W.D. Hall students have been engaged in STEM/PBL units and have been having a great time learning! Students in Grades 4&5 culminated their STEM experience with Demonstrations of Learning (DOL). Guests and experts from throughout the community and district served as panelist. Third grade students were the audience as our intermediate students presented information on their Martian Base Design. Students worked through the Engineering Design Process, conducted experiments, wrote informational brochures, and created a blueprint for their Martian Base. Teams and individuals reflected on the learning experience and process which they shared in the DOLs. STEM units were collaboratively designed by grade level teachers, K-5. Kindergarten students are exploring Shapes Around the Neighborhood and building their own neighborhood. First graders are investigating From Seed to Plant and constructing a garden. Second graders are discovering animals and becoming Zoo Veterinarians. Third graders are becoming experts on Monarch Butterflies and will be building a butterfly garden with donations and support from the community. All STEM/PBL units incorporate 21st Century Skills of Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking and Communication as well as technology. It’s an exciting time for students at Hall!
Colleen Newman, Principal
W.D. Hall Elementary School
