School Affiliate Member

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As a result of being active in chemical education at primary and secondary school level the RACI has developed a school affiliate membership to assist schools in the provision of chemistry education.

As an RACI School Affiliate the school, teachers and students all benefit, with access to educational resources and the latest knowledge and information, and an invaluable opportunity to find out more about the chemistry profession through networking with other RACI members.

BENEFITS

ACCESS TO CHEMISTRY EXPERTS

School visits by Chemistry Experts to present and demonstrate on chemistry practice

ANNUAL LECTURES

Annual regional lecture series to inspire an interest in chemistry and related sciences

QUIZZES AND COMPETITIONS

Access to theoretical and practical competitions including the RACI’s ANCQ, titration and crystal growing at reduced rates*

SUBSCRIPTION TO CHEMISTRY IN AUSTRALIA

Monthly issues of Chemistry in Australia, the RACI’s member magazine

RACI WEBSITE AND EMAIL ALERTS

Stay up-to-date on research, international news, CPD, education and more through the RACI website and email-alerts.

EDUCATION RESOURCES

Free copy of “Let’s Experiment” book published by CSIRO, and access to resources and education aids to promote the importance of chemistry in society

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR TEACHERS

PD Tracking and support for those aiming to reach Chartered (CChem) status

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Eligibility for National, State and Divisional Teaching Awards

CAREERS ADVICE

Information and advice to support career and Further Education choices

RACI CONFERENCES

Student days at RACI conferences with access to industry exhibitors, and the opportunity to network with chemistry professionals

INDUSTRY OUTREACH

Outreach programs for students to gain industry experience with RACI’s Industry Affiliate Members

ELIGIBILITY

RACI School Affiliate Membership costs $190 p.a.

School teachers who are full members (MRACI and above) of the RACI will receive a 50% discount on membership if their school is an affiliate member.

*RACI School Affiliate Members will receive a refund cheque from the RACI to the value of 10% of the fees paid for students participating in any RACI organised school competition. The refunded amount must be used for science based activities.