"Science is a subject that I have always enjoyed, but been a little apprehensive about teaching. I always fear that I will not teach something correctly, won't teach it enough, or that students will ask me questions that I don't know the answer to. Family Science Night showed me that it is perfectly acceptable to not know all of the answers and that teaching science can really be fun."
"The advice I would give to future science teachers is to please, please, please make their activities engaging and interactive; something the students will go home remembering. The idea may take a while to come up with, but it will be worth it."
"The main thing I learned from this event is that is so incredibly important to provide students the opportunity to learn with their parents and to participate in fun, risk-free learning activities."
"I liked Family Science Night a great deal because it allowed our group to address a sensitive topic (hyperactivity) in a fun and friendly manner."
"This event was not only fun for the family and community but me too!"
"This sounds crazy but kids intimidate me a bit like they know I'm not a real teacher but I was surprised and very pleased a how quickly I found my confidence."
"As Einstein said, "You really do not understand something unless you can explain it to your Grandmother." I felt we must understand our topic well, because we explained it - successfully - to many Grandmothers, four year olds, Dads, Aunts, and Moms."
"In all honesty, I initially thought that the subject of Science and Nutrition was going to be boring, but as we formed our idea and then saw the reaction of those around us, I immediately changed my mind. Turning what could be a potentially boring topic into something fun and hands-on was an experience that I will never forget."
"What I originally thought would be a hassle and a waste of my time was actually fun and beneficial for me and my future career. I can take it with me wherever I go, an awareness of how these family nights work as well as all the benefits for all that are involved."
"I found that you can incorporate science into many different areas. It was easier than I thought because science is all around us."
"It was interesting to see how we had to remain flexible and adjust to the students' level of curiosity and demeanor....The main thing I will remember from participating in this event is how important is to remain flexible and have the materials necessary to be flexible for all the students as they each learn differently."
"It was a wonderful way for me to try out my teacher voice and practice interacting with families....I had a blast!"
