Northwoods Elementary is STEAMing ahead!

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On April 16, Northwoods Elementary in Cary, N.C. held their first STEAM Fair. The idea was to take STEM a step further by adding art into the equation. Northwoods’ PTA President, Crystal Hartzell explains, “Most will agree that art is a major key to creativity, and that creativity is the catalyst to innovation. Merging STEM and Arts education could accelerate the innovation and progressive thinking of our students. It is our responsibility to give our future leaders a well-rounded quality education preparing them for the many challenges they will face in their future and that can’t be done by only enriching half of the brain.”

1gfeMore than 70 students created projects at home from one of the STEAM categories: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. They were then displayed during the schools STEAM Fair for the community to see. The evening included hands-on demonstrations by multiple local companies like StarWitness, STEM for Kids, and Vision Martial Arts. As well as representatives from East Cary Middle Schools Coding and Robotics clubs and St. Mary’s Biology Explorer’s Summer Camp. Families were encouraged to get involved, interact with others and have fun. The school’s Title 1 team handed out free math and reading books and games to over 150 students during the event.

The 275+ attendees were also invited to participate in a collaborative art project titled “The Art of Community” with the assistance of Cary Teen Council.  This will be displayed in the front lobby of the school in the coming weeks for Northwoods families and guests to enjoy. The evening was topped off with the attendance of Big Mikes BBQ food truck and Kona Ice truck for dinner and dessert. The Northwoods STEAM Fair was hosted by Northwoods Elementary PTA.

How are your local schools demonstrating STEAM in the students’ curriculum? Leave some comments below!


Crystal Hartzell is the Northwoods Elementary School PTA president.

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