Middle School Calendar

STEAM Expo Summary

Schedule:
Thursday, April 4, 6:00-7:30pm

Setup will begin at 12:35 in HS GYM
1-2 p.m.--Tables will be set up with black tablecloths (Bob D. will coordinate tables. Volunteers needed.)
1-4 p.m.--Gym will be decorated (Missy W. is coordinating. Parent volunteers needed.)
Teachers can move in any student work after 12:35, but you likely won't be able to set up your table until after 3:00p.m. (There will be a map sent out in advance so you'll know where your general area is.)
6-7:30pm--STEAM Expo in the HS Gym


Note: There will be no speaker this year, just the expo and activities in the gym.

Details:

• All teaching staff: Please complete the Google Form that was sent to all teachers so we can gather table/space/setup needs for the booths. 
  • For HS, we'd like everyone to fill out the form, so I don't have to track you down to figure out if you'll be participating or not.
  • For ES/MS, we only need one form per grade so work with your co-teachers.
• The basic booth signage and gym setup will be handled by other staff/parent volunteers. 
• If you have student work to display that you'd like to have labeled, I have some acrylic 4x6 holders available to make it look nicer and help the cards stand up. Please note how many you'll need on your Google Form.
• Elem/Middle: There will be a grouping of tables for each grade. Teachers are responsible for setting up their booth with the activity/presentation/display they desire.
  • Because we are not doing activities in the upper room like last year, we are asking that you do an interactive element at your booth. Most booths will likely have a display side (showing off student work) AND an interactive activity. We will have enough tables for both. I've talked to some of you, but if you'd like to brainstorm, I'm happy to help with ideas and activities. 
  • If possible, please choose a different activity than last year so parents see something new. (This may not be possible and we understand that as well.)
  • We will need all homeroom teachers to help man the booths. If you are not a science/math teacher, please talk to those teachers to see how you can help best at your class's booth.
  • You will need to choose several student ambassadors to help represent your booth. I recommend 6 per grade so that there's 2 students every 30 minutes.
  • Grades 4-8: Elena has been working on technology projects in several grades during computer class. Please talk with her to see if your students will have those projects ready in time for the STEAM Expo and how you can help with displaying those at your booth.
  • Middle school is giving a homework pass for students who attend. There will be a passport available for elementary and middle students that can earn a prize when completed.
• High School: Please fill out the Google Form that was sent out, even if you don't plan to participate. 
  • High school teachers may give out extra credit or have their honor societies help with booths/activities.
  • If you are a humanities teacher or are unsure what to present, we'd still like you to participate if you include technology, creative work, design or math/science principles in your class. I'm happy to meet with you and discuss how you can present your students' work or help with a project if you'd like some assistance. 
  • If you are willing to do an interactive activity at your booth/area, please let me know right away. I can provide student ambassador shirts to any students who help at your booth.

Other Items:

• If you'd like to have a fundraising element to your booth, please make sure it fits the STEAM theme of your table and that proceeds are designated for K-12 STEAM. If you'd like the proceeds to go to another area, please talk to me in advance. We want to avoid "carnival-type" fundraising.
• There will be interactive art exhibitions/activities and a robotics demonstration for visitors. 
• We will also have door prizes and other fun activities throughout the event.