Engineering Pine Wood Derby Fun

Over the past few weeks, our students have been deeply engaged in designing and creating their own 3-D pine wood derby models. This hands-on project was not only a fun and engaging activity for our students, but also an opportunity for them to apply and test their knowledge of engineering principles, particularly aerodynamics.

The variety and creativity of the car designs were a true testament to the ingenuity of our students. Each student had the chance to experiment, through trial and error, to find the perfect combination of elements to create a speedy and efficient derby car. They all showed such resilience and determination in tweaking their designs to get the best performance possible.

We are delighted to announce that our Open House was a huge success! The event, which was attended by many of our wonderful parents and students, was a memorable occasion filled with camaraderie and shared excitement about the coming school year.

We would like to extend a big "Thank You" to all the parents and students who attended our Advanced Learning Center open house over the last 2 nights. Your participation made the event a resounding success and we are immensely grateful for your involvement.

We're thrilled to share that one of our courses, "Teaching as a Profession," led by the dedicated and dynamic Laurie Hansen, recently treated students to a unique, fun, and hands-on learning experience.

With the help of robots from UVU’s Creative Learning Studio, the future educators in Ms. Hansen's class got a glimpse into the possibilities of technology in education. They had the opportunity to design algorithms and choreograph robot dances, blending creativity with technical skills in an immersive learning environment.

This month, we are shining the spotlight on a crucial part of our school support team - our school counselors. School counselors play an integral role in ensuring that our students have excellent educational experiences. Their roles go beyond academics, providing essential social-emotional support to our students.

As part of the school support team, our counselors offer critical assistance to students in various areas, assisting in their personal growth and preparing them for future success. Through a comprehensive school counseling program, they promote achievement for all students, helping set them on a path for postsecondary success.