[[{“value”:” Use it or lose it. We all know what that means, but do we know what it actually takes when there’s a clock ticking, many competing needs, and fears of funding cliffs? As the new year kicks off, it’s more urgent than ever to focus on that enduring adage–use or lose–when it comes to the billions of American Rescue…
February PTO Meeting
Please join us for our next PTO meeting on Wednesday, February 7th @ 6pm in Ms. Fryzel’s room. We hope you all can make it!
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Education for a sustainable and innovative future through STEM Teaching
CC-BY provided by the author Nelson Mandela said that education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world. Education is a key tool in promoting sustainable development and innovation. The question remains, however, when to start and how to make it happen? From childhood, people start to establish their values, beliefs and aspirations, learning and…
Why STEM Jobs are Good Jobs
5 Reasons Why STEM Jobs are Good Jobs With all this talk about STEM – science, technology, engineering, and math – you might be wondering what is so great about STEM jobs. There is tremendous opportunity in STEM, and here are five statistics to prove it! Between 2023 and 2033, the number of STEM jobs will grow 11 percent,…
No Money Club Thursday!
There is no money club on Thursday, Feb 1, 2024.
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Financial Literacy for STEM Students: Why It Matters
By Devin Partida Financial literacy is vital for STEM students, as it teaches them to handle money well for challenges like project funding in their careers. Such a skill empowers these learners to make wise decisions for long-term goals like buying a home or planning for retirement. Here’s why knowing how to manage money is so important in STEM….
The Magical Tree
CC-BY provided by the author Plants are the foundation of all life on earth. From serving our food system, to contributing to biotechnology solutions for global challenges, the importance of plants is undeniable. Yet, plants are often overlooked and taken for granted. Teaching children about plants is a good opportunity to help them learn about healthy living. Plant literacy is…
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January Book Reviews 2024
January has been an interesting hodge-podge of books. I had two I could not finish and barely even read. But I do have a few I loved! I loved two of these, liked a few, and disliked 3 of them! Do you finish books you are not enjoying? I usually finish if I am past 3/4 of the book….
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Top 20 STEM Toy Picks to Ignite Kids’ Creativity and Learning in 2024!
What makes stem toy a smart choice for your child? Beyond fun, these STEM toys engage young minds in the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, offering an innovative way to learn while playing. From building kits to robotics, our carefully curated list guides you through the top stem toy options, each selected for its ability to inspire…
Early College, DCMST taking applications for next year’s ninth graders
Know an eighth grader interested in a specialized four- or five-year high school program? January and February are when the district takes applications for four specialized programs that run for all of high school. Eighth graders and their parents – both in and out of the district – are encouraged to consider applying now. The programs fall under two…