COMMACK, NEW YORK — Mrs. Sorgie, Kindergarten teacher at Rolling Hills Primary School (RHPS) in the Commack School District, engaged her class in a STEM lesson about force in the science lab. Students received a hands-on learning experience in a collaborative workspace while experimenting with motion and stability by using simple materials like wooden blocks, ramps and toy cars.
The class was prompted to brainstorm and use the materials given to them to create an inclined plane to witness how force and motion work together. Students were encouraged to apply their curiosity in a new way while having fun with their classmates.
This activity focused on building foundational STEM skills—such as communication and creativity—that are essential in the engineering process. Implementing STEM concepts at an early age for students has been a hallmark of the Commack School District’s educational model for several years.
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