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  • CAST - November 6-9, 2008, Ft. Worth, TX
  • NSTA - March 19-22, 2009, New Orleans, LA
DATE COMPETITION LOCATION
Jan. 22-24, 2009 Texas Junior Science Engineering Humanities Symposium Texas A&M, College Station
Feb. 2-3, 2009 Secondary District Science Fair Plano Centre
Feb. 11-15, 2009 American Junior Academy of Sciences Chicago, IL
Mar. 29-Apr. 1, 2009 Texas State Science and Engineering Fair San Antonio, TX
Apr. 7-8, 2009 The Texas Junior Academy of Sciences Texas A&M, College Station
May 10-16, 2009 International Science and Engineering Fair Reno, NV

LASER club is committed to promoting research and experimentation in the sciences.  This districtwide organization searches out talented youth, encourages participation in science fairs, symposia and other competitive events,  recognizes their accomplishments, and encourages their continued interest and participation in the sciences and engineering. 

Club members participate in a variety of activities including:  local and overnight field trips, lectures by prominent scientists, presenting scientific programs to elementary students, community service projects, and independent research. 

Advantages of membership are:

  • Direct teacher/student interaction
  • Experience in application of science 
  • Awareness of opportunities in science careers 
  • Participation in activities which may increase acceptance and scholarship opportunities at universities.

Membership in LASER is limited.

 

  


Linda Flack, Secondary Science Coordinator
Rita Turner, Technology Specialist

Plano ISD Instructional Center