First grader Ivy Woods from Chartiers Valley took part in her school’s annual Science and STEM Olympiad on March 26. The event featured 14 stations that were based on concepts learned throughout the year in science or STEM classes.
One of the activities at the event was a gummy bear launch, where Ivy carefully aimed her catapult for the target’s bull’s-eye. The Science and STEM Olympiad is a fun way for students to apply what they have learned and foster a love for science, according to Ellen Zissis, the STEM teacher at Chartiers Valley Primary School.
Ivy enjoyed the day of hands-on learning and exploration along with her classmates Luke Thomas and Olivia Weber. Ivy particularly liked the gummy bear launch, while Luke enjoyed building things with Play-Doh and Olivia found it cool to learn about science. Zissis emphasized that participating in a science Olympiad can help cultivate important skills and lay a foundation for future learning in STEM fields.
Overall, the Science and STEM Olympiad at Chartiers Valley Primary School provided first graders with a memorable day of engaging activities that sparked curiosity and excitement for science. Students like Ivy, Luke, and Olivia appreciated the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a fun and interactive way.
