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  1. Novato Library's Teen Science and Math Enrichment Program: Make it! Move it! Eat it!:An Introduction to Everyday Science

  2. Background • North Bay Leadership Council’s spring economic insight report “How to Make the North Bay a Jobs Magnet,” calls for visible math and science programs for youth in grades K-12.

  3. Background • Inspires partnership with Physicist Jack Deslippe Engineer Linh Nguyen to develop a series of fun and inspiring school year math and science programs aimed at middle youth.

  4. Background • LSTA grant allows expansion to include circulating materials, including science kits and recreational reading centered on math and science.

  5. Purpose • middle school students to increase their interest in the study of math and science for future academic and career achievement.

  6. Results 80% of responding participants indicated they were as or more interested in pursuing a higher degree in math or science.

  7. Results • Four afterschool programs: Motors, Magnets, Optics and Waves • 10 circulating patron science kits • 20 staff science kits • 63 recreational reading books

  8. Results • It was lots of fun and I'll always remember it. • This was a great experience. My kids came three times and loved it! Please do this again. • It was fantastic… really good and my son thoroughly enjoyed it.

  9. Next Steps • Continue the program and expand it to include all ages. • Identify a project lead for Science Programming • Expand program system-wide.

  10. Questions? Thank You! Amanda Jacobs Foust Acting Electronic Services Librarian Marin County Free Library afoust@co.marin.ca.us (415) 499-7451

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