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Planning Guide
Reading in STEM Night with Koding Kids
Overview:
The Reading in STEM Night is a special event designed to engage students and their families in interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities with a focus on reading and coding. The event will feature hands-on learning activities using the Koding Kids curriculum, as well as a variety of other interactive stations that integrate reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines.
Objectives:
1. To encourage students and parents to explore the connections between reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines.
2. To provide hands-on learning experiences for students and their families.
3. To foster a sense of community among students, parents, teachers, and school staff.
NEXT - Planning Timeline
Overview:
The Reading in STEM Night is a special event designed to engage students and their families in interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities with a focus on reading and coding. The event will feature hands-on learning activities using the Koding Kids curriculum, as well as a variety of other interactive stations that integrate reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines.
Objectives:
1. To encourage students and parents to explore the connections between reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines.
2. To provide hands-on learning experiences for students and their families.
3. To foster a sense of community among students, parents, teachers, and school staff.
NEXT - Planning Timeline
Planning Timeline
8 - 12 Weeks Before the Event:
- Develop a detailed schedule for the event, including the timing of each activity and the location of each station.
- Create a list of materials and supplies needed for each activity.
- Recruit volunteers (teachers, parents, students) to help with the setup, operation, and cleanup of the event.
- Begin promoting the event to students and parents through newsletters, flyers, school website, and social media.
6 - 8 Weeks Before the Event:
- Set a date and time for the event.
- Confirm the availability of the school facilities needed for the event.
- Contact Koding Kids team, if requesting an author/artist to confirm their availability and to discuss the specific activities they will be leading.
- Develop a preliminary budget for the event, including costs for refreshments, materials, and any other expenses.
4 - 6 Weeks Before the Event:
- Confirm the final budget for the event.
- Order or purchase any necessary materials and supplies.
- Confirm the final schedule and the list of volunteers for the event.
- Send a reminder about the event to students and parents, and request RSVPs to get an estimate of the number of attendees.
2 - 4 Weeks Before the Event:
- Hold a meeting with all volunteers to review their roles and responsibilities, and to discuss the setup and operation of each activity.
- Confirm the final details with Koding Kids, including the number of attendees, the schedule, and any special requirements.
- Confirm the arrangements for refreshments, including any necessary permits or approvals.
1 - 2 Weeks Before the Event:
- Send a final reminder to students and parents, including the schedule of activities and any other important information.
- Confirm the final arrangements for the setup and cleanup of the event, including the arrival time for volunteers.
Day Before the Event:
- Set up the event space, including the arrangement of tables, chairs, and activity stations.
- Test all equipment and materials to ensure they are in working order.
- Confirm the final details with all volunteers, including their arrival times and assignments.
Day of the Event:
- Arrive early to complete any final setup and to ensure that all stations are ready for operation.
- Hold a brief meeting with all volunteers to review their assignments and to address any last-minute questions or concerns.
- Greet attendees as they arrive and provide them with a schedule of activities and a map of the event space.
- Monitor the event to ensure that all activities are running smoothly and that all attendees are having a positive experience.
- Take pictures and celebrate the event on Social Media.
- Offer prizes for the most engagement on Social Media.
- Thank the attendees for coming and encourage them to provide feedback on the event.
Initiation Letter
Subject: Invitation to Reading in STEM Night with Koding Kids!
Dear [School Name] Families,
We are delighted to invite you and your children to our special Reading in STEM Night, featuring hands-on learning activities using the Koding Kids curriculum! This exciting event will take place on [date] from [time] to [time] at the [school name or location].
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a crucial part of our curriculum, and integrating reading into STEM education is a powerful way to enhance learning and stimulate creativity. This event is designed to encourage students and their families to explore the connections between reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines through a variety of interactive activities.
The Koding Kids, an organization dedicated to teaching coding to children, will be leading a series of workshops based on their curriculum. These workshops will introduce children and parents to coding through storytelling and hands-on activities. No prior coding experience is necessary, and the activities will be suitable for all ages and levels of experience.
Other activities during the Reading in STEM Night will include:
- Reading stations featuring STEM-related books and stories
- Interactive coding games and puzzles- Engineering design challenges
- Technology showcases, including robotics
Refreshments will be served, and there will also be an opportunity for parents to meet and chat with teachers and other families.
We hope you will join us for an evening of fun, learning, and creativity. Please RSVP by [date] to ensure we have enough materials and refreshments for everyone.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at Reading in STEM Night!
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Title/Position]
[School Name]
Dear [School Name] Families,
We are delighted to invite you and your children to our special Reading in STEM Night, featuring hands-on learning activities using the Koding Kids curriculum! This exciting event will take place on [date] from [time] to [time] at the [school name or location].
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a crucial part of our curriculum, and integrating reading into STEM education is a powerful way to enhance learning and stimulate creativity. This event is designed to encourage students and their families to explore the connections between reading, coding, and other STEM disciplines through a variety of interactive activities.
The Koding Kids, an organization dedicated to teaching coding to children, will be leading a series of workshops based on their curriculum. These workshops will introduce children and parents to coding through storytelling and hands-on activities. No prior coding experience is necessary, and the activities will be suitable for all ages and levels of experience.
Other activities during the Reading in STEM Night will include:
- Reading stations featuring STEM-related books and stories
- Interactive coding games and puzzles- Engineering design challenges
- Technology showcases, including robotics
Refreshments will be served, and there will also be an opportunity for parents to meet and chat with teachers and other families.
We hope you will join us for an evening of fun, learning, and creativity. Please RSVP by [date] to ensure we have enough materials and refreshments for everyone.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at Reading in STEM Night!
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Title/Position]
[School Name]
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