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April 15, 2024

March 28, 2024: The REF Big Check was out and about this week at Cherry Valley Elementary! These second teachers look thrilled to have received the funds for multiple LEGO insect kits for all of their 2nd grade classrooms!  Their grant request shared that the insect models will expand students' learning of insects through active engagement - building, manipulating, and creating. They'll be learning about additional species and be able to compare and contrast with insects in their standard curriculum.  In addition, the teachers share there are some wonderful social/emotional benefits to using LEGOs in their teaching. They'll practice working together, communicating, problem-solving, and other lifelong skills!  We are excited to see the kids using this favorite "toy" in their learning! Way to go teachers -- finding a fun way to expand and enhance learning. Lots to love about this!