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St. Patrick’s Day STEM Activities

​ 3 Fun, Free St. Patrick’s Day STEM Activities! These three STEM activities are quick and easy to put together, are free, and will help you celebrate the holiday – STEM style! 1. Screen-Free Coding Activity Requiring just a box of Lucky Charms cereal, this activity comes with a printable sheet that helps teach young’uns about coding. Though simple graphing…

Best STEM Curriculums for K-12 Schools

​[[{“value”:” STEM is the future of education, and schools that hope to be a part of it need to adopt a curriculum for these in-demand skills. Children all around the world are beginning to learn about STEM at a younger age, and the basics begin as early as elementary school. This can put students on the track to success from…

Anti-Vaping Committee & Survey

​ Recently Dearborn Public Schools has created an ant-vaping committee which includes the PTA, community organizations and student leaders in order to come up with the best course of action to take in addressing this issue.  Part of this work is to better understand the scope and causes of this issue in our community.  To assist with this the group has created a…

Best Online Schools For Gifted Students

​[[{“value”:” The benefits of online schools for gifted students are worth considering for those outpacing their classmates in traditional schools. Through these schools, students can engage with like-minded peers on the same level as them, work at a pace they are comfortable with, and enjoy access to a wider range of advanced studies for their grade level. Students can access…

Seeking Parent Representatives for 24-25 Professional Development Committee

​ Dearborn Public Schools is looking for interested parents to join the district Professional Development Committee. The first meeting is planned for Tuesday, March 19 from 4:30-5:30 on Zoom. From there, we will form 3-4 subcommittees that will meet on April 30th to make recommendations about professional development for the 24-25 school year.If you are interested in providing a parent’s…

NC STEM e-Update (Feb. 22, 2024)

​ NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month the NC STEM Center publishes an e-update on what’s happening in STEM education throughout North Carolina, and their latest edition is now available. View NC STEM e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Opt-in and subscribe at the NC STEM Center and get your personalized copy sent…

Can microalgae improve honeybee health?

Can microalgae improve honeybee health?

​ Can microalgae improve honeybee health? Published: Thanks to their work as pollinators, bees play an essential role in agriculture. However, modern agricultural practices and climate change mean many bees are becoming malnourished. In the US Department of Agriculture’s Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Research Laboratory, Dr Vincent Ricigliano is improving bee health by developing pollen substitutes and edible…

What is the Importance of Computational Thinking for School Students?

​ Computational thinking has emerged as a vital skill in the era of rapid digital transformation, especially for school students. It’s not just about coding; it involves problem-solving, critical analysis, and logical reasoning, all crucial in today’s tech-driven world.  Recognizing its importance, educational boards like CBSE and ICSE increasingly integrate computational thinking into their curriculum. This […] The post What…

6th Grade Field Trip

​ Friday, March 1st the 6th graders will be going to The University of Michigan – Dearborn’s Nature Centure for their maple syrup experience. There is no cost for this field trip. Field trip permission slips were sent home yesterday and they are due back to Ms. Fryzel no later than Wednesday, February 28th. Maple-Syrup-Schedule.24-1Download   

Decolonising film festival research

Decolonising film festival research

​ Decolonising film festival research Published: African film festivals showcase the diverse wealth of cinematic talent from the continent. However, researchers who study these festivals are often influenced by colonial practices. Professor Sheila Petty, from the University of Regina in Canada, and Dr Estrella Sendra, from King’s College London in the UK, are exploring how to contribute to decolonising film…