I have the best job in the entire world. I am the STEM K-5 facilitator. You may have heard your child talk about their time in STEM. Our SmartLab is a state-of-the-art classroom. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. In a SmartLab, students learn to apply technology while they develop critical skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, project management and communications. The SmartLab at RES was originally installed in 2016.
SmartLab students work in teams to develop projects in the areas of scientific data and analysis, circuitry, computer graphics, digital communications, mechanics and structures, alternative and renewable energy, software engineering, and robotics and control technology.
In the SmartLab, students have the opportunity to explore their own project ideas under the supervision of a special kind of teacher called a “Facilitator”. Instead of taking exams, students create e-portfolios to document their learning. It’s a challenging learning experience but because students can explore topics of personal interest, they typically rise to the challenge. The SmartLab at RES was designed and installed by a company called Creative Learning Systems.
Looking forward to another outstanding learning year,
There is NO such thing as failure. Failure is part of the learning process.
Believe in THE POWER OF YET.
In the STEM Lab we've termed the phrase, "Learning is Different Here". Students are encourage to learn through trial and error. We encourage collaboration and self exploration.
Each student completes a reflection portfolio during their 6 day rotation. This can be accessed via their Google Classroom. To visit your child's work follow the steps below
Have your child login to their crb1 email account
Click on the 9 square tab at the top right
Select their STEM class
Search the stream for their portfolio
Resource
5th grader exploring the basics of electricity
Race Car and Finish Line Lego Designed and Programed by a 4th grader.
Race Car and Finish Line Lego Designed and Programed by a 4th grader.
Little Bits Car Created by a 3rd Grader.
Catapult Simple Machine Using the Engineering Design Process. Created by a 2nd Grader
The RES STEM Lab would like to send a huge THANK YOU to Williams for their generous STEM donation. Williams who continues to help us update the facility to ensure that our students continue to benefit from the most current technology and curriculum available.
We are so fortunate to have your support! Thank you from us all at Rawlins Elementary School.
