KidWind Challenge

A student shows off materials included in the KidWind package

Evergreen 4th grade teacher Kevin Tomlinson poses with Kristin Craven, Executive Director and Michael Wagman, Board Member of PVSD Foundation

Through experiences at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit’s STEELS Expo, a host of different science opportunities were presented to teachers to implement in their classrooms. One such opportunity offers national and state-level competitions for students focused on designing effective wind turbines. This challenge asks students to engineer turbine blades to generate electricity and test them out in a custom wind tunnel, all while doing so in a fun, competition-based format.

Evergreen Elementary School 4th Grade Teacher Kevin Tomlinson is looking to implement the KidWind challenge with his students as they develop an understanding of engineering, design, collaboration, and renewable energy. These topics are increasingly relevant through the new science standards rolling out in Pennsylvania. By joining the KidWind challenge, students can be at the forefront of this project, potentially connecting with students across the state at the competitions hosted at various Penn State satellite campuses. KidWind offers multiple options and learning opportunities, such as in-person events, virtual challenges, art contests, and even a chance to host and sponsor your local event.

To support this learning experience, PVSD Foundation provided financial support to purchase the classroom set of KidWind supplies. It shows the importance that PVSD Foundation places on collaborative learning experiences that support student growth and engagement.

Mr. Tomlinson's class poses with the big check and supplies from the KidWind Challenge package

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