Amy Pitts, a Senior Geologist for Education and Outreach, recently visited 8th graders at Greene County Middle School as part of the NC Science Festival Sci Match program. The school also hosted a night of science for families, supported by a grant from Duke Energy.
The event at West Greene was an excellent opportunity for students and their families to participate in various science activities together. The school provided a hot dog dinner for families and encouraged interactions with teachers and staff in a fun and engaging environment. Assistant Principal Samantha Haislip noted that the grant from Duke Energy included materials for ten different science-based activities for families to partake in.
In addition to the science activities, the event also featured science read-aloud sessions, parent EOG sessions, and a green screen for families to enjoy. Upon arriving, families were given stamp cards to track their participation in the activities. After accumulating a certain number of stamps, families could enjoy a hotdog dinner and even receive a free Lego Education kit. In total, 53 Lego kits were handed out, with approximately 150 people attending the event. The evening proved to be a successful and engaging opportunity for families to explore the world of science together.
