After completing a reading module with the theme "Imagine! Invent!" and learning about inventors and inventions in the social studies and science curriculum, all Mintonye third graders received a visit from the Purdue University Women in Construction Management Honor Society. During their presentation, students listened to a story detailing the building process and learned about the field of Construction Management in addition to the school subjects that are needed for that career. Students also participated in a question and answer session, learned about the important safety gear worn by those in construction, and then designed their own hard hat.
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A new grant-funded partnership is giving McCutcheon High School jazz students the opportunity to collaborate with vocalists, deepening their understanding of the music and each other.
FIRST team 4272 Mavericks Robotics captured the world title as part of a winning alliance in Houston, Texas.
The students in Mrs. Frey’s First Grade class had Peep Day on Friday April 18th! They participated in a Peep taste test where they sampled Cookies and Cream, Cotton Candy, Party Cake, Rice Krispie, Watermelon, and Classic Flavors. The students voted and decided Cookies and Cream was the best flavor! They completed centers including a Graphing Center, Compound Word Center, and Long Vowel Sound center. Each student also practiced their math facts by hunting for eggs that were filled with math facts. These First Graders finished up the day with an Egg Hunt! It was an EGGcellent Day!
From a kindergarten teacher who sparks a love of learning to a high school teacher who helps students realize their full potential, meet the inspiring educators named TSC’s 2025 Teachers of the Year.
McCutcheon High School Computer Science Ambassadors are inspiring elementary students—especially girls—to explore the world of coding.
From playground games to real-world challenges, these girls are learning what is means to lead with kindness, courage and confidence.
The Whalemobile, a huge inflatable humpback, makes a splash at Burnett Creek Elementary School.
In Mrs. Avila’s class, we discovered fascinating facts about pigs through a virtual field trip. We learned about their diet, proper care, and the various activities that involve pigs. It's interesting to note that farms housing pigs must maintain strict biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of germs. Every time farm workers enter the pig area, they are required to shower, change their clothes, and sanitize all items they bring in.
East Tipp and Hershey students join forces each month for fun, hands-on science projects.