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Duke Energy Science Night
Gaston Elementary Scholars and Super Hero Leaders had an exciting time at the Duke Energy Science Night on April 19th! Scholars and their families explored science, technology, engineering and mathematics through engaging hands-on activities such as Magnetic Painting, Boat Builders, Air Power, and more. Mr. and Mrs. Kronner came from Must-Innov8, Inc. to provide our students with an opportunity to explore robotics. Mrs. Vincent, EFNEP Educator, Extension Program Assistantcame from Northampton County's Cooperative Extension Center to share information about healthy choices with our Scholars and their families. D. Bradley, middle school student, shared information about bees. He shared information about how he maintains the bee colonies and collects the honey.
We would like to thank all of the faculty and staff for their support. We are so thankful for our Partners in Education, B. Bradley, D. Bradley, W. Bradley, B. Ingram, M. Kelly, K. Cochran, J. Kronner, L. Kronner, K. Robinson, T. Vincent, E. Walthour, and S. Watson. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your support.
Duke Energy Science Nights are an initiative of the North Carolina Science Festival. The Duke Energy Foundation funds this initiative. We would like to thank them for all of the free supplies and activities that were provided in order to schedule this event. The North Carolina Science Festival is now a month-long celebration of science that occurs every April. For the complete calendar of events, visit www.ncsciencefestival.org.