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This week Brittany Labinger and I had the honor of attending the City of Austin's Grant for Technology Opportunities Proclamation Ceremony on behalf of Thinkery. Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes celebrated with us and so many other incredible community partners (Todos Juntos, AUTMHQ, Latinitas and Breakthrough Central TX to name a few!) working to advance digital inclusion. The GTOPs funding is in support of Thinkery's EdExchange program working with Title I educators to integrate innovative technology and STEAM learning in the classroom - which just kicked off their summer program this week!

This week Brittany Labinger and I had the honor of attending the City of Austin's Grant for Technology Opportunities Proclamation Ceremony on behalf of Thinkery. Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes celebrated with us and so many other incredible community partners (Todos Juntos, AUTMHQ, Latinitas and Breakthrough Central TX to name a few!) working to advance digital inclusion. The GTOPs funding is in support of Thinkery's EdExchange program working with Title I educators to integrate innovative technology and STEAM learning in the classroom - which just kicked off their summer program this week!

I feel re-energized after a few days of joyful learning at Thinkery's Edexchange. This program offers professional development in STEAM technology integration to teachers in Central Texas from pre-k to 5th grade. Like Elena Aguilar says, "What if professional development was like a party?" Well, this felt exactly like that! Participants engaged in hands-on activities with Bee-bots, Legos, Makey Makey, and more, sparking creativity and innovation. Take a peek at some of the participant's projects! #STEAM #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #Innovation #Thinkeryatx

Austin's most playful party of the year is back! SAVE THE DATE for Tuesday, October 15, 2024. We invite you to Thinkery's celebratory event, which will be filled with joyful learning, delicious food, and refreshing drinks. Immerse yourself in an environment where creativity and innovation flourish through interactive STEAM demonstrations, storytelling, and opportunities to invest in joyful learning for all. It's a party you won't want to miss; learn more at https://ow.ly/elmh50SEytA

Did you hear the big news? We are opening a NEW exhibit at Thinkery on July 15! Explore the design-build process in imaginative new worlds and hidden spaces with our newest exhibit, Fortastic Adventure: Imagine. Design. Build! Our incredible Exhibits and Facilities Team completely designed and fabricated this exhibit in-house, and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gknEhhtt

Discovering the magic of STEAM learning partnerships with Brittany, Thinkery's Senior STEAM Educator! From hands-on workshops to on-campus collaborations, Brittany builds joyful learning partnerships that inspire educators and ignite curiosity in students. “I love to see students indulging their curiosities without fear of mistakes or failure, and that’s where the joyful learning begins!" Read more about how Brittany sparks joyful partnerships on Thinkery's blog

Attention all early childhood and elementary educators! You are invited to participate in a 3-day Summer Intensive course from July 23 to July 25, 9 am - 1 pm. This program will focus on inclusive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) practices for your classroom. This professional development opportunity will provide you with the chance to explore, play, learn, and plan for the Fall. During Thinkery's Summer Intensive, you will collaborate with Thinkery Instructional Coaches and your peers to create lessons, projects, and units suited for learners of all abilities, including bilingual English/Spanish language learners. The workshops will cover integrating STEAM practices into all content areas with a special focus on the topics of STEAM for ALL, Teaching with Technology, and Outdoor Learning. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gMk-ZJBs.

Extra, extra, learn all about it! Thinkery's 2023 impact report is hot off the press. We are on a mission to lead the future of play-based STEAM learning experiences that inspire and equip all children to be confident, creative thinkers. Learn more about the contributions we continue to make in Central Texas alongside our community! https://lnkd.in/gSHRCHna 

Next month in Thinkery’s Maker Space, we’re diving into the world of Scribble Bots—fun, vibrating robots that draw colorful patterns on paper. These bots are powered by motors and batteries, which create the movement needed to produce their unique designs. 🤖 I’m excited to prototype a new variation of scribble bots, these little wooden disks with pre-drilled holes offer the opportunity for one to play with balance!

STEAM Kids Education Had a Blast Last Night at the Thinkery Juneteenth Celebration as we taught students about Urban Gardening!