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Paper Airplanes and Flight
A hands-on lesson on the basic principles of flight. Students built and tested paper airplanes, engaging in problem-solving and revision of their original designs
Bridges and Forces
A hands-on lesson on forces and how bridges hold weight. Students built their own bridges out of spaghetti and marshmallows, testing which shapes held up best
Beyond the Lab: Speaker Event
STEM for Society is excited to announce a speaker event on April 9th at 3 PM in the Needham High School auditorium! We're bringing in expert speakers for a panel discussion aimed at helping high schoolers explore STEM career paths, hear real-world experiences, and get valuable insights from professionals in cutting-edge fields.
The Human Genome - Intro to DNA
Join us on a journey into the building blocks of life! In this hands-on STEM lesson, kids will explore the structure and role of DNA by creating their own DNA helixes using pipe cleaners. Base pairing, the double-helix, and how DNA carries the instructions for life—this lesson brings genetics to life!
Magnets and Electricity
In this hands-on lesson, kids will explore the magic of magnets by building their own magnet train. They'll discover how magnetic forces work to create motion!, Join us for an exploration into the power of magnetism in an exciting, interactive way!
Eliot - STEM Festival
A hands-on STEM festival at Eliot Elementary School where kids explore science, technology, engineering, and math through exciting interactive events!
Biotech – Lesson and Lab
Join us for an interactive exploration into the world of biotechnology! Discover how scientists use micropipettes, roll up your sleeves, and try them out yourself. Design colorful creations while learning real lab techniques!
Apple Pay and Google Maps Presentation
Hosted at the Needham Council of Aging. Join us for an engaging session where students will demonstrate how to navigate modern smartphone features, including Apple Pay and Google Maps. Additionally, they will share essential safety tips tailored to help the elderly use these technologies confidently and securely.
Fundamentals of DNA - Lesson and Lab
A two-part, lesson and lab, event that taught students the fundamental properties of DNA. Inheritance, natural selection, and chromosomes: students learned about the various ways DNA affects us, even seeing real DNA for themselves!
Introduction to Aerospace Engineering
A creative, hands-on lesson that explored the basic principles of flight. Students built and tested paper airplanes and model rockets, engaging in problem-solving and revision of their original designs.
Prevent the Spread of Germs
Students learned about the dangers of germs and bacteria, the importance of personal hygiene and proper hand-washing, and experienced the spread of (fake) germs firsthand.
Intro to Scratch Programming
Students engaged in an introduction to Scratch programming and learned the basics of coding in a fun and interactive way, with guidance from experienced coaches.