Phipps Neighborhoods wanted to bring new ideas and technology to their students get them excited about exploring STEAM during the hot NYC summer session. Ready, Set, Drone was selected as a great way to introduce important tech to students that is being used worldwide. Other project topics included structural engineering concepts through building roller coasters and automobiles and performing real-world science experiments to learn about the scientific method
We are committed to bringing not only engaging and inspiring STEM content to our students and communities, but also new and upcoming concepts and technologies. All participating students passed the online TRUST certification to become licensed recreational drone flyers, giving them real documentation of their learning in progress. Bringing projects like drones into our programs fosters excitement about how our world is changing, and how our students can be a part of the future!
Students took turns flying drones using tablets and smartphones. In addition, obstacle courses were created and time trials were recorded.
Using kits and classroom supplies, students wireframed and designed by hand different forms of roller coasters, observing speed and safety.
Our young automobile engineers learned about the many different types of vehicles, what they are used for, and the parts that make them up! Here is a group with their race car.
We are committed to bringing not only engaging and inspiring STEM content to our students and communities, but also new and upcoming concepts and technologies. All participating students passed the online TRUST certification to become licensed recreational drone flyers, giving them real documentation of their learning in progress. Bringing projects like drones into our programs fosters excitement about how our world is changing, and how our students can be a part of the future!
