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4th Graders as Scientists


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    Description

    The 4th Graders as Scientists was a four-day event that took place in spring 2023. The program brought fourth graders from Crawford Central School District (CCSD) to Allegheny College to help them prepare for the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment exams (PSSAs) and to learn about STEM careers.


    Outcome

    Hands-on science activities were presented during a four-day event by Allegheny faculty and students and educators from regional nonprofits to approximately 250 Crawford Central School District fourth graders.

    Project Details

    IMPACT TEAM
    Education and Social Development

    TYPE
    Conferences/Publications
    ALIC - Community Partners as Educators
    Economic Development and Workforce Development Stories

    STATUS
    Completed

    FACULTY/STAFF SUPERVISOR
    Dr. Lisa Whitenack

    STUDENT(S)
    Kaitlyn Royal

    COMMUNITY PARTNER(S)
    Crawford Central School District; Creek Connections; Crawford County K-12 Career Education Alliance; Ann Noonen (Crawford Central School District)