ENTRY EVENTs
Building Content Knowledge
DRIVING QUESTION
How can we plan and carry out environmental investigations to design solutions to positively affect our community?
Scholars watched a video about bee pollination. Afterwards, they engaged in a pollination lab that simulated bees pollinating from flower to flower. Students also read an article about how robotic bees could spread pollen to plants and postulated why this would be necessary. Finally, they responded to a prompt stating why it is important to bring awareness to bees as pollinators and why they are important to our environment. Read and listen to what our scholars had to say.
Mrs. McLean's Class
Christian Laguerre - Mrs. Tippin's Class
Buzzing with a Beekeeper Q&A Panel
Scholars enjoyed buzzing with a beekeeper and had an opportunity to virtually observe bees in their natural environment. Students were mesmerized as they learned more about why bees are important to the environment; the pollination process; and ways in which humans can help protect bees through sustainable practices.
Economics
Goods and Services and Supply and Demand
Goods and Services and Supply and Demand
Scholars needed to establish a fundamental understanding of economics. They had an opportunity to learn more about goods and services, as well as supply and demand. Students quickly mastered an understanding of the distinct differences between goods and services and how supply and demand affects the prices of the various things they need and want. Take a closer look at the sorting activities below.
Mrs. McLean - Fletcher B.
Mrs. McLean - Robert E.
Ms. Almond/Starks - Olivia N.
Ms. Almond/Starks - Connor K.
Ms. Smith-Aaron D.
Ms. Smith-Asher E.
Ms. Smith-Cathryn R.
Community Involvment and Research
Scholars learned the importance of understanding their target audience through product research. A survey was created to determine target audience product preferences. Take a look how you responded.
Student Voice And Choice
Based upon target audience responses, scholars exercised voice and choice by voting for the product they wanted to create. Take a look at the student responses below.
KIDPRENEUR/ENTREPRENEUR Q&A PANEL
Scholars had an opportunity to learn more about what makes a successful business by speaking with Drew's very own kidpreneur, Serenity Moore, and entrepreneur, Kris Felder. They were inspired as they learned about the various challenges and rewarding benefits associated with making the decision to become a business owner.
Marketing the Business
Upon learning more about how to market a business, scholars applied their knowledge and set out to create and market their own businesses. Business marketing included completing a business pitch which entailed naming their company; pricing their product, choosing a non-profit organization to donate to; and branding their businesses by creating a business logo, mockup and prototype for their products.
Investing in A Business
Financial expert, Mr. Wesley, spoke to scholars about the importance of investing in their business. Students learned about sound investment practices that will ensure brand loyalty, longevity and overall growth.
Etsy Business Owner
Brooke Lechleiter, an Etsy Shop business owner, spoke to scholars about her experience as an online seller. Sawyer Company specializes in creating unique, customized products, such as t-shirts, mugs, and various apparel for dog lovers. Scholars were intrigued to learn about an economical, efficient and low maintenance option to market their business.
Practicing the Pitch
Scholars used an oral presentation rubric to practice their business pitches and gave feedback to their peers using the "grows and glows" model.
Bee Chains - Mrs. McLean
CE Chains - Mrs. McLean
Bee Queens - Mrs. McLean
