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Newsletter: Winter 2022
There have been some big changes at SOF, but we look forward to continuing to work with you. We are excited to share some of our successes and plans ahead.
STEM Program News
Next Generation Science Events
Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are well complimented by California’s innovative Environmental Principals and Concepts (EP&C). Project-based and problem-based learning (PBL) supports the dynamic integration of NGSS’s disciplinary core ideas, cross-cutting...
Distance Learning Resources for STEM Engagement
Animals The San Diego Zoo’s Global Academy brings wild animal investigations to K-12 digital classrooms by providing educators free access to their animal learning modules. Biomimicry Examples of design solutions from Biomimicry Institute will support educators in...
Community Education Partners and Citizen Science Projects for Outdoor & Environmental Science Distance Learning
Outdoor environmental education and distance learning on laptops seem diametrically opposed. K-12 teachers throughout California have always relied on community education partners for getting students into nature and interacting with flora and fauna during field...
Synopsys Outreach Foundation News
Synopsys Outreach Foundation’s 20th Anniversary
In honor of our 20th anniversary, the Synopsys Outreach Foundation has put together a video highlighting our core programs and achievements. Katherine Houston is a Bay Area leader in Corporate Social Responsibility. Over the past decade, she has held a variety of...
Message from the President – August 1, 2019
Dear Students,
You are among the brightest young minds in California – future scientists, inventors, humanitarians, engineers, and CEOs.
While some will advance to state and international competitions through this process, every one of you, through your months of hard work and research, have achieved something incredible by just participating in your school’s science/STEM fair.
Synopsys Outreach Foundation in the News
Gentry Magazine – Nov 4, 2020
A Synchronous Solution
Synopsys Outreach Foundation works with RAFT and Santa Clara County Office of Education to get kits distributed at meal distribution sites at Title I schools.
NBC – Aug 1, 2019
Synopsys Silicon Valley Science & Technology Outreach Foundation Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Launches Campaign to Honor STEM Teachers in the San Francisco Bay Area
