Star Polymers, Space Origami and Singing Finches: The Winners of Our 2nd Annual STEM Writing Contest
From snake venom and egg shells to Alzheimer’s and Covid-19, students explain concepts from the world of science, technology, engineering and math.
Two of our top 11 winners wrote about why sleep is essential for maintaining our brain’s physiological functioning and how it might help prevent dementia. Jocelyn Tan, 15, used this Opinion piece about the glymphatic system as a source for her essay.
Credit.Eiko Ojala
April 29, 2021
Where do scientists and science writers get their ideas? They pay close attention to the world around them and ask questions, then look for answers to the ones that fascinate them most.
Where chef Tawfik Shehata gets to-go curry crab, pan-fried pork buns and massive sandwiches Where chef Tawfik Shehata gets to-go curry crab, pan-fried pork buns and massive sandwiches
We’re asking Toronto chefs and restaurateurs which takeout dishes have been getting them through the pandemic
Having spent over three decades in the restaurant industry, Tawfik Shehata has lead kitchen brigades in busy Financial District spots (Vertical, The Ballroom) to Caribbean resorts. He’s currently the executive chef at the International Centre, a spokesperson for Foodland Ontario and a teacher at George Brown’s Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts
and Humber College’s faculty of business. But somehow, he and his partner, Christine Holloway, found the time to launch a cooking school last year. Julia’s Child offers virtual classes for students of all ages, who are encouraged to make a meal for their family after each session.
CUSD Board sticks to AM/PM model, some parents feel they were not heard
Several parents went in-person and over the phone to advocate for students to fully return to the classroom. CDC guidelines allow for 3-feet distance, but the board made no changes to the school year.
Posted: Apr 8, 2021 12:01 AM
Posted By: Esteban Reynoso
CHICO, Calif. - The Chico Unified School Board decided to stay with the current AM PM model for the rest of the school year for all schools.
Parents are upset that change wasn t made here Wednesday night, they feel the school board did not take into consideration what their children are feeling.