Thing # 23 Makerspaces

It took me a long time to read and review the different links for this posting.  I wanted to read as much information as possible on this topic.  I  have also spoken to people that have started and/or attended makers's faires.

I have a personal interest in this topic because for my annual performance review. I plan to create a makerspace in the high school library. I  started creating a makerspace in the PHS library in September. I have no budget for this initiative.

 My first step towards this adventure was to put out kinetic sand, popsicle sticks  and origami papers on tables throughout the library.  I tried to start small and cheap. Some teachers and friends have been donating legos.

My real intent is to have a STEM/STEAM makers' space.  I have a raspberry pi, 2 sunfounder kits and 2 arduinos. I haven't loaned these out yet because I'm learning to use them. 

I have tried to get a 3D printer through various grants.

A student is helping me make a take-a-part display of an old computer.

In April, I will be having a Maker's faire in the library. The different departments and content areas, ie  (social studies, math , art etc) are going to set up maker tables for students to browse and create.

This will be me official kick off event. I have students coming from local colleges to also share a skill.

We will start coding classes using Scratch soon.The classes will have to be before school .