STEM-Bridge Building in the Classroom
With the materials provided by this grant, students are able to work in teams to design and build a Through Truss Bridge. This Bridge Building STEM activity incorporates student-centered, inquiry-based learning with multiple opportunities for differentiated instruction.
STEM and Art Combined-3D Pens
The technology of 3D pens allows students to create 3D models using a lightweight hand-held tool. The origin of this company was funded by a Kickstarter campaign and exposes our students to cutting edge technology and the power of entrepreneurs and innovation.
A Sound Environment
The FM system requested in this grant is being placed in the speech/ language room and will allow every student to hear the teacher’s voice clearly, thus improving student focus. Research shows that when teachers speak in even, calm tones, students respond better. Classroom audio systems are designed to help teachers manage their classrooms with […]
Social Stories for Special Kids
The Social Stories Project promotes the development of social skills in young children through the use of videos, books, apps and comprehension questions to meet the varied needs of children with special needs. This concrete approach allows for increased repetition and exposure to numerous social situations, provides clear examples of what the student should expect […]
Enhancing Sensory Motor Experiences for Students with Special Needs
Sensory Motor development focuses on the integration of the tactile, proprioceptive (muscle and joint) and vestibular (movement) systems through interactions with the environment. The brain must learn through sensorimotor experiences in order to make organized sense of the body and its connection to the world. By utilizing the curriculum Sensorimotor Group A-Z and various materials, […]