Time and Response - Brain Function plus the Power of Community
Dr. Brandon Carney - Scholar in the Classroom Vanderbilt University said present again and brought his deep knowledge of brain function....
Partnerships with the Community!
Today I experienced another NEW DAY FOR LEARNING with Dr. Jordan Grigor at SSMV (School for Science and Math @ Vandy) What a treat! I...
i3 Grant - STEM After School program!
This powerful program allows me to fully integrate the concept of STEM. What do I mean? For starters, having access to a variety of...
Reflecting on past experiences...
The last years have been overwhelming in a wonderful way... As time passes, my professional growth as an educator and a person have not...
Everyone is a part of the STEAM revolution
Labels and gender differences bare no meaning in our classroom. Everyone must work hard. Everyone must try. The participation of the...
Engineering and Construction for all...
The next project is to design and build a pendulum - the GOAL is to create a painting. Yes, ART is integrated in our classroom. But, we...
Musical Frequencies
Can you believe that jumbo popsicle sticks, two rubber bands and 2 streams of an index card create a harmonica? Yes, the simplicity of...
Great support from LP PENCIL Box!
Upon my arrival in 2016, after being hired by the state of TN to teach a STEM class, I was beyond impressed when I received an invitation...
The Science of Popcorn!!!
Popcorn... Do we only eat it while watching a movie or as a healthy snack? Not always... Today, our students at Oliver Middle nailed...
Creating a sensory space!
Including and engaging all of my students is one of the goals this year. As a STEM teacher, with just a chair, relaxing music and sensory...