Overview

The South Carolina Coalition for Mathematics & Science (SCCMS) is pleased to offer Duke Energy Science Night resources to K-5 schools in the Duke Energy service area of South Carolina (see map below). The program is returning for the 2022-2023 school year after a highly successful initial launch in 2021-2022. Schools which hosted events during SC STEM Education Month in the Spring of 2022 found the resources to be a great way to engage students and families in the joy of experiencing science and other STEM learning. 
 
In 2022-2023, 40 Duke Energy Science Night kits are being awarded to schools through an application process that includes a review of school need, demographics, and location. The kit includes hands-on activities, a planning guide, activity instructions and materials for up to 200 participants along with planning guidance from SCCMS staff. School events will be scheduled to coincide with the celebration of SC STEM Education Month 2023 (March 14 – April 14).
If you have questions, please contact Tracey Campbell, SCCMS Director of Special Projects by email or phone (843-274-4087).

Kit Contents

What's included with a Duke Energy Science Night Activity Kit?
  • Ten activities aligned with K-5 Science Standards 
  • Activity guides (detailed instructions, explanations of the science, and South Carolina standards connections)
  • Activity supplies (materials for 200 students to perform each of the activities)
  • Planning guide (helpful instructions on how to organize a science event)
  • Unlimited access to downloadable digital resources (including Spanish versions of documents)
  • Promotional materials (including a banner, flyer templates, and give-aways to build excitement)
  • Instructional webinars (including PD for teachers)
  • Email and phone support
  • Cost of materials procurement, packing and shipping
*Kits are produced through a partnership with NCSciFest.

Timeline for 2022-2023

  • October 3 – October 14: Application period for 2023 activity kits now closed
  • October 25: Schools who applied for kits notified of status via email
  • November 15: Selected schools confirm acceptance of kit
  • December 9: Selected schools confirm scheduled date for event
  • January - March : Support webinars offered by SCCMS
  • February: Activity kits ship
  • March 14 – April 14: Schools use kits to host Duke Energy Science Night event in celebration of SC STEM Education Month
  • April 21: Evaluation and feedback due to SCCMS

Past Events

View the impacts of our inaugural, 2022 Duke Energy Science Night event.