Inspiring Tomorrow’s Ocean Leaders - SCIENCE * COMPETITION * STEWARDSHIP
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Come work for @NOSBRocks! We are hiring an NOSB Program Specialist II to assist w/ #ocean & #STEM informal education, competition, and DEI initiatives. Details at: col.ucar.edu/people/open-pos…
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The 2023 @NOSBRocks scholarship application is available online. The deadline for submissions is June 2, 2023. There is one update to the 2023 application: all applicants must have competed at least once during a 2020, 2021, or 2022 regional competition. nosb.org/scholarships/
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@NOSBRocks is now contributing #ocean #science #education resources to @scoutlierEDU. Monthly 10-question quizzes & theme-based webinars / resource pages with associated questions are available for teachers to adapt and/or assign to their students in the classroom or at home.
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This fully remote externship is open to high school and undergraduate students. Identify and research a conservation issue near you while getting mentorship from an assigned Paragon One mentor & @NatGeo & @nature_org company representatives. Application is due February 20th.
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Hey #NOSBalums - if you are interested in participating in a virtual competition in May 2023, played head-to-head with the online Slapbowl buzzer system, check out this opportunity.
Pre-registration deadline is December 15th. Learn more at: pmd.org/project.php?id=993
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Important update on @NOSBRocks. The statement is also available online at nosb.org/note-to-the-nosb-co….
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Thank you to @waterscienceUWM for providing a wonderful award trip for our #NOSB22 champs from Canyon Crest Academy (San Diego, CA). Highlights included @RiveredgeNC, @PortExploreum, @mkeriverkeeper, Jones Island Wastewater Reclamation Facility, @MMSD_MKE, & the R/V Neeskay.
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Congrats to our 2022 @NOSBRocks scholarship recipients!
Margaret (@bluecrab_bowl )
Mattingly (Aloha & Garibaldi Bowls)
Jasper (Blue Lobster Bowl)
Daniel (LA Surf Bowl)
Venkat (@SeaLionBowl)
Learn more about our #ocean scholars & their future plans at nosb.org/congrats-to-the-202…
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A big thank you to the #USNavalObservatory for the tour - including its famous master clock and 26-inch refractor telescope from 1873 - for the #NOSB22 3rd place team (Lexington High School, Lexington, MA) visiting Washington DC for their award trip.
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Thank you to @RepKClark’s staff for meeting with the @NOSBRocks team from Lexington High School (MA) this morning. They learned more about the legislative process and how bills get written and introduced.
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Thank you to the staff from the office of @SenMarkey for meeting with the @NOSBRocks team from Lexington High School (Lexington, MA) at the US Capitol Building this morning. The team greatly appreciated the discussion of topics such as #marine plastics.
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The team from Lexington High School attended a presentation with @edyong209 where he discussed his new book, An Immense World - How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us, and his thorough and empathetic reporting on Covid-19 for @TheAtlantic.
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We can protect our ocean - together - by supporting our #nextgen of #ocean scientists, stewards, & future problem solvers! On #WorldOceanday, please consider supporting @NOSBRocks scholarships for five students starting their college careers this fall.
mightycause.com/story/Nosbgi…
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In June we celebrate National Ocean Month & World Ocean Day (June 8). These celebrations remind us how we are all connected to the #ocean. To celebrate & help protect it, please support @NOSBRocks scholarships for our #nextgen ocean scientists & stewards! mightycause.com/story/Nosbgi…
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Will you Get in the Game with @NOSBRocks in honor of our #silveranniversary? You can help us raise $5,000 for scholarships for five NOSB high school seniors planning to study #ocean #science / #STEM-related majors in college this upcoming fall.
mightycause.com/story/Nosbgi….
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Canyon Crest Academy (@CCARaven) Takes Gold In Silver Anniversary of National Ocean Sciences Bowl Finals (w/ @OceanLeadership): bit.ly/CCAgold
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THANK YOU #NOSB22 volunteers, including over 25 #NOSBAlums, who ensured the virtual Finals was a success. @NOSBRocks would never have reached its 25th anniversary without the dedication of each & every volunteer to our students' #ocean #science #education & #career exploration.
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@NOSBRocks competitors - if you are a graduating senior, be sure to apply for the #NOSB22 scholarship. Applications are due May 28th!
The instructions and application are available at bit.ly/22NOSP.
Lastly, CONGRATS to #NOSB22 FIRST PLACE team Canyon Crest Academy (San Diego, CA; competed at the Garibaldi Bowl)- awarded an experiential award trip (either San Diego, CA or Milwaukee, WI) to participate in variety of ocean & aquatic science, research, & conservation activities.
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Congrats to #NOSB22 2nd place team Dougherty Valley High School (from San Ramon, CA & @SeaLionBowl competitors) - awarded an experiential award trip (either San Diego, CA or Milwaukee, WI) to participate in a variety of ocean & aquatic science, research, & conservation activities
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Congrats to our #NOSB22 3rd place team Lexington High School (from Lexington, MA and competitors at the Blue Lobster Bowl). This team is awarded an experiential award trip to Washington, DC to participate in a variety of ocean science, research, & conservation activities.
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Congrats to our #NOSB22 4-8th place teams:
4th place = Tesla STEM (WA)
5th place – Ladue Horton Watkins High School (MO)
6th place – Midwood High School (NY)
7th place – Santa Monica High School (CA)
8th place – Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (VA)
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The last two teams to compete in the #NOSB22 virtual Finals competition are: Canyon Crest Academy and Dougherty Valley High School.
Congrats to both these teams for making it to the final #ocean #science elimination round. Stay tuned for the final @NOSBRocks Finals results!
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Our TOP FOUR #NOSB22 teams moving on to Elimination-2 are:
Canyon Crest Academy
Dougherty Valley
Lexington High School
Tesla STEM
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The first elimination rounds of #NOSB22 are taking place with our top 12 teams. We'll announce our top 4 teams later this afternoon. Stay tuned!
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Lexington High School, Midwood High School,
Rockdale Magnet School for Science & Technology,
Santa Monica High School, Tesla STEM, and
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
The teams moving on to the #NOSB22 Finals elimination rounds tomorrow are (in alphabetical order):
Canyon Crest Academy, Centerville High School, Coginchaug Regional High School, Dougherty Valley High School, Juneau-Douglas High School, Ladue Horton Watkins High School /1
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The recording of @NOSBRocks 2022 Finals Competition Opening Ceremony is now available at youtu.be/y0sKae_Xkys.
Dr. Rick Spinrad (@NOAA) served as the keynote speaker and @armon_alex also spoke to youth engagement in climate change. Lastly, the #NOSB22 teams were introduced.
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Check out #NOSB22's virtual field trip, presented by Bart Merrick & Frank Niepold of @NOAA. They presented on sea level rise (SLR), why we should care what our communities are doing to address it, & what NOAA is working on in regards to addressing SLR. youtu.be/WfDs9JtgxL4
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#NOSBalums we need additional TCQ graders for the 2022 virtual Finals competition. Can you help at any of the following times (Eastern)? Sat. May 14 - 10:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm & Sun. May 15 - noon, 2pm, 3:30pm, 5:30pm. If available, please email aholloway@oceanleadership.org.
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Our #NOSB22 career mentors from @NOAA wanted to ensure all students are aware of their K-12, #undergraduate and #graduate #student #opportunities. Check them out at noaa.gov/opportunity-type/sc….
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A huge thank you to all the professionals who joined @NOSBRocks night, serving as #NOSB22 #career mentors. We know the students you spoke with came away with great career advice and inspiration. Thank you for helping us train the next generation of #ocean and #STEM leaders.
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2022 regional @NOSBRocks students: mark your calendars for April 26, 7pm EST. Celebrate our 25th anniversary by attending the Finals #career mentoring event. Speak with some of our 40 professionals about schooling, career, best advice, etc. We'll share Gathertown link next week.
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@NOSBRocks is excited to announce the launch of its new website as part of the program’s 25th anniversary celebration.
Explore the redesigned site (nosb.org/), including new theme-based resource pages and a revised general resources page to assist competing teams.
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The #NOSB22 Finals competition will be held virtually on Sat., May 14 & Sun., May 15. If you are interested in volunteering, please provide your information in the volunteer info form: forms.gle/BrVb2fmvsLMWr1S37. Volunteer trainings will be held in April (dates TBD).
Are you interested in helping the #nextgen of #ocean leaders understand how scientific requirements are addressed when crafting ocean #legislation? @NOSBRocks is looking for judges, especially w/ backgrounds in #climate #science #policy, for a mock congressional briefing activity
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#NOSB22 seniors, don't forget to apply for the 2022 @NOSBRocks scholarship by May 28. You could receive $1,000 for your 1st year in college if you plan to major in an #ocean or related STEM field. Full instructions & application available on our website at nosb.org/opportunities/natio…
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Calling all educators! @NOAA needs your input!
What type of multimedia and distance learning resources you want to use with your students and for your own professional development. Take this very short survey and let NOAA know how it can help you!
docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS…
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Best of luck to all the @NOSBRocks competitors taking part in our second round of #NOSB22 regional bowls today!
And thank you to all the volunteers for making those regional bowls possible.
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Congrats to the following teams for winning their #NOSB22 Feb. 5th regional bowls:
Bay Scallop Bowl - Midwood High School, Brooklyn, NY;
Blue Heron Bowl - Enloe Magnet High School, Raleigh, NC;
@ChesBayBowl- Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology, Alexandria, VA
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This weekend is the official start of the @NOSBRocks #NOSB22 regional competitions. We wish all the students competing across the country good luck as they showcase their #ocean #science knowledge after months of research and study.
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Join a #youth-focused dialogue on February 15th (7-9pm EST) where high school and university #students can voice concerns, priorities and questions about the 5th National #Climate Assessment.
Register online at bit.ly/346abO5.
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The recording of yesterday's #NOSB22 theme-based webinar on 'What does climate change mean for #marine animals & #ecosystems?' is now available at youtu.be/j7KfcvOYoxY. Learn more about the presenter, @NOAA's Dr. Sean Hayes, & his presentation topic, at nosb.org/guest-experts-dr-se…
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.@OceanLeadership & @NOSBRocks have made the decision to hold #NOSB22 Finals virtually this May. Please read our entire statement, at nosb.org/2022-nosb-finals/, for more info, as well as thoughts on how we can still celebrate the program's successes & impact during our 25th anniv.
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Sea of Change & Florida Prepaid College Foundations have launched the Wayne Hasson Legacy Scholarship. A full 4yr, #undergrad academic scholarship will be awarded in summer '22. The application, w/ focus on ocean conservation, due June 15, is available at: seaofchange.com/waynehassonl…
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Did you miss our #NOSB22 theme-based webinar last week? No need to worry. It's up on @NOSBRocks YouTube channel (theNOSB). Check it out at youtu.be/np1egTJkM6U. Learn how #marine #renewable #energy has the potential to play an important role as we combat #climate change.
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Join @NOSBRocks Jan 27 at 4pm Eastern, when Dr. Sean Hayes of @NOAA NE Fisheries Science Center presents on what #climate change means for #marine animals & #ecosystems. Info at nosb.org/guest-experts-dr-se…. 2nd #NOSB22 webinar on theme of "Climate Change: Ocean Science & Solutions."
The #NOSB22 @ChesBayBowl is in need of additional volunteers for its virtual competition on Sat. Feb. 5 (8:00am to 4:00pm) via Zoom. Not all volunteers will be needed the entire time. To register to be a volunteer, please complete this form delaware.ca1.qualtrics.com/j…. Thank you!
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Hello #NOSBAlums (& other program supporters)! The #NOSB22 regional competitions need your help. Many are going virtual & need more volunteers. Please contact @NOSBRocks (nosb@oceanleadership.org) if you can help our bowls with known volunteer shortages. Thank you.
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Join @NOSBRocks Jan 19 at 4pm Eastern, when Dr. Andrea Copping & Dorian Overhus, of @PNNLab, present on how marine renewable energy can play an important role in combating climate change. Info at nosb.org/guest-experts-dr-an…. #NOSB22 theme "Climate Change: Ocean Science & Solutions."
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