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RESEARCH
Research what makerspaces are currently active in the district focusing on STEAM. This includes sending surveys to staff -
Presentation of Makerspaces for STEAM idea
Explain the
1) What is a makerspace?
2)Why are we doing it?
3)What are the downsides and how to overcome?
4)What are the implications for learning? -
Focus Groups
Create focus groups to discuss the vision of the project and ideas for best way to implement it. -
Vision of makerspaces for STEAM
Present vision of makerspaces for STEAM in the district and recruit staff to be on the Makerspace STEAM committee. -
Orientation for Makerspace STEAM committee
Present project timeline to committee. Assign duties to members. Discuss stafffing, hours, and locations for makerspaces. -
Committee meeting on progress
Meet with the committee to discuss progress and what else needs to be done upon return from summer break. Review timeline and update as needed. -
Committee meeting on progress
Check in with committee regarding progress and what else needs to be done prior to opening day. -
OPENING DAY
Roll out the program. Have each site participate in the event together via webcam. Thank all committee members, staff, and the community for making the project a reality. Discuss what's available, hours, and staffing for each site. -
Quarterly meeting for Makerspace STEAM committee
Discuss what's going well and what needs improvement. Explain that meetings will occur quarterly. Next meetings will be: April 2020, September 2020, and November 2020