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Amy posted
My project was part of a multi-disciplinary STEM unit that was primarily implemented in my classroom and that of my fifth grade colleague, Sammy Maynard. The unit was designed to provide our students with the background knowledge and requisite skills necessary to complete a project-based learning activity, designing original inventions to…Read More
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Sam posted
As we begin to close the school year, I can reflect on the impact that I have seen on my students during my first year participating in the ARI grant program. The unit, Engineering Excellence: Innovation for All!, has inspired me to continue the pathway of problem-based learning and STEM education strategies in my classroom. This initial unit…Read More
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Christy posted
Kindergarten Life Science: Link to my ARI Grant Power Point: https://www.dropbox.com/s/726d2rjnggl6ng3/ARI%20Grant%20PowerPoint.pptx?dl=0
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Pat Trotter posted
I am getting more connections to UK’s STEM work – which is funded by mini-grants. This is separate from NxtGen Academy work and is providing some awesome opportunities for teachers which I saw in action yesterday on campus. They have been working with some southeast/southcentral districts to pair teachers with UK researchers as well as industry…Read More
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Angela posted
The 2nd and 3rd grade classes at Jackson Independent School collaborated with community agencies and individuals to learn about life cycles and grow plants in a greenhouse environment. Before the end of the school year, students had transplanted into raised beds, plants that had started from seeds in cups. Each student (about 60 total) took…Read More
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It’s true what they say, “Two heads are better than one!” That sure was true in this project. Thanks for collaborating with me and helping our students bring learning to life! I’m excited to continue working on this project in the fall. Have a great summer. (I’m sure I’ll see you at the garden!)
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Sounds interesting. I think it helps our students to continue to value our land and our connection to the land. Gardening is also just so rewarding and peaceful.