In fourth grade, students have been learning about area, perimeter, and math operations. At the same time, they noticed a dilemma on campus: inadequate storage for playground equipment (and their playground balls often left outside). Determined to help, the students worked in teams to design practical solutions for hallway storage. Teams calculated space and storage dimensions and built a budget and proposal. Then they practiced communication and collaboration skills by presenting their ideas to school administrators and board members.

Academic concepts come to life when paired with real application. Our students learned math, but also the ability to solve problems, speak with purpose, and work together!