Learn from Nationally Recognized Science Educator

Time for a Change: Introduction to Modeling Instruction™

Scheck Hillel Community School will host a week-long workshop for science educators: Modeling Instruction™ (June 17- 21, 2019). It will be led by Carlos Montero, recipient of of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching. Aimed at Grades 6-12 science teachers from all disciplines and all schools, the workshop will focus on the concept of energy as a central theme in science classes. Participants will carry out investigations to learn how Modeling Instruction works in the context of physics, chemistry, biology and middle school science.

Workshop Dates: June 17- 21, 2019

Times: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Location:
Scheck Hillel Community School
19000 NE 25th Avenue, North Miami Beach, Florida 33180

Cost: $500
Covers tuition, all workshop materials and a 1-year membership to AMTA - American Modeling Teachers Association

Register for the workshop at eHillel.org/ModelingInstruction.

“Through the Modeling Instruction teaching method, students learn science as scientists do – by doing science. It helps teachers attain knowledge, skills and experience needed to benefit students,” said Carlos Montero, workshop leader and Scheck Hillel Community School’s Ben Lipson Upper School Science Department Chair. Nationally recognized as a science educator, he has garnered several honors, including the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (2013).

Carlos Montero first encountered Modeling Instruction in 2006 and has been devoted to the pedagogy ever since experiencing the profound impact it had in his chemistry classes. In 2013, he was certified as a Modeling Instruction workshop leader by the American Modeling Teachers Association (AMTA). He also served on the executive board of AMTA for several years. Mr. Montero has been a featured presenter on several national platforms, including the Biennial Conference in Chemical Education. He is also an experienced AP Chemistry teacher and serves as an exam reader for the College Board.

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].