STEM camps can be a fun and educational experience to help your children develop their skills and interests. It’s especially important these days when most kids can quickly adapt to the advances of technology, as STEM activities can help them keep up with the quickly advancing changes, especially in things like coding. Raleigh is best known as the location…
Does city life negatively affect wildlife?
Does city life negatively affect wildlife? Published: If you have ever seen the beautiful sight of hundreds of starlings sweeping through the sky in unison, you will know how at ease these birds look in their environment, even in an urban setting. Starlings seem to have adapted well to cities, but how healthy is this for them? At Kennesaw…
No Math Circle Wednesday, Nov. 15
Math Circle is cancelled for Wednesday, Nov. 15. We will have our final sessions for the season on Wednesday, Nov. 29 & Dec. 6.
Lemelson-MIT webinar: Electronic Textiles, Nov. 16
Lemelson-MIT and the Digital Harbor Foundation are hosting another workshop webinar it their “Harnessing the Inventive Spirit” series. This one, Electronic Textiles, will be on November 16 at 7PM. Register at that link.
Yearbook Cover Design Contest
If you would like to participate in this year’s cover contest, read these directions! The design must be turned in to Ms. Fryzel by Friday, December 22nd. Yearbook-Cover-Design-2023-2024Download
Helping Kids Develop Good Questions
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Modelling minds: can computers mimic human intelligence?
Modelling minds: can computers mimic human intelligence? Published: The human brain is often referred to as the most complex device known in the Universe. It gives rise to the amazing abilities of the human mind, including our capacity for intelligence. For many years, psychologists and neuroscientists have sought to uncover how the mind functions, while computer scientists have attempted…
Family Engagement: The Power of Reflection
STEM Next Opportunity Fund believes passionately in the power of families to inspire our next generation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). When families learn and play together, the possibilities for children to explore new talents are endless. As families cook a favorite recipe, repair a bicycle, or tend a garden, children learn practical lessons in math and science….
Do Your Kids Love Minecraft? Use the Game to Build STEM Skills
Minecraft classes and summer camps are among the most popular STEM programs for kids. It’s not surprising—STEM providers have recognized the potential of this enduringly popular interactive video game for educational purposes and developed great programs around it. The creative, adventurous, world-building nature of Minecraft lends itself well as an educational tool in both imaginative … Do Your Kids…
9 Christmas Resources to Make December Full of Learning
Let’s keep your students engaged during the busy chaotic Christmas season. I have some time-saving resources for you that students love! Christmas Resources just for you but first… Is Christmas your favorite time of year? It certainly is mine and there are two really big reasons… First of all, I was born on Christmas Day! And, secondly,…