Scope Summer 2019 Issue

HOW TO BE A FRIEND TO TURTLES If the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer exhibit has gotten you out of your shell, now is the best time to learn how you can be a friend to more than 30 species of turtles that call Florida home! With these little reptiles being a staple of our lakes and oceans, it’s easy to forget how turtley remarkable they really are. Can you believe some of your neighborhood turtles could possibly be older than you? These tough creatures may have shells made of over 50 bones, but they still need our help to survive. With 61% of freshwater turtle species and nearly all sea turtle species endangered, it’s up to us to take some easy steps to protect our favorite semi-aquatic neighbors.

HERE ARE FOUR WAYS YOU CAN HELP SAVE TURTLES • Many plastic items are mistaken as food by turtles when they end up in our waterways. Using reusable bags, straws and water bottles not only saves you money, but also helps protect our ecosystem.

• Give nesting turtles plenty of space and never disturb a nest if you come across one. If you’re fortunate enough to see sea turtles hatching, maintain your distance and turn off all lights from your portable electronic devices.

• Litter on our beaches can be dangerous, especially to the 68,000 loggerhead turtles that nest on our coasts annually. Make it a goal to pick up any litter you find when having a beach day.

• Having a turtle as a pet is a lasting commitment not just for you, but for the turtle. Only take responsibility for one if you have a long-term plan. Many unwanted turtles are released into the wild and cannot survive on their own.

This information was sourced from See Turtles, Tufts Wildlife Clinic, and The Atlantic Oceanographic & Meteorological Laboratory.

LEARN MORE The Chelonian Research Institute, Sea Turtle Preservation Society, The Central Florida Wildlife Center and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Committee are great community partners for anyone who wants to learn more about Florida’s turtles and what we can be doing to help save them.Visit some Florida turtles and tortoises in NatureWorks the next time you’re at Orlando Science Center!

777 East Princeton Street, Orlando, Florida 32803 • 407.514.2000 • www.osc.org Orlando Science Center is a private, nonprofit educational facility.

President’s Message

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Science In Our Lives

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NEW! Travelling Exhibit

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Films & Shows

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Member News

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Volunteer This School Year Monthly Calendar

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Mark Your Calendars

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Try This At Home!

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Summer Camps Guide

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Support

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Share Your Story

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Executive Editor JoAnn Newman Co-Editors Jeff Stanford, Jennine Moser Contributing Writers Stephanie Burk, Catherine Duffy, JJ Leissing, Zach Lynn, Michael Mendillo, Jennine Moser,

JoAnn Newman, Heather Norton, Brittany Ryder, Jeff Stanford, Nona Tyler, Lily Voss, Jesse Zito, Stacy Kelley Graphic Designers Kristie Hoover, Lauren Mitchell Photographers Julie Fletcher, Roberto Gonzalez, Lauren Mitchell SCOPE Magazine is published three times a year by Orlando Science Center. SCOPE accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised herein. SCOPE reserves the right to edit, rewrite or refuse material and is not responsible for products.

CONTACT INFORMATION Phone Number: 407.514.2000 | Website: www.osc.org | Story ideas and suggestions: oscmembership@osc.org Orlando Science Center is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program, and sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. © 2019 Orlando Science Center.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin including limited English proficiency, in programs or activities receiving Federal financial assistance. To learn more, please contact our Accessibility Coordinator Debra Gordon at 407-514-2029 or dgordon@osc.org, email preferred.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

InspiringTomorrow’s Space Explorers This summer we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the moon landing. It’s been five decades since Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first set foot on the lunar surface and it remains one of humankind’s greatest achievements.

Orlando Science Center in particular was born out of the space race. In the fifties and early sixties, the space race was heating up at Cape Canaveral and our institution was launched to reinforce the importance of science learning and encourage young people to reach for the stars.

Inspiring curious minds has always been at the forefront of our mission. As we look to the future with a return to the moon and a staffed mission to Mars, Orlando Science Center’s role in promoting science literacy and encouraging future space explorers has never been more important. We have a number of exciting programs planned to commemorate the anniversary of setting foot on the moon, and we are using this milestone to ignite curiosity and initiate discussion.

If you’re looking to honor the Apollo missions this summer, I encourage you to include Orlando Science Center in your plans. On July 20 and 21, we will host our big celebration, Moon Fest, a collection of live shows, films, and activities that will thrill all ages. Enjoy themed activities in Dr. Dare’s Lab and The Hive: A Makerspace, including making your own lunar colony or creating a constellation using LED lights. Our Flight Lab will host a Virtual Reality astronaut flight experience, and you can see the new giant screen documentary, Apollo 11, in the Dr. Phillips CineDome. You can also see the Neil Armstrong biography, First Man, in the Digital Adventure Theater, plus a 3D documentary on space junk.

Central Florida has an important connection to the space race and Orlando Science Center is honored to be part of that legacy. This summer gives us a great opportunity to share the story of the moon landing as we all prepare for what comes next. The astronauts who will walk on Mars one day are currently in elementary school, which means one of them could be exploring our exhibits right now.

It is the duty of every science center to ensure that our experiences launch visitors on a journey to find their true potential. By presenting activities designed to encourage skill building, creativity and critical thinking, science centers are supporting formal education and helping propel people on a journey that could lead all the way to the cosmos. The sky is no longer the limit.

Sincerely,

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SCIENCE IN OUR LIVES

LOCKHEED MARTIN ENSURES WE ARE PREPAR3D! Just over a year ago, Orlando Science Center, in a partnership with the Office of Naval Research, revealed a revolutionary new exhibit to kick off Otronicon v.13. Since then, the Flight Lab has “trained” more than 5,000 guests, with real flight simulations. As a steadfast supporter of Orlando Science Center since its inception, Lockheed Martin recently donated the latest version of their simulation software, Prepar3d, to commemorate the one year anniversary of our Flight Lab.

schools. “Our hope is that this program inspires people to pursue STEM and aviation-related opportunities in both their education and their careers,” said JoAnn Newman, president and CEO of Orlando Science Center.

Lockheed Martin’s donation of this upgraded software continues to enable the Science Center to provide cutting-edge learning experiences for older youth and adults during STEM-

Referred to by a recent guest as “the best exhibit in the building,” the Flight Lab allows visitors to virtually climb into the cockpit and learn how to fly, navigate, communicate and collaborate. Each of the 13 stations use an Oculus Rift head-mounted display unit to provide a fully immersive flight experience. Various missions and tasks teach guests and students critical skills in aviation and engineering.

Flight Lab creates a fun and engaging learning experience for our visitors. Inspirational real-world mission scenarios teach STEM concepts and develop critical communication, decisionmaking, and team building. Developed as an experience for ages 13 and up, the Flight Lab is one recent effort on behalf of Orlando Science Center to further cultivate our older youth and adult audience.

Last summer, the Science Center launched an aviationthemed camp called “Aviation Adventures.” This program, with support from a Jet Blue grant, provided need-based free tuition to 13 girls from local area Title I middle and high

focused programming and special events. Orlando Science Center is immensely grateful to have received this donation from Lockheed Martin so our visitors and students can use the same flight training software that is used to teach real pilots. To take your turn in the cockpit, check out www.osc.org/flight-lab/ for the latest Flight Lab workshop schedule!

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Traveling Exhibit: May 25 – September 2 Turtle Power! After three decades of battling evil and exemplifying teamwork, the beloved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) will make waves this summer at Orlando Science Center! The four funny “heroes in a half shell” will share life lessons, team-building skills, and their crime-fighting tactics in Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles™: Secrets of the Sewer™.

Be transported to the underground home of the crime-fighting heroes to see what really happens in their secret hideaway. Meet TMNT brothers Leonardo (the tactical, courageous leader in blue), Michelangelo (the free-spirited jokester in orange), Raphael (the tough guy in red), and Donatello (the scientist and technological genius in purple) as they invite you to their New York City sewer lair to train and learn.

The Turtles are known and respected for their teamwork.

As the TMNT’s sensei and adoptive father Splinter often tells them, “Together there is nothing you cannot accomplish.”Through team-building challenges, collaborative games and mind-teasing puzzles, visitors will learn how to work as a team while completing mental and physical challenges like assembling electrical circuit puzzles, navigating a rope

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maze, practicing ninja speed and slicing skills while playing a dexterity-based computer game, shredding up, and practicing your balance on skateboards, and more!

So, put on your bandanas, eat a slice of pizza and get ready to work together to defeat evil! Whether you come with friends, family, or wannabe ninjas, you’ll put the strength of your teamwork and cooperation skills to the test. Your crew will be sure to walk away with a bond just as strong as the one between these supercool, super-powered heroes!

Congratulations, team. You’re now ready to defeat evil — together!

FILMS & SHOWS

GET INSPIRED TO EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS! EDUCATIONAL CineDome Apollo 11 Great Bear Rainforest Oceans: Our Blue Planet Amazon Adventure Digital Adventure Theater Superpower Dogs 3D

Superpower Dogs 3D Now Playing

Discover the awe-inspiring superpowers and courage of our most devoted companions...

DOGS! Superpower Dogs 3D introduces you to some of the most extraordinary canines from around the world.

Dig through an avalanche with a rescue canine, save endangered species in Africa with a dynamic duo and make waves with a furry surf instructor. Narrated by Chris Evans, learn the science behind these amazing feats and what makes your own four-legged friend a superhero!

Backyard Wilderness 3D Planet Power 3D

HOLLYWOOD Dumbo How to Train a Dragon: Hidden World 3D Pokemon Detective Pikachu The Secret Life of Pets 2 3D Toy Story 4 3D

Apollo 11

Premieres July 1 Timed to the 50th anniversary of NASA’s celebrated Apollo 11 mission, Apollo 11: First Steps Edition is a thrilling cinematic experience that showcases the real-life moments of humankind’s first steps on the moon.

With never-before-seen 70mm footage and a trove of newly discovered audio recordings, director Todd Douglas Miller reconstructs the exhilarating final moments of preparation, liftoff, landing and return of this historic mission—one of humanity’s greatest achievements and the first to put men on the moon.

Captain Marvel 3D First Man Avengers: Endgame 3D

Film schedule varies daily and is subject to changes. For upcoming film and show schedules, please visit osc.org/theaters.

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MEMBERS

MEET THE TEAM! There’s a team of dedicated professionals here to assist you with your membership needs.

Lisa has been with Orlando Science Center for almost four years, and now oversees the Membership and Guest Services teams.

Originally from the United Kingdom, she enjoys endless cups of tea, crying at This Is Us, and spending time with her two young children.

Originally from Michigan, Heaven came to Orlando as a member of AmeriCorps VISTA. Heaven has been the Member Relations Coordinator at OSC since September, overseeing our large Science for All membership program, as well as printing, managing and mailing out the membership cards for OSC members like you! You can even see Heaven interacting with the Central Florida community at events spreading the word about the Science Center.

Many of you may recognize Travis’ smiling face from the OSC Guest Services team. His favorite part of his new role as the Member Relations Lead is building relationships with our members and guests. When he’s not busy making membership magic, Travis enjoys gardening and working in his yard.

From left to right: Lisa Robbins, Heaven Barlow and Travis Toot If there is anything our Member Relations team can help you out with, please email OSCMembership@osc.org and Lisa, Heaven or Travis will be happy to assist!

We are proud to announce that Orlando Science Center is among the 30 finalists for the 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service!

The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to the community.

For 25 years, the award has celebrated institutions that demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service and are making a difference for individuals, families, and communities.

This is our third year as a finalist, and we know we could not have done it without the support and enthusiasm of our entire community. Being recognized by IMLS as a finalist for the National Medal is just as much a celebration for all of Central Florida, as it is for Orlando Science Center.

Without our community, and its wonderful people, this honor never would have been possible.

If you want to share your favorite memory or story at OSC, tag us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter and please also use the hashtag #IMLSMedals! We look forward to hearing from you. We will let you know if we won when winners are announced late this summer.

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Promoting Learning Amongst Youth: Lessons to learn in KidsTown “Play is the highest form of research” - Albert Einstein Orlando Science Center’s mission of inspiring science learning for life applies to even our youngest scientists! You may be all too familiar with the dreaded ‘Why?’ stage of childhood, and the under seven crowd are certainly capable of asking some real head-scratchers. We know that children have a natural curiosity, and nurturing that love of learning can help set them on a path for success.

In our early childhood exhibit, KidsTown, there are lessons to be learned everywhere. Here, we’ll explore some discussion topics that you can use to enhance the educational impact of your KidsTown visit. Even if you don’t know the exact answer to all of those inevitable ‘Why?’ questions, it’s valuable to talk about possibilities together. Children will see that, while grownups don’t have all the answers, you both can learn more about the world in which we live.

Here are some conversation starters for your time in KidsTown:

• At the sorting station, sort ripe and unripe oranges.

How many ripe (orange) oranges do you count? How many unripe (green) oranges do you count? Are there more ripe or unripe oranges in our Orange Grove?

• At the packing station, you can pull one lever at a time to move the oranges up the ramp. What do you think will happen if you pull two levers at once?

What happens if you pull three or more at once?

What do you notice?

• The plants that we eat need a few things to grow big and healthy – can you think of anything that’s important for plants in a farm or garden to have? What do you think would happen if the plants didn’t have those things?

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Your heart does an important job in your body. Do you know what job your heart does?

Test your heart rate. What do you think will happen to your heartbeat as you climb and play?

Do you notice any differences in how your body feels after playing or working hard? Test your heart rate again - is anything different?

Think about the job your heart does. Why do you think your heart rate is different now?

• Use the blue panels to create a path for the water.

If we make a thin pathway, do you think the water will flow faster or slower? What if we make a wide pathway?

• How do you think we can get the water to flow in a different direction? Are there any tools we can use?

Let’s try that together and see what happens!

• I’m noticing that some of the toys in this area float, and others sink. I wonder why that is. What do you think?

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VOLUNTEER THIS SCHOOL YEAR

Orlando Science Center is looking for students ages 13–17 (18 if still in high school) to support us in our mission to inspire science learning for life!

The Catalyst Youth Volunteer Program is a unique way for students to learn critical 21st century skills, such as collaboration, critical thinking and cultural awareness that are needed for them to navigate potential challenges they may face when entering college and our modern workforce. Through our Catalyst Youth Volunteer program, students become increasingly engaged and comfortable with STEM and workforce related skills they need to succeed.

During the school year we invite first-time applicants to join our Youth Event and Exhibit Hall Team.

Students receive training to become knowledgeable about the content taught within our exhibits, and how to become effective communicators of scientific information to the museum’s 670,000+ visitors.

Along with volunteering, Orlando Science Center offers a premier teen engagement program.

Catalyst Academy, Catalyst Internship, and Catalyst Scholars is a three-tiered program designed for teen development, supporting students ages 13-17.

In the Catalyst Academy, students build STEM and 21-Century skills through a series of engaging workshops. Upon successful completion of the Academy, students are able to apply for the Catalyst Summer Internship where they gain enrichment with a deeper dive into project-based learning.

Interns are exposed to a variety of STEM career options through collaborative mentoring teams at Orlando Science Center, research-based field trips through a partnership with UCF, and field trips to other community partners. The third tier, Catalyst Scholars, gives students the opportunity to focus on specific STEM content and how the Orlando Science Center engages our community through science education. Our mission in this endeavor is to build and strengthen the STEM career pipeline for the future.

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For more information and to apply for the Catalyst Youth Volunteer Program, visit: www.osc.org/youth-volunteers.

Applicants are also required to submit one (1) Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, coach, music instructor, religious leader, etc.

Please contact the Volunteer Resources Department to answer any additional questions at volunteer@osc.org.

THANK YOU! Orlando Science Center would like to offer our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make the 9th annual Science of Wine Fundraiser a magical night! Your contribution helps us to inspire science learning for life.

We would also like to offer our deepest appreciation to our sponsors and food partners. Without you, we would not have been able to make this night the success that it was - or dine on decadent dishes!

Event Sponsors

Practical thinking for a connected world.

ORLANDO

Food Partners

Above and Beyond is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions in association with Boeing and in collaboration with WWW.OSC.ORG NASA and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

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CALENDAR

MAY

JUNE

MESSY SCIENCE MONTH

MAKER MONTH

Experience the gooey, slimy, and messy month of May, featuring fun, hands-on science activities that let you get your mess on! The month comes to a dramatic and messy crescendo during Mess Fest, our annual celebration of activities that are colorful, fun, and most of all... messy!

We’re celebrating the National Month of Making and the one year anniversary of The Hive: A Makerspace presented by The Isaacs Family. All month long, learn new maker skills that will last a lifetime, find out what it takes to be a maker, and meet the local community of skilled craftspeople showcasing their incredible creations.

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SUNDAY Sensory Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

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SUNDAY Last Day For Above and Beyond presented by Boeing

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WEDNESDAY Summer Camp Info Session

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THURSDAY Inspire Science Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY Mess Fest SATURDAY Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewers Opens Sponsored by Nemours Children’s Health System Member-Only Preview 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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SATURDAY Science Night Live!

(21+ Only) 8:00 – 11:30 p.m.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY Bank of America Weekend SATURDAY Summer Camp Open House 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY Bank of America Weekend SATURDAY World Ocean’s Day Presented by SeaWorld Parks & Resorts

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY Make Fest

OPEN EVERY DAY! JUNE 5 – AUGUST 7 Closed Wednesdays will resume August 14, 2019, but Orlando Science Center will remain open to the public the first Wednesday of every month.

All events subject to change

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ASTRONOMY MONTH

PALEONTOLOGY MONTH

Blast off into a month of fun, space-themed activities as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and first moonwalk! Don’t miss out-of-this-world space activities and programs in Our Planet, evening sky viewing on select nights in the observatory, epic educational space films, and more!

Join us on a journey to discover your favorite creatures of the Cretaceous Period…dinosaurs! Dig up some fun with tours in DinoDigs, hands-on paleontology activities, a prehistoric showcase, special maker activities, and more, all leading up to our Prehistoric Party on August 24 and 25.

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SATURDAY Science Night Live!

(21+ Only) 8:00 – 11:30 p.m.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY Prehistoric Party Weekend

SUNDAY Sensory Sunday 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

JULY 5 – AUGUST 10 Fridays & Saturdays 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.

After-Hours Programming Featuring Films, the Observatory, & More!

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS MESS FEST May 18 & 19 WARNING: Mess Zones Ahead! Color your visit with the brightest and slimiest event to splatter the building. Join in on the mess-making madness and dive into the biggest, messiest, most outrageous activities you can imagine at the Science Center!

WORLD OCEANS DAY Presented by SeaWorld Parks & Resorts June 8 Become protectors of the big blue by celebrating World Oceans Day with OSC! Join us in NatureWorks to learn how you can care for the ocean and inspire change in the world.

MAKE FEST June 15 & 16 We love The Hive: A Makerspace presented by The Isaacs Family as much as you do. That’s why we’re celebrating Maker Fest! Learn firsthand from some incredibly talented craftspeople in our community and discover how you can create your own masterpieces.

MOON FEST July 20 & 21 Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing at Moon Fest!

Discover the wonders of space, engage in space-themed activities like the Mars Landing Egg Drop Challenge and even learn from local astronomers during this out-of-this-world event.

PREHISTORIC PARTY WEEKEND August 24 & 25 Everybody walk the dinosaur! During Prehistoric Weekend, you’ll get up close and personal with real dinosaur fossils and experience dino-mite hands-on activities. Whether you’re a gentle Brachiosaurus or bold T-Rex, you’re sure to have a roaring good time!

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AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR SCIENCE CENTER MAKES A TREMENDOUS IMPACT IN CENTRAL FLORIDA AND BEYOND.

YOU HELP SUPPORT:

ACCESSIBILITY

PUBLIC PROGRAMS

MAINTENANCE & UPKEEP

You break down barriers and provide opportunity for all ages and backgrounds through our Science for All program.

You help provide robust STEM content that connects the entire family through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.

You not only allow us to bring in new, exciting exhibits, but also ensure maintenance and care of your favorite exhibits.

ECONOMIC IMPACT

REACH

STEM PIPELINE

You create prosperity in our community that enhances lives.

You inspire science learning for life for more than 670,000 learners each year.

You are actively building and preparing the STEM workforce for the future.

Double your Investment. Double your Impact.

Many employers offer a matching gifts program for charitable giving by their employees. To determine if your gift is eligible and to extend your gift even further, please email development@osc.org.

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TRY THIS AT HOME

RAINBOW REACTIONS

Create your very own Rainbow Reaction this spring! All you’ll need are a few household items to become a chemist at home!

Science can be used to create a work of art. Discover how simple chemicals react with one another to produce a pastel rainbow reaction!

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MAKE A PREDICTION! • What do you think will happen when you mix together your ingredients?

Think about what you might see, hear, and smell. Do you think the colors will stay separate, or mix together? If you want, you can even write down or draw a picture of your prediction.

DIRECTIONS 1. To get started, find a space in your home that can get a little messy or set up a work space outdoors.

2. Next, place the six clear cups in a row next to each other.

3. Fill each cup with ½ cup of vinegar.

4. Add 2 tablespoons of dish soap to each cup.

5. Stir with a spoon.

6. Now, add 1 tablespoon of liquid watercolor. (different colors for each cup) 7. Stir again with a spoon until combined.

8. Measure out 3 tablespoons of baking soda per cup and add baking soda to each cup.

9. Gently swirl to combine.

10. Watch as the colorful foam builds and overflows from the cups!

AFTER THE EXPERIMENT, THINK DEEPER ABOUT THE REACTIONS YOU SAW! ASK QUESTIONS LIKE:

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• What did you observe as you mixed together your ingredients?

Describe what you heard, saw, and smelled.

• Was your prediction correct? Take a look at what you wrote or drew and talk about things that are the same as well as things that are different between your prediction and your results.

• Did anything in your experiment surprise you?

• What do you think you can change that might make your experiment turn out differently?

Get hands-on with STEM all summer long at Orlando Science Center!

OSC Summer Camps provide an environment that encourages 21st century skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and communication, which are necessary for our children to thrive.

In an age dependent on innovation and creativity, our programs provide children with a platform for cultivating their interests while working collaboratively with their peers.

Summer learning loss sets back many students at the beginning of each school year, but OSC campers are prepared for success after spending their break in an exciting, educational environment! To view the full Summer Camps Guide online or to register, please visit osc.org/summer-camps

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Registration & General Information REGISTER ONLINE • • • •

Visit us online at osc.org/camps Camps should be selected by the grade your child will enter in Fall 2019 Confirmation materials will be provided after completing registration For questions, call us at 407.514.2112

FREE EXTENDED CARE

The Science Center offers extended care from 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at no additional cost. A fee of $1.00 per minute is charged per camper/ per minute after 6:00 p.m.

REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY

Camps may be rescheduled for a $10.00 fee up to two times but no refunds will be processed for rescheduled camps. Refunds will only be issued on cancellation requests made two weeks prior to the start of your camp session. A 20% processing fee is deducted from all refunds. There are no partial refunds for missed days of class.

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parents will have an opportunity to ask questions, register for camp, meet camp staff and explore the classrooms.

ADDITIONAL CAMP INFORMATION • Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Labeling items such as lunch boxes with the camper’s name is highly encouraged. OSC is not responsible for any personal items.

• Program capacities are subject to change.

• OSC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule programs for any reason.

• Individuals requiring special accommodation should submit a written request to classes@osc.org 30 days prior to the start of the camp session.

If you have any questions about the essential functions listed above, please contact us at 407.514.2112. We would be happy to talk to you about your camper’s specific needs.

WHY ARE CAMPS BROKEN DOWN BY GRADE LEVELS?

Orlando Science Center Summer Camps have been designed to provide our campers with a fun, safe and developmentally appropriate program. To promote teamwork and provide the best experience for all campers, please register children for camps offered to the grade level they will enter in Fall 2019. OSC reserves the right to move campers into camps appropriate for their grade level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A CAMPER We want every camper’s experience at camp to be positive and memorable.

To provide that experience, campers should be able to: • Move independently from place to place • Have effective interactions in our group-based environment (ex. buddy systems, group projects, etc.)

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• Take care of their own personal needs • Abide by the Camper Behavior Expectation Agreement (K – 9 campers)

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

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Preschool* Programs

*Preschool is a DCF licensed center C09OR0729

MIX IT UP!

May 27 – 31 Prepare concoctions using a pinch of kitchen science and a dash of chemistry.Together, we will create all kinds of slimy, fizzy, colorful creations with everyday materials as we investigate solids, liquids and gases. Put your safety goggles on and get ready for messy fun.

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SEED, SOIL, SUN

OUR BIG BACKYARD

June 3 – 7 What do we need to have a garden grow? Can plants grow without soil or water? Let’s explore how we use different methods, tools and experiments to grow fruits, vegetables and plants in our world.

INVISIBLE FORCES

June 10 – 14 Join us as we investigate the science you can’t see – gravity, static electricity, magnetism and sound to name a few. Using simple machines, everyday objects, and STEM resources, we’ll explore and observe these invisible forces.

I’M A WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST June 17 – 21 Explore the different animals and their habitats that make up the wondrous world – planet Earth. Join the OSC wildlife team as we investigate similarities and differences in the ecosystems, collect data and use science tools. Don’t forget your binoculars and journal.

MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE June 25 – 29 Check out classic nursery rhymes and explore the science behind the stories… like what happened to Humpty Dumpty’s shell? After Jack and Jill went up a hill, why did they tumble down? And more!

July 1 – 5 Prepare to blast off as we venture into outer space with the stars, Sun, moon and planets. Buckle up in the OSC rocket ship as we count stars, explore constellations, journey to other planets and check out our own planet Earth.

July 8 – 12 Using binoculars, bird guides and other exploration tools, we’ll check out our big backyard and learn who shares our space.

We’ll explore the environments of birds, insects, animals and plants and discover where they live, eat, and more!

OH THE PLACES WE’LL GO! July 15 – 19 Ready, set, go! Working together we will set off on an adventure around the world using different modes of transportation, exploring the sights, sounds, natural wonders and cultures we encounter. Pack your passport and backpack for one exciting trip.

MY BODYWORKS

July 22 – 26 What would happen if we didn’t have any muscles or bones to support us? What’s under our fingernails or lives on our skin? Is our heart shaped like a heart? Along with our five senses, we will explore how our body works to keep us fit, healthy and together.

OCEAN EXPLORERS AHOY! July 29 – Aug. 2 Get ready for some sun, sand, and surf as we explore the ocean waters around us. What animals, plants, habitats are in the water? Why is it salty? What’s the difference between a fish and a whale? Let’s explore what happens under the water!

Kindergarten Programs LEGO-OLOGY

May 27 – 31 Let your imagination run wild while creating cars, buildings, and more.Test the basic principles of engineering as you work together to plan the ultimate LEGO city. LEGO is a registered trademark of the LEGO

OCEAN EXPLORERS June 10 – 14, August 5-9 Put on your scuba gear and dive deep into the underwater world of the ocean. From jellyfish that glow to underwater volcanoes, you’ll never guess what we’ll find under the sea!

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HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DINOSAUR June 3 – 7, July 15-19 What would it be like if you had a dinosaur as a pet? What would it eat? Where would it sleep? Could it play catch? Explore the world of dinosaurs and learn about what it would have taken to keep one as a pet.

MINI BUILDERS

June 17 – 21, July 22-26 Do you have what it takes to be a mini builder? Grab your hard hat and explore your creative side as we engineer a flying machine, design and build a playground and much more. If you can imagine it, you can build it!

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Kindergarten Programs ADVENTUROUS ADAPTATIONS

June 24 – 28 Have you ever wondered why a zebra has stripes? Or why an alligator has so many teeth? Get answers to these questions and more as we become junior biologists and explore the exciting world of animal adaptations!

ALL PAWS ON DECK

July 1-5 Grab your Pup Pack, we’re spending the day with the Paw Patrol! Help Marshall put out fires, fly with Skye, and save the day using recycled fixes with Rocky. Explore how all kinds of people and pups use science to make our lives better.

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Grades 1 – 2 Programs

June 24 – 28 Cowabunga dude! Test your creativity as we create an invention like Donatello, conquer puzzles like Leonardo and become a team-leader like Master Splinter. We will explore the Secrets of the Sewers exhibit and learn about real turtle adaptations!

WICKED REACTIONS

May 27 – 31 Crash! Boom! Bang! Science is anything but boring. From dazzling chemical reactions like a CO2 sandwich to physical reactions like liquid nitrogen, this camp will be sure to get the right reaction out of you – science rules!

TURTLE POWER!

SCIENCE OF ANGRY BIRDS

PET VETS

May 27 – 31, July 22-26 Having a pig problem? We’ll build catapults to bring a pig fort crashing down! Test changes to make your projectile fly higher and faster, and finish up the week with a class competition!

June 10 – 14, June 24 – 28 What do you do when a crocodile has a toothache? How do you check a shark’s pulse? Spend a week in vet school and learn how veterinarians make our furry (and scaly) friends feel better when they get sick.

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WHO LOVES ROBOTS? WE DO! May 27 – 3, July 1 – 5, July 22 – 26, August 5 – 9 Test your STEM skills by building a chomping alligator and a rocking boat, all from LEGO Education WeDo® robotics! Discover the basic principles of robotics by putting gears, levers and wheels to work.

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POKÉMON EVOLVE

June 17 – 21, July 8 – 12 Explore the animals and environments that inspired Pokémon.

Master the skills you’ll need to create your own fantastic creatures and go on a fun scavenger hunt to complete your own pokédex and catch ‘em all!

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Grades 3 – 4 Programs ROBOT REVOLUTION: VEX VS MINDSTORM

READY? SET? CREATE!

May 27 – 31 Bring robots to life! We’ll learn the basics of robotic design and programming, then put our robots to work performing tasks and solving problems.

May 27 – 31, July 1 – 5 With imagination as your guide, campers will design, test, and build their own creations! Explore The Hive: A Makerspace and learn what being a maker or inventor is all about with projects like wearable tech and 3Doodler creations.

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Grades 3 – 4 Programs OUR WORLD OF MINECRAFT

July 1 – 5 Bring the world of Minecraft to life one block at a time while defending your creation from Creepers. We’ll explore gravity and test how the physics of this compelling game compares with the world around us.

SPACE MADNESS

June 24 – 28 Are you mad for space science? Come help us learn about our place in space! What force controls the planets, moons, and asteroids? How does our sun provide energy for living things?

Learn that and more during this out-of-this-world camp.

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CODING CADETS

July 22 – 26 Learn to create your own virtual stories and adventures stepby-step through a variety of popular, new coding programs! We’ll explore the secrets of binary code, solve fascinating puzzles, and program our friends.

Grades 5 – 6 Programs NATUREWORKS NATURALISTS May 27 – 31, July 1 – 5 Become a NatureWorks Ambassador! Help develop an exhibit expansion; see how chemistry, physics and biology play a major role in the care of animals; and explore the world of animal husbandry by training tortoises.

NEXT FOOD STAR June 10 – 14, July 29 – August 2 Are you the next food star or are you on the chopping block? Test your culinary skills and learn how chefs, cooks, and everyday people use chemistry to prepare food while working as a team to create your own mini-cooking show!

SCI-FI JEDI

June 3 – 7, July 15 – 19 Discover how futuristic, science fiction technologies are becoming a reality by becoming a SciFi Jedi! Explore the science behind the force, lightsabers, droids, and other technologies of tomorrow.

Join us, young padawan!

EXPRESS YOUR TECH

3D MODELING

DISSECT, DECONSTRUCT, DISCOVER

June 24 – 28, July 22 – 26 Watch your own creations grow right before your eyes using realworld rendering technology and 3D printers to create a model.

We’ll also discover how STEM professionals are using modeling software and 3D printers to improve our lives.

August 5 – 9 Come express yourself and become a master maker as we dive into the world of DIY! Explore wearable tech and 3D printing in The Hive: A Makerspace, create your own arcade game and discover what being a maker is all about.

July 8 – 12 Ever wonder what’s inside the things around you? Roll up your sleeves and delve into the guts of everything from toasters to sheep hearts. Learn how things are constructed by dissecting them!

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Grades 7 – 9 Programs

AUGMENT YOUR REALITY

June 3 – 7 Have you ever wondered how SnapChat filters or VR headsets change our perception of reality? Check out the world of simulation as we explore how the fields of healthcare, aviation and exploration use this technology to improve our lives and expand our understanding of our universe.

AVIATION ADVENTURES

EXPEDITION FLORIDA

STOP MOTION ANIMATION July 1-5 Like ParaNorman and The Nightmare Before Christmas,” we’ll bring everyday objects to life using animation technology and stop-motion cameras! Your film will premiere on the big screen at the OSC Short Film Festival.

June 10 – 14 Embark on a freshwater journey through Florida’s interactive river and spring system. Experience Florida’s fascinating freshwater ecology with an unforgettable nighttime bioluminescent kayak tour and an OSC overnight.

June 17 - 21 Let’s fly! Learn how planes, helicopters, and drones lift off then become a pilot and guide your aircraft safely through the skies using aeronautical technologies, including OSC’s Flight Lab. Sit back, relax, and get ready for takeoff.

SURVIVAL SCIENCE RISE OF THE MACHINES

June 24 – 28 Come explore how we can continue to adapt and thrive in the extreme weather and global challenges facing humanity using modeling software, engineering solutions, and basic survival techniques. Learn about the impact and technologies required to overcome challenges from monster hurricanes and tornados to clean drinking water.

July 30 – August 3 Use modeling software, engineering solutions, and basic survival techniques to learn how humans adapt and thrive in extreme conditions.

FORENSIC FILES

August 6 – 10 Analyze physical evidence, find hidden fingerprints, take shoe impressions, analyze hair and fiber samples and examine DNA. Through scientific observation, measurement, deduction and prediction, you will be able to close this case within a week!

NEW!

OSC SUMMER CAMP PREMIER PASS Campers registered for three or more camps are eligible for the new Orlando Science Center Summer Camp Premier Pass! For only $30 per camper, skip the Monday morning registration line and utilize our curb side drop off at Entrance B all week long. With this one-time fee, Premier Passholders are issued 3 pick-up passes per qualifying camper valid for the duration of summer camp.

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SUPPORT

ADVENTURES IN SCIENCE, ART, & THEATER JUNE 3RD – 7TH MEMBER: $280

GENERAL PUBLIC: $310

Discover the unique relationship between science, theater arts, and visual arts! This collaborative camp starts and ends each day at Orlando Science Center and includes daily sessions at Orlando Shakespeare Theater and Orlando Museum of Art. During this week-long experience, campers will explore how science and art overlap in an exploration of Florida history, storytelling, dance, artworks and ecosystems.

JUNE 10 - 14 Grades K - 2 JUNE 17 - 21

Grades 3 - 5

JUNE 24 - 28 Grades K - 2 JULY 8 - 12

Grades K - 2

JUNE 15 - 19

Grades 3 - 5

JULY 22 - 26 Grades K - 2 JULY 29 AUG. 2

Grades 3 - 5

Weekly programs for students in Grades K-5 are available during select weeks June through August.

Enjoy a summer of interactive camp themes designed and taught by Orlando Science Center educators, now conveniently located in Dr. Phillips.

Limited space available!

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For complete program descriptions or to register online, visit rosenjcc.org/camp

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HELPING US GROW

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We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to Northrop Grumman for their support of our Mobile Digital Planetarium. Bringing astronomy, the stars, and space directly to five Central Florida Title I schools and community centers has enabled Orlando Science Center Educators to reach youth from low-income families while educating, inspiring, and providing a stellar experience for more than 500 students and teachers. Thank you, Northrop Grumman, for enriching the lives of youth and bringing STEM within reach!

Orlando Science Center and the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County have been chosen by the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) as recipients of their 2019 collaborative grant.Their generous award to our early childhood learning initiative, Ignite Discovery, will enable us to enhance STEM learning of young children from lowincome households as we provide professional development training for early childhood teachers and caregivers over the course of three years. Community partners like OMYF that support important STEM learning programs, help contribute to a more equitable future for children in Central Florida.

Orlando Science Center is proud to announce that the Office of Naval Research (ONR) has chosen to award OSC, in partnership with GBL Systems Corporation and TEQGames, a generous grant supporting interactive STEM learning experiences at the Science Center. This support will develop the FutureOrb for STEM Learning project utilizing Beacon Technology to be installed in select areas of the Science Center. This project will enhance visitors’ STEM learning and exposure to USMC and Naval applications of the technology. We are immensely grateful for the wonderful partnership we have with ONR and truly appreciate the commitment they have to bringing engaging and relevant STEM content to the public.

We would like to extend our gratitude to the United Arts of Central Florida as an integral partner in helping us meet our mission and ensuring the Science Center’s operational success. Most recently, United Arts has awarded the Science Center with a general operating grant. Their support enables us to reach learners of all ages in our local community through impactful projects and exciting events. Thank you, United Arts, for your dedication to the Central Florida community!

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As we celebrate the one year anniversary of The Hive: A Makerspace presented by the Isaacs Family, we can’t help but be inspired! The Hive is a collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring, and sharing; where you have access to real tools, materials and mentors that turn your creative ideas into reality.

We recognize all of this wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of the Isaacs Family!

“The Isaacs Family Trust has chosen to continue their support for the Orlando Science Center for numerous reasons. The passion and enthusiasm OSC exudes has left a lasting impression. We have built an excellent rapport and share the same outlook on investing in children to help them reach their fullest potential. We support The Hive for the advanced ability to create and still have fun.”

- Steve Isaacs

CREATING PROSPERITY IN CENTRAL FLORIDA Orlando Science Center wouldn’t be where we are today without the generosity and leadership of Ginny and Robert Finfrock.

For over 10 years, Ginny and Robert have been steadfast supporters dedicated to STEM education and building the STEM pipeline in Central Florida. Not only have they generously invested their resources in the Science Center, but Robert, as a former chair of the Orlando Science Center board of trustees, also played a large role in building a strategic framework that lead us to where we are today.

Our guiding purpose at Orlando Science Center is to “create prosperity in our community.” Ginny and Robert Finfrock understand that we must prepare the next generation of leaders to ensure a successful and prosperous future in Central Florida and beyond.

“My goal is to equip our future leaders with STEM knowledge, ultimately helping the overall prosperity of our community,” said Robert Finfrock.

Ginny and Robert invest their time and resources today for a brighter tomorrow. Thank you, Ginny and Robert!

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Corporate Volunteers We have the cause. You have the effect.

Orlando Science Center’s corporate volunteers carry out our mission to inspire science learning for life. Whether directly interacting with guests or working hard behind-the-scenes, every volunteer plays a critical part in contributing to our success. From engaging with guests in our exhibits halls, to special event support, educational preparation and everything in between, there is sure to be an opportunity that aligns with your interests and leaves a lasting impact!

Your corporation benefits through volunteering because you…

• Create the future workforce of innovators and problem solvers • Help your corporation be regarded as an ideal corporate citizen • Improve and diversify the community’s economic prosperity • Create team building opportunities for your employees …And much more!

For more information or to arrange a corporate volunteer experience, please contact us at volunteer@osc.org or 407.514.2070.

Thank you to our 2019 Corporate Partners for investing in our community to provide engaging science learning for all!

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We want to hear how the Science Center has impacted your life! Whether you visited once or have grown up here, share how you’ve been inspired by science through your experiences at OSC. Share what OSC means to you by emailing story@osc.org.

My family and I are so grateful for the Science for All membership.

It gave us a place to come as a family and to spend quality time together with learning, exploration, discovery, and excitement.

Without the membership we would not be able to afford this time together as a family. Thank you!

- Science for All Family

@andy_storch Daddy daughter date night at the movies.

What I love about volunteering here is seeing all the guests interacting with the exhibits. In a way, it’s like art to me with each exhibit hall having its own purpose and seeing the guests react in amazement. What makes it so much better though is that this art is interactive and can teach you about fundamental topics that we learned when we were younger. This art is science.

- Science Center Volunteer

@ndolce0 Fall! Fall! Fall!

For a chance to be featured in the next issue of SCOPE, use the hashtag #OSCmember on Instagram! @ernixon3 En garde! Making memories and armor in The Hive.

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Renew Your Membership Early and Save on a Summer of Science!

If you need a break from the thunderstorms, heat and humidity of Summer, Orlando Science Center will be open daily all summer long with extended hours on select Friday and Saturday evenings and hands-on summer camps available during the week!

Renew your membership early and save 10% on another year of science learning and fun! New memberships will activate on your expiration date — don’t let your membership lapse and miss out on a single day at OSC!

Email oscmembership@osc.org or call 407.514.2158 to renew today!