Brain Day is part of the national Brain Awareness Week, March 9th to 13th. Its main focus is to teach children in grades 4 through 6 about brain injury prevention at an early age, and to spread understanding about the importance of the central nervous system (CNS) for the good functioning of the human body. For 2009, we need 150 volunteers to make the event a success. There will be lots of hands on activities very entertaining for both children and teachers!

Upcoming Dates and Events
Training Session: after reading week; 1-1.5 h in length

Commitment

o 1 day (or more if you wish) during the week of March 9th to 13th, 2008: Most volunteers sign up for at least two
o Presentations are either in the morning or afternoon for half of a school day. AM day starts at 8:15 and PM day starts at 12:15
o $20 deposit as guarantee; the $20 will be refunded following safe return of the materials used during the presentation.
o Format of the presentation: 2 volunteers per classroom. Teaching will be done entirely by the volunteer, with the teacher for the class assisting you in maintaining order, only
o Arrive 15 minutes earlier to the start of the presentation in order to prepare materials in the classroom and familiarize yourself with the overhead and class set-up
o Know the material (which is fun and easy!)

All volunteers will be provided with letters of recognition for their dedication. Volunteering for Brain Day is a fun and easy way to exercise your teaching skills, and to improve your resume!

Those interested, please, e-mail Eva Knifed at neuro.outreach@gmail.com with:
 your full name,
 availability (AM or PM)
 whether or not you have a car.