April Catalyst Update
MST OPEN HOUSE for incoming 9th graders and their families: On April 21 at 6:00-7:30pm in the auditorium, MST teachers, MST students, and Catalysts board members will be available to provide insight and answer questions for the incoming 9th graders. The program will start with a short introduction and will continue with a Q & A session. Spirit wear will be available.
CPK FUNDRAISER: Please support the Catalysts and the MST magnet and enjoy dinner at California Pizza Kitchen at Oxmoor Mall on May 16, 4:30-9:00pm. A great night to visit with family and friends especially since there is no school the next day! Please download and bring in this flyer.
NEXT YEAR’S PROPOSED CATALYSTS BOARD:
President- Ann Schwartz
1st Vice President- Maureen Brekka
2nd Vice President- Keith Robbins
Secretary- Barbara Coffield
Treasurer- Mike Morgan
Parliamentarian- Vidya Ravichandran
Election of the board will take place at next Catalysts Board meeting in the 3rd floor teacher’s lounge on Tuesday May 10, 12:50pm.
PI DAY DESSERTS: Thank you to all of the families that donated pies for Pi Day. All of the teachers and staff enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate the day! Also, thank you to the Mays Family for donating the coffee from Heine Brothers.
CLUB SPOTLIGHT- Manual Science Review (MSR)
Student Leadership: Harsha Paladugu (Editor), Editorial Board: Matthew Raj, Mukund Venkatakrishnan, Manasa Sunkara, Kevin Tien, and Sophie Lai
Teacher Sponsors: Glenn Zwanzig, Bob Baar
- What is the mission of Manual Science Review?
The Manual Science Review is a student-run online publication that aims to inspire, improve, and highlight high quality scientific research undertaken by high school students. The Review will facilitate the exchange of knowledge and ideas among students, teachers, and the research community at large.
- What are the requirements to become a MSR Club member?
There are no “formal” requirements to become a member of the Manual Science Review. Members (and non-members) can participate in our publication, seminars and lectures. We are always on the look out for motivated individuals seeking to join our editorial board and further our mission.
- How many students are there in the MSR Club this school year?
Our seminars and lectures had a great turn-outs. You can learn more about the seminars we have conducted at manualscireview.org! In addition, our workshop at Stopher elementary was fully-booked and students had a blast!
- What activities have members been involved in over the past few months?
In addition to seminars and lectures aimed at promoting student research and interest, the Manual Science Review has conducted workshops at Stopher elementary to expose students to the scientific method. In addition, we are currently launching a publication aimed at highlighting student research which will publish student research and current scientific trends.
- What are some goals for the rest of the year?
Our primary goal for the rest of the school year is to publish our publication with the phenomenal student research that happens at Manual and in our local community.
- Why do you think students should consider becoming members of the MSR Club?
The Manual Science Review offers a plethora of services and tools to help any student further their scientific research and interests. Our publication offers a great platform for fledgling scientists and engineers alike to present their work in a formal peer-reviewed setting. In addition, we invite professors and other research professionals from around the Louisville community to discuss their experiences and share advice with students.
MANUAL MST TEAM SUCCESSES-
Winner’s Circle Robotics– Just finished a very successful second season as semi-finalists at the Queen’s City Regional FRC Tournament.
Kentucky Junior Academy of Science (KJAS)–
Manual dominated competition at last weekend’s science fair with winning 23 of 27 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishes. Sasank Vishnubhatla, Sophia Lai, JP Gahwyler, and Allison Tu advance to compete at the American Junior Academy of Science in Boston.
IN THE NEWS-
Sanjana Rane participated at the White House Science Fair and presented her science fair research to President Obama. Her presentation begins at 1:47 with a shout out from President Obama to Skip Zwanzig at 1:52.
Mukund Venkatakrishnan was interviewed by local networks and CNN about his work on developing a low cost device used for hearing test and hearing aide.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
April 23…………………………….State SciOly Competition, WKU, Bowling Green, KY
May 18-21…………………………National SciOly Competition, University of Wisconsin
Thank you for your support of our students, staff, and school. Please feel free to email me if you would like to include anything MST related to next month’s Catalysts Newsletter including “MST Team Successes” and “In The News”.
Ann Schwartz
annmerm@gmail.com
Catalysts President