Despite a sudden snowstorm, about 20 teachers recently gathered for a STEM learning event. Food science, GMOs, and potato chips were on the menu for the Summit Educational Service Center’s “STEMming Up to the Challenge: A STEM Leadership Cadre”. GrowNextGen leader Pam Snyder shared a BreakoutBox challenge that led participants through a variety of questions designed to increase their knowledge of GMOs. The group also toured the Shearer’s Snacks production facility.
Snow’s not stopping this educator event!
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