Thunderbirds Powered by STEAM!

Funded May 10, 2023

I wanted to thank you so very much for your generous contribution towards these materials. These resources are being used in our Media Center's Makerspace (STEM/STEAM) area. Students are able to build, create, and explore with them.

We have students from different grade levels using the materials. As soon as they saw the materials, they were so excited! The pure joy on their faces when they saw the new items was heartwarming, and I knew this project was going to be a hit. Even the big 5th graders are extremely excited when the materials are pulled out for them to use on their "tech day" in Media. I've had students come up to me in the hallway and on the playground and tell me, "Ms. Jelinek! Thank you so much for the Makerspace stuff!" or "We used the Makerspace stuff in Media, like the light table, and it's awesome! Thank you!" Hearing the gratitude in their voices, and knowing that they are truly happy to have the materials, makes it all worth it. It's all thanks to you that these kids have the materials they need. I wish you could be here to see them in person. Check out the pictures of some of the students working with some of the materials.”

With gratitude,

Ms. Jelinek