The Bluffton Elementary PTO is hosting a Science Night event with hands-on STEM activities for families of K-5th grade students from 6-8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1 at the Bluffton elementary and middle schools, 102 S. Jackson St.

The parent-teacher organization held the first such event in February 2020, with participation by some 300 students and their families. 

The 2022 science, technology, engineering and math activities will be provided by several businesses and non-profit organizations, area universities, Bluffton Schools staff members and high school students, as well as the PTO. Students will receive passports to help them track how many activities they complete with the opportunity to earn a prize.

Bluffton Elementary PTO, Phases of the Moon

Bluffton Elementary School - Ryan Dunlap, Speed Predictions

Bluffton Schools - Sarah Jebsen, Fitness and Heart Rate

Bluffton Family Recreation, Invisible Ink and UV Lights

Bluffton High School - Mr. Hoff, Microscopes and Brain Dissection

Bluffton University Science Club, Lava Lamps and Riley Creek Invertebrates

Children’s Museum of Findlay

Folly Faces, Face Painting

GROB Systems, Claw Machine

JB Networks, LED Flashlights

Johnny Appleseed Park District

Marathon Pipe Line, Edible Soil

Miss Tyler and Friends, Foil Boat Challenge

Ohio Northern University Civil Engineering – Dr. Lauren Logan, Water Resources Management

Ohio Northern University Nursing, Body Simulator and Chest Compression Mannequins

Ohio Northern University Pharmacy, Stress Balls and Hand Washing

University of Findlay – Dr. Tice, Biodiesel Demonstration

University of Findlay – Dr. Emmert, Density Activity

University of Findlay – Dr. Luchtveld 

The Bluffton Elementary PTO currently has some 10 active members. The board includes president Karen Byers, vice-president Laura Green , secretary Teri Steinmetz and treasurer Heidi Steiner.

The organization provides “extras” for students and teachers. In May, the PTO will celebrate Teacher Appreciation and provide t-shirts for the Elementary School field day. During the pandemic, the organization has provided quarterly teach meals.

For more information about the Bluffton Elementary PTO, visit https://www.facebook.com/BlufftonPTO.