PTO Science Night supported by local STEM professionals
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.
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