BuildThinkGrow

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Hillsdale, New Jersey, United States

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- 7 years teaching Middle School STEM - 2 years teaching Robotics and Animation - Background in Elementary Education

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STEM Challenge - Wind Powered Sail Cars

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BuildThinkGrow

Wind-Powered Sail Car STEM Challenge Get your students thinking, designing, and testing with this Wind-Powered Sail Car STEM Challenge! Perfect for middle school (grades 6–8), this hands-on activity gets learners exploring engineering design, forces, and motion — all while having a blast competing to see whose car goes the farthest! This challenge is an excellent fit for: STEM Fridays or early-finish activities Ice breakers at the start of a new marking period Holiday weeks or half days when

5th - 9th

Engineering, Environment, Physics

NGSS

MS-ETS1-2

, MS-ETS1-4

, MS-ETS1-1

Biomechanical Engineering Unit

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Bring STEM to life with this Biomechanical Engineering Unit Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes everything you need to engage your students in the exciting world of engineering design, from vocabulary foundations to hands-on projects. With a mix of presentations, practice activities, assessments, and project-based learning, this bundle saves you planning time while giving your students unforgettable, real-world STEM experiences. What’s Included: Presentation: Animals with Prosthetics

6th - 8th

Biology, Engineering, Physics

NGSS

MS-ETS1-2

, MS-ETS1-4

, MS-ETS1-1

Biomechanical Engineering: Build a Helping Hand

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BuildThinkGrow

Bring energy and creativity to your STEM classroom with this project-based learning challenge! Over the course of one week, students apply each step of the Engineering Design Process to design and build their own prosthetic hand. With a suggested materials list and teacher guidance included, this project encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and innovation. The excitement builds in the share step as students test the effectiveness of their prosthetic hands in a class-wide Rock, Paper, Sci

6th - 8th

Biology, Engineering, Physics

Also included in: Biomechanical Engineering Unit

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Experience

- 7 years teaching Middle School STEM - 2 years teaching Robotics and Animation - Background in Elementary Education

Teaching style

My teaching style is grounded in Project-Based Learning and a student-centered approach that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. I believe students thrive when they feel safe, valued, and empowered both emotionally and academically. I strive to create a classroom culture where all learners are encouraged to take risks, think critically, and explore real-world connections through hands-on, meaningful learning experiences.

Awards & shining teacher moments

🌟 LifeChanger of the Year Nominee (2024-2025) – Honored as a nominee for the national LifeChanger of the Year award, recognizing educators who go above and beyond to make a lasting difference in students’ lives. Praised by students and colleagues for creating a supportive and uplifting classroom where every child feels seen and valued. 🏅 Teacher of the Month (May 2024) – Celebrated by school leadership for exceptional dedication to student growth, positivity, and leadership within the school community.