Project IMP∆CT
Grade 5 students are inspiring positive change for the Earth and its people within the St. Andrew's community and beyond.
A note from the editors:
We are honored to begin IMP∆CT for the year and for the students to engage in the important work of telling the story of the world as they see it. Students at this age are inspired to create positive change "for the Earth and its people". The stories you will see are generated, from ideation to publishing, by student journalists inspired to use digital storytelling as a way to spread messages important to them. Please read the mission statement of Project IMP∆CT and join us as we add to the legacy of 5th graders at St. Andrew's Episcopal School generating positive change in their world.
This week's trending stories:
Baron dissects the downfalls of the wind and solar industries, including their intermittency and impact on the Earth's limited resources. Plus, he gives his perspective on a better alternative energy.
In this perspective piece, Amelie argues for ballet as a sport worth Olympic competition. She offers reasoning and history behind the sport, plus suggestions for how it would be scored.
Brandon goes past the ingredient label to inform readers of what the additives in US foods are doing to those who consume them. He also looks at the FDA, and the shortcomings of current regulations around food safety.
Project IMP∆CT Mission Statement:
The 5th Grade Class at St. Andrew's Episcopal School strives to be a sustainability lab and hub for diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging. This digital storytelling site is not only a demonstration of our learning; it is generative, showing what's possible to the larger community.
IMP∆CT Journalists 2023-2024
IMP∆CT Journalists 2022-2023
IMP∆CT Journalists 2021-2022
St. Andrew's Episcopal School sees diversity as an integral element of community and education, and a vital facet of our mission, core values, and Episcopal identity. We believe that community diversity manifests in many ways, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, family composition, and physical ability. In our commitment to attracting, fostering, and celebrating all aspects of diversity, St. Andrew’s aims to create an intentional environment of equity and inclusion.
St. Andrew's Episcopal School is located in Austin, Texas. To learn more about the school, visit us at https://www.sasaustin.org/