One of the best ways to get kids interested in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is through hands-on experiences. This Saturday, October 14 DC area families are invited to The Big Build at the National Building Museum. This free annual festival will include plenty of interactive learning experiences for all ages as the world…
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NASA TechRise Student Challenge Invites Schools to Advance Space Exploration
As a middle school computer science teacher, I’m always looking for ways to connect what my students are learning about programming to the real world. As a parent, I’ve championed STEM learning in my own community by forming SilverSat. I know hands-on project based learning is one of the best ways for students to learn…
LEGO® Education Rebuild The World Inspires Today’s Middle Schoolers to be Tomorrow’s Problem Solvers
This post is sponsored by LEGO® Education I like to tell my 8thgraders that the world of work will look far different than it does today. As a middle school teacher and parent of teens, I want my students and own two children to develop transferable skills that can be applied to any situation. But…
How Disney Performing Arts Programs Prepare Kids to Perform in the Spotlight
For families with kids who love the performing arts, a trip to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts is awe inspiring. There are endless opportunities to see performances on the grandest stages but elementary through college ages can also have a chance to perform in the spotlight in front of thousands of guests at Disney…
Disney Youth Education Series Provides Hands-On Learning at Disney Parks
Imagine having the chance to define the laws of motion using Space Mountain, observe animal behavior at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or explore the laws of reflection in the Haunted Mansion. These amazing opportunities are the kinds of learning experiences you get through Disney Youth Education Series (YES). About Disney Youth Education Series Disney Youth Education…
Disney Youth Programs Turn Walt Disney World & Disneyland into Classrooms for All Ages
A trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World can be so many things: a family vacation, couples’ getaway, girls’ weekend, a school performing arts trip, or a chance to apply learning in real ways through immersive experiences. Recently my tween and I were invited to Walt Disney World to experience Disney Youth Programs and get…
