During my time at the Host Site, I was responsible for teaching first through eighth grade students how to engineer a park. The goal of the project was to help students understand the basics of engineering and design by guiding them through the process of creating a functional and creative park. We wanted students to learn how to solve problems, work as a team, and think critically, all while making learning fun and meaningful.

Throughout the project, I helped students brainstorm ideas, plan their layouts, think about the needs of a community, and build models of their park designs. We talked about things like safety, accessibility, and how to use space wisely. Students worked in groups, shared their ideas, and presented their final designs to others.

This experience had a big impact on how I teach. I learned how to make lessons hands-on and engaging for a wide range of ages. I also became better at connecting classroom learning to real-world situations. It showed me how powerful project-based learning can be, and it helped shape my teaching style to be more interactive and student-focused.

Grade Level and Subject Taught: 1st-8th