops stimulate curiosity and inspire inquiry as students explore topics ranging from engineering, physics and astronomy to chemistry, biology and more!

Visit: www.rhfleet.org/workshops for workshop descriptions.

For more information on how these workshops meet California Education Standards and NGSS, please visit: www.rhfleet.org/workshops-standards.

$195 per workshop of 25 students. Additional student fee: $6. Maximum of 34 students.One accompanying teacher and four chaperones per program.

Program length: 1 hour. Gallery admission included.

Super-Sized Science Workshop Price: $270 per workshop of 25 students. Additional student fee: $6. Maximum of 34 students.One accompanying teacher and four chaperones per program.

Program length: 90 minutes. Gallery admission included.

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! (619) 238-1233 ext. 806

New!STEAM SHOPExplore and innovate through collaborative projects that embrace the philosophy of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics). A STEAM Shop promotes innovation through critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, risk-taking and perseverance. Most of all, students will use analytical problem-solving skills. All STEAM Shop workshops take place in the Fleet’s Tinkering Studio and are two hours long. For grades 4 and up.

$250 per workshop. 30 participants maximum. Three to five chaperones required. Gallery admission

is included. Workshops are available weekdays,

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HANDS-ON INTERACTIVE EXHIBITSThe Fleet is San Diego’s science center, bringing together the community, empowering educators and offering meaningful experiences that embrace the power of science and impact the world around us. Interactive exhibit galleries, featuring more than 100 exhibits, encourage experimentation through hands-on fun. Provide your students firsthand experience with core science concepts with a visit to the Fleet.

School Group Gallery Visit Pricing: $6 per student. One adult chaperone per 10 students for 2nd grade and up is required, and one adult

chaperone per five students for Pre-K through 1st grade. Required adults are free.

ONGOING EXHIBITIONSTHE FLEET COLLECTION NANO TINKERING STUDIOCELLULAR JOURNEY BLOCK BUSTERS! POWER PLAY SAN DIEGOSO WATT! AN ILLUMINATING LOOK AT ENERGY ORIGINS IN SPACESAN DIEGO WATER: FROM SOURCE TO TAP

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The Art of the Brick: September 30, 2016–January 29, 2017Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions,” The Art of the Brick exhibition by artist Nathan Sawaya takes LEGO® bricks from child's toy to sophisticated art form—and beyond. The world's largest display of LEGO art features original pieces of inspiring artworks as well as re-imagined versions of some of the world's most famous art masterpieces, all made exclusively from LEGO bricks.

This is a special, limited-engagement exhibition that requires an additional fee for admission.

Sherlock Holmes and the Clocktower Mystery: February 11–June 4, 2017A terrible crime has been committed and Victorian London’s most celebrated detective, Sherlock Holmes, needs your help to find out “whodunit!” This interactive, entertaining and very clever mystery will test your powers of observation and deductive reasoning. You’ll investigate several rooms to collect clues and gather evidence. Put on your thinking cap and see if you can solve this baffling thriller!

And more! Exhibitions are changed and updated regularly. Check availability when making reservations.

TRAVELING EXHIBITIONS At the Fleet for a limited time only

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AMAZING IMAX FILMSBecome immersed in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater through IMAX film adventures that showcase the wonders of the planet—and beyond. It’s an exciting experience for your students (and you, too!) that makes an impact and reinforces educational content standards. Educator guides are available for most films; ask for your complimentary guide when you book your screening.

We have a wide range of films, covering topics ranging from oceans to animals and history to space. You can pick what you want to see and your date!

Film times are 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. For a complete list of films, grade levels and descriptions, please visit: www.rhfleet.org/imax-films.

$7 per student, $1,800 for buyout (274 people max). Allow one hour for your theater

experience. Additionally, a one-hour visit to our interactive exhibit galleries is included.

Films are subject to availability. Call (619) 238-1233 ext. 806 to book your screening.

TEACHER TOP PICKS!ADVENTURES IN WILD CALIFORNIA Grades 4–12 AMAZING JOURNEYS Grades K–12

BUGS! Grades K–3 HUBBLE Grades 3–12

LEWIS & CLARK: Great Journey West Grades 4–5 MYSTERIES OF EGYPT Grades 4–12

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTThe Fleet Inquiry Institute provides professional development workshops, resources and lesson plans in order to engage students, making science more exciting throughout the school year. Teacher workshops can be customized to meet your needs and are offered at the Fleet or at your school. Learn inquiry-based teaching techniques, become informed about Next Generation Science Standards and get hands-on experience with new classroom activity ideas.

Topics include: Comparing Approaches to Hands-On ScienceRaising QuestionsNGSS Practices and InquiryImmersion in InquirySubtle Shifts: Adapting Activities for InquiryAnd many more!

For more information, visit: www.rhfleet.org/teachers.

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New!TEACHER PARTNER PROGRAM Sign up at the ticket counter and receive unlimited individual gallery admission throughout the year, one free IMAX film admission, a $10 discount on a new family membership (with even more great benefits), a 15% discount on purchases in the North Star Science Store, a monthly Educator E-News newsletter and more!

Visit www.rhfleet.org/teacher-partner-program for more information and to partner with the Fleet!

This program is open to K–12 teachers working within a 200-mile radius of the Fleet Science Center. Contact information and school or union ID required.

TEACHER OPEN HOUSECalling all teachers! You are cordially invited to attend the teacher open house at the Fleet Science Center. This FREE event is open to all teachers in the San Diego area. Come and enjoy refreshments, activities, classroom lesson ideas and a chance to win prizes!

Thursday, October 13, 2016, 5–7 p.m. FREE!RSVP required. Reserve your spot today by visiting this web page:

www.fleetteacheropenhouse2016.bpt.me

PROGRAM STANDARDSBelow are Science To Go programs and workshops that work toward the listed standards. Common Core alignment and any standards updates can be found at: www.rhfleet.org/school-programs.

NGSS Standards California Science Standards

Adventurous Architects 2-PS1-3, 3-5-ETS1-1 2-IE-4G, 3-IE-5A, 4-IE-6D

Body Works 4-LS1-1, MS-LS1-3 5-LS-2B, 5-LS-2C

Chemistry Concepts 5-PS1-3, 5-PS1-4 5-PS-1F

Electric Avenue 3-PS2-3 4-PS-1A, 4-PS-1C

Energy Explorers 4-PS3-2, MS-PS4-2 3-PS-1A, 3-PS-1B, 3-PS-1C

Engineering by Design 3-5-ETS1-1, 3-5-ETS1-2, 3-5-ETS1-3 3-IE-5C, 3-IE-5D, 3-IE-5E, 4-IE-6C, 4-IE-6D, 5-IE-6H

Fantastic Forces 3-PS2-1, 3-PS2-2, 5-PS2-1 2-PS-1C, 3-PS-1C

Forces in Action MS-PS2-2 7-IE-7C, 8-PS-1A, 8-PS-2E

Forensic Detectives 5-PS1-3, MS-PS2-2 4-IE-6F, 5-PS-1F, 6-IE-7E

Habitats 2-LS4-1, 3-LS4-3 K-LS-2A, 1-LS-2A

Insect Inspectors 3-LS4-2 K-LS-2C, 1-LS-2D, 3-LS-3A

Making Sense of It All 2-PS1-1 K-IE-4A

Mars Quest 3-5-ETS1-1, 3-5-ETS1-2, 3-5-ETS1-3 3-IE-5C, 3-IE-5D, 3-IE-5E, 4-IE-6C, 4-IE-6D, 5-IE-6H

Sensational Solar System MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS1-2, MS-ESS1-3 3-ES-4B, 3-ES-4D, 5-ES-5B

Simple Machines K-2-ETS1-2 2-PS-1C, 2-PS-1D

Sound Science 1-PS4-1 2-PS-1G, 3-PS-1D

States of Matter 2-PS1-1 K-PS-1B, K-PS-1C

Superhero Genetics MS-LS3-1 6-IE-7C, 7-LS-2D

Weather Watchers K-ESS2-1 K-ES-3B, 1-ES-3A, 1-ES-3C

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WE ARE READY TO HELP (619) 238-1233 ext. 806

TEACHER TIPSMaking a ReservationMake reservations by calling our Client Services Department at (619) 238-1233 ext. 806 or emailing clientservices@rhfleet.org. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance of the desired date.

See our reservation and field trip policies online at: www.rhfleet.org/reservation-policies.

Cancellation PolicyA minimum of two weeks’ notice is required for rescheduling or canceling your reservation. Cancellations made with less than two weeks’ notice will result in a cancellation fee. You must send a written notification by either email (clientservices@rhfleet.org) or by fax (619-685-5770) and must receive a written confirmation from the Client Services Department to ensure your cancellation is processed.

ChaperonesWe require one adult chaperone per 10 students for 2nd grade and up, and one adult chaperone per five students for Pre-K through 1st grade for exhibit gallery and IMAX visits. Required adults are free. Adults beyond the required number must pay admission.

Add a Fleet Grab Bag for $5To order Fleet Grab Bags filled with a variety of science-related fun, please notify Client Services when making your reservation.

Teachers enrolled in our Teacher Partner Program receive a 15% discount for individual purchases at the North Star Science Store.

School LunchesBoxed lunches are available for purchase in advance from our café for $10. They include:

½ turkey, ham or vegetarian sandwich on brioche bread with cheese and lettuce; chips; cookie; and choice of juice, milk or bottled water.

Please request a lunch order form when speaking with the Client Services Department.

ACCESS SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships for field trips are available to schools based on financial need. Other restrictions may apply. For more information on scholarship availability, please call (619) 238-1233 ext. 806. To apply, visit: http://goo.gl/JZ7H3g.

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EDUCATION AND SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORS

Education and scholarship programs are made possible thanks to generous donations from:

3M Industrial Markets CenterAnonymousAssociation of Science-Technology

CentersAudrey S. Geisel/Dr. Seuss Fund Beyster Family Foundation Fund IV Boys and Girls FoundationBruce and Gail BaileyChuck and Judy WheatleyCoastal Community FoundationCounty Supervisor Ron Roberts

Community Enhancement ProgramFarrell Family FoundationGenentechKinder Morgan FoundationThe Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris

Foundation Lockheed Martin CorporationLouise EnglemanMadeline P. WalkerMcCarthy Family Foundation

Motorola Solutions FoundationNancy Robertson and Mark

CookinghamNorthrop Grumman CorporationThe Parker Foundation Patrons of the PradoPrice Philanthropies FoundationQUALCOMM, IncorporatedResMed FoundationReuben H. Fleet Foundation FundRice Family FoundationSan Diego County Water AuthoritySan Diego Gas & ElectricSan Diego Museum CouncilScholarShare Investment BoardThe Takahashi Family FundTime Warner Cable San DiegoUnion Bank FoundationUnited Technologies Corporation

Aerospace SystemsViaSat

Victor and Jeanne OrphanVioleta and Jack ZimmermanViterbi Family Fund of the Jewish

Community FoundationWD-40 CompanyWells Fargo

Additional support provided by:

The Fleet Science Center was the first museum in Balboa Park to receive LEED (Leadership in Energy

& Environmental Design) Silver Certification for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance in May of

2010. LEED certification is the nation’s preeminent program for the design, construction and operation

of high performance, environmentally responsible green buildings.

The ‘LEED Certification Mark’ is a registered trademark owned by the U.S. Green Building Council and

is used by permission.

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Teacher Open House Thursday, October 13, 20165–7 p.m., FREE!See page 14 for information.

SAVE THE DATE!

Science Shows See page 4 for details.

NEW AND IMPROVED!

10% TOTAL RECOVERED FIBERALL POST-CONSUMER FIBER

REUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER