STEAM+ at OCASA Elementary started the school year learning how to create with iPads and Robots

Sep 23, 2024 8:21:53 PM | OCASA Elementary STEAM+ at OCASA Elementary started the school year learning how to create with iPads and Robots

OCASA Elementary students kicked off the school year with hands-on learning in STEAM+, exploring iPads, robots, wood burning, and coding through engaging projects.

 
September 2024 Highlights

Red Band- TK students used sensory bags with shaving cream to practice one-to-one correspondence.  They also learned what seeds need to grow and sprouted seeds in plastic bags. They then planted these seeds in soil in pots. Red Band students learned the basics of Garage Band after going over iPad expectations. We learned about directional skills and used them to code a Bee Bot. Students also practiced hammering different objects into a wooden cube to make a stamp.

Orange Band- Orange Band students learned the basics of Garage Band after going over iPad expectations. We learned about directional skills and used them to code a Bee Bot. The students learned how wood burning can be used to make beautiful creations. The importance of safety skills was emphasized.

Yellow Band- Yellow Band students learned the basics of Garage Band after going over iPad expectations. We learned about directional skills and used them to code a Bee Bot. Our students also had a paper airplane throwing contest using meter sticks to measure the plane that flew the farthest. The students learned how wood burning can be used to make beautiful creations. The importance of safety skills was emphasized.

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STEAM+ in October 2024
Red Band- Students will excavate creatures from the past that have been frozen in ice blocks. They will also use their hammering and unscrewing skills to 'take apart' some old electronics.

Orange Band- Students will learn about circuits. They will create a circuit quiz game using content from their homeroom class.

Yellow Band- Students will use their measurement skills to create a paper quilt. They will also be creating wooden shelf markers for our new library space using wood burning tools.

Written By: STEAM+