☆ 3rd Grade: Ms. Christie Holtman's class at East Fannin Elementary School, Fannin County
☆ 4th Grade: Ms. Alisa Nepp's class at Ringgold Elementary School, Catoosa County
☆ 5th Grade: Ms. Hannah Atcheson's class at Poole Elementary School, Paulding County
What is the STEM Challenge you ask? The Challenge is a program brought to you by the Georgia Ag Experience, the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture and Georgia Farm Bureau's Ag-in-the-Classroom in partnership with the Georgia Association of Conservation Districts (GACD). It was developed to help expose elementary teachers and students to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) involved in agricultural production of food and fiber. The Challenge helps students recognize their role in agriculture by exposing them to real-world problems that they can help solve. The Fall Challenge was focused on the relationship between forests and our communities.
Thank you to our partners at the Georgia Forestry Commission for providing the educational video and resources to our classroom participants!
How is the challenge structured? A bi-annual competition focusing on a real-world ag problem. Elementary classrooms (grades 3 - 5) across Georgia put their skills to the test as they compete to win. Each school receives a digital kit of resources and a tailored educational program for their students. The top 3 classrooms with the best solution can win a prize and be recognized for their effort!