STEAM Day
September 24, 2017 1:30-5:00 pm
STEAM Day is a celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
We'll start the day with a show for all ages by Michael Green, The Science Machine. Then students will go to a fun hands-on STEAM workshop of their choice, led by experts from the Paideia community and beyond. While students are in their sessions, we'll lead a parent discussion about STEAM education. We'll end the day with a career fair for junior high and high school students, and refreshments for everyone, made the STEAM way.
Space in the workshops is limited, so please use the form and sign up in advance.
ONE CLASS per child.
Steamnasium - (Grades Pre-K-2) FULL
Ronnie Thomas
Come enjoy the Fun Weird Science way of learning all things STEAM related. Participating families will engage in making slime, marshmallow shooters, driving robots, and more. The session will be station-based and require parents to participate with the students. Students in the "Steamnasium" workshop must have an adult with them.
Marshmallow Madness and Other Experiments - (Grades K-2) FULL
Kira Harris '18 & Alana Mermin-Bunnell '19
Apply the scientific method to fun experiments such as microwaving marshmallows and making ice cream and elephant toothpaste. Kids may participate with a parent or on their own.
Origami in Action - (Grades 3-6)
Rena Brakebill
Explore symmetry while folding paper toys that jump, spin and fly.
Wildlife Explorations - (Grades 3-6)
Gladys Delancey-Bolding
Investigate a variety of authentic artifacts from the wild. In addition, if time permits, students will dissect an owl pellet.
Cooking Science - (Grades 3-6) FULL
Andrea Eaves
Make a delicious dish as you learn how the science of nutrition can help you make food that is both nutritious and flavorful.
Interactive Sculptures - (Grades 3-6)
Nicole Livieratos, The High Museum
Design interactive sculptures inspired by the artist Jaime Hayon, led by a Teaching Artist from the High Museum of Art.
Build Your Own Personal Robot - (Grades 3-6) FULL
Ivan Riobo
Have you ever wondered how robots work, or wanted to build your own robot? In this session you'll learn basic robotics principles and see robots you can build such as Lego Mindstorms EV3, Meccanoid Robot Family and VeX IQ.
Game Design and Development - (Grades 6-8) FULL
Joy Lamont-Smith
Design and script a 2-level computer game using Game Salad. No experience necessary!
Architectural Drawing - (Grades 7-9) FULL
Tilly Hatcher
Learn how architects draw their designs, and use these techniques to draw a structure you've built yourself. Then see how architects create 3D drawings on a computer.
Windmills - (Grades 7-9) FULL
Kelly Griendling
Design, build and test your own windmill using everyday materials. Learn about renewable energy and the principles of aerodynamics in order to get the most energy out of your windmill.
Wildlife Illustration - (Grades 7-12) FULL
Lore Ruttan
Combine your passion for art and science as a wildlife illustrator. In this session, you will sketch live raptors and mammals, under the guidance of Lore Ruttan. Lore is a Paideia parent and published science illustrator who loves to draw above all else. If you have your own sketchbook bring it along, however we will provide supplies for those who don't.
How to Become a Filmmaker - (Grades 7-12) FULL
Keith Hampton
This workshop with Keith Hampton gives filmmakers an enthusiastic overview of the film industry, locally and world wide. Attendees will hear about some of the dream-fulfilling opportunities available in movie making and help young storytellers connect their dream with the fun parts of movie making for a living. They will participate in a hands on demonstration of filming on set and learn about technology they can access to make their own movies and get them seen all over the world. Finally, in a wrap-up discussion, filmmakers can have their questions answered about YouTube and outlets available to showcase their work.
Movie Props - (Grades 9-12) FULL
Eric Leong
Learn how the professionals create realistic-looking weapons and other props for the movies. Prop-maker Eric Anthony Leong will show you how to sculpt and mold a prop of your own design from high-tech plastics.
STEAM Playground for Parents
Paideia Faculty
Paideia's STEAM coordinators will talk about our STEAM program and other opportunities for your kids. Then we'll show you some of the tech toys and tools that our students use, and give you a chance to play the role of a student and experiment a little bit.