Hands on science lessons for Independence students

At UCSB, this science education program sparks connection, innovation among kids

Tucked in a classroom at UC Santa Barbara, Ander Chambers spent his Friday morning building a makeshift rollercoaster using painter’s tape, parts of pool noodles and glass marbles. “We have a lot of twists and a lot of areas where it’s not flat,” he said, pointing to his creation on the wall.  Chambers, who just graduated from the seventh grade, is one of the dozens of students who participated in SciTrek this summer, a science outreach program …

Hands on science lessons for Independence students

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio – Youngsters in Independence schools have enjoyed a whole new approach to learning science over the past year.