Recently, Amy Pitts, a Senior Geologist for Education and Outreach, visited 8th graders at Greene County Middle School as part of the NC Science Festival Sci Match program. The goal of this program is to engage students in science-based activities and promote interest in the field. In addition to her visit with the 8th graders, the school also hosted a night of science for families, supported by a grant from Duke Energy.
The event at West Greene was a huge success, with students and their families participating in various science activities that they could enjoy together. The school provided a hot dog dinner for families and encouraged interactions with teachers and staff in a fun and engaging environment. Assistant Principal Samantha Haislip noted that the grant from Duke Energy included materials for ten different science-based activities for families to partake in.
In addition to the science activities, the event also featured science read-aloud sessions, parent EOG sessions, and a green screen for families to enjoy. Upon arriving, families were given stamp cards to track their participation in the activities. After accumulating a certain number of stamps, families could enjoy a hotdog dinner and even receive a free Lego Education kit. In total, 53 Lego kits were handed out, with approximately 150 people attending the event. The evening proved to be a successful and engaging opportunity for families to explore the world of science together.