Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School

Our school recently hosted a STEM Night, an event that underscored the importance of fostering a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among students. This event was organized by curriculum specialists, Ms. Douglas(MLK Jr. School) and Mrs. Smith (McDonnell School). They worked hard to ensure that this event was a success. Students had to visit all the vendors to get a sticker and returned to the cafeteria to grab food and refreshments. Additionally, parents got an opportunity to get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize.

STEM education plays a vital role in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the future, equipping them with the critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. STEM Night provided an immersive and interactive platform for students to engage with STEM concepts in a fun and engaging way, sparking curiosity and igniting a love for learning. By participating in hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and engaging exhibits, students were able to explore the wonders of STEM firsthand, gaining valuable insights and experiences that will inspire them to pursue further study and careers in STEM fields. STEM Night not only showcased the exciting possibilities of STEM education but also highlighted its relevance and significance in shaping the future of our students and society as a whole. We would like to thank the following vendors for their dedication and participation:

  • Daphne Rivera

  • Mathnasium of Huntsville

  • Clubs for the Future Classroom

  • 4H Cooperative Extensions Systems

  • Bakers Learning Kitchen

  • Northrop Grumman Corporation

  • Laura Sicks

  • Gem and Mineral Society

  • Credit Union

  • Tuskegee Airmen

  • First Horizon

  • Main Event

  • Bank of Frankewing

  • Aeroject Rocketdyne

  • Women in Defense

  • North Alabama Homebuilding

  • Torch Technology

  • Boeing

  • AMSTI

  • Military Child

  • MDA STEM Outreach

  • USDA Forest Service and A&M Forestry Dept.

  • National Space Camp HSV

  • Huntsville Electro-P=Optical Society (HEOS)

  • Invariant Corporation