This time of year brings a lot of anticipation, excitement, and information.
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This time of year brings a lot of anticipation, excitement, and information. Our goal is to guide you and your students with easy-to-understand resources to support you during the first few days, weeks, and even months of the year.


Have you checked out start.amplify.com yet? It includes resources to help you access and use the platform, details on curriculum materials, answers to frequently asked questions, and more. There, you’ll also find the Amplify Science Quick Start page, with loads of resources gathered specifically to help you start strong this year. This page includes temporary login credentials, links to printable versions of curriculum materials, instruction recommendations, and more—all organized for step-by-step guidance.


If you haven’t attended our Back to Basics series, there’s still time to claim your spot! We have two sessions this month, so be sure to register and make the most of this training opportunity as you prepare to head back to the classroom with Amplify Science. Do you have questions for our Amplify product experts and educators? Submit them prior to our Ask the Experts night to ensure they get answered.


To any newsletter newcomers, welcome! Every month we share valuable information regarding your program: updates and announcements, events, practical teaching tips, educator spotlights, and more. This month, if you're looking for a fun and interactive way to get to know your new class, download and print this Get to Know Me sheet for younger students (also available in Spanish) or this sheet for older students (also available in Spanish) for them to fill out as they return for the school year!

Announcements

Apply to join the Amplify Science Teacher Advisors Group!

Join other Amplify Science teachers and provide feedback to the curriculum development teams from UC Berkley’s Lawrence Hall of Science and Amplify on revision plans for our program. We are seeking teachers of all grade levels, all experience levels, and from all kinds of schools. The commitment is 1–2 hours per month from September 2022 through June 2023, and a stipend is provided. Please note that we'll ask you to confirm that receiving the stipend complies with applicable ethics rules in your district. Apply here!

Calendar

Back to Basics

Our Back to Basics series wraps up this month with two more sessions! Whether this is your first or fourth year with Amplify, you’ll discover new insights that will help you maximize your experience. If you missed the first session, you can catch up at start.amplify.com/btb-bonus.


Strengthen: Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6–7 p.m. ET

During this session, we’ll cover assessments, in-lesson support, and differentiation. Plus, you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask live questions!


Ask the Experts: Tuesday, Aug. 23, 6–7 p.m. ET

Join us for an opportunity to learn teacher tips directly from an Amplify Science educator and ask Amplify experts questions in this live Q&A session. Be sure to submit your questions about any elements and features related to Amplify Science in advance!

Spotlight

Rosabelle Ganiaris

Rosabelle Ganiaris

District 24, New York

“My favorite thing about teaching is helping my students discover something new. It's that look of ‘wow’ that gets me every time. Since using Amplify Science, my students are interested and engaged. They especially enjoy uncovering features in the simulation and through the online platform.”

We want to spotlight you next!

Each featured educator will receive a special gift from us.

Advice and answers

How do I assign activities to my students in grades 6–8?

You can assign activities to your middle school students with optional due dates. You have three options for assigning: through Amplify, Google Classroom, and Microsoft Teams. Watch this video to see assigning in action!

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Let's connect

Introduce yourself to fellow educators in our Amplify Science Facebook group! Use this space to ask questions, collaborate, and share what you’re planning for the new school year.

Are you receiving more than one newsletter?

If so, it’s because we have the pleasure of providing you with more than one Amplify program. Each month we’ll share the most important information you need to know based on the program(s) you use.