Librarian Janice Alpert Librarian: Janice Alpert
For the high school makerspace, I have been working on monthly challenges or seminars to spark interest and foster creativity. In September, we hosted Jose Gomez-Marques from MIT. Jose worked with three different LHS science classes where he taught students about paper fluidity using ampli kits, and explained how medical devices such as nebulizers and epipens work using hands-on demonstrations.
For the high school makerspace, I have been working on monthly challenges or seminars to spark interest and foster creativity. In September, we hosted Jose Gomez-Marques from MIT. Jose worked with three different LHS science classes where he taught students about paper fluidity using ampli kits, and explained how medical devices such as nebulizers and epipens work using hands-on demonstrations.
 Welcoming José Gómez-Márquez to the Lynnfield High Makerspace |  Students engage in hands-on work with visiting presenter José Gómez-Márquez. |
 A student showcases her planned and finished Post-It artwork for the Halloween-themed maker challenge. | During October, students were challenged to create post-it art with a Halloween theme. The post-it art decorated all the windows in the library media center. Our math teacher offered extra credit if students found the area of their design. For February, we had one of our staff members host a chocolate seminar. Students dipped oreos, pretzels, and marshmallows into gooey chocolate goodness and topped it off with sprinkles and heart toppers. While students sampled their creations, they were taught about the chemistry of chocolate. |
 Students enjoy making sweet treats during the Valentine's Day maker activity. |  Learning about the chemistry of chocolate. |
 Calling all filmmakers for the March Makerspace Activity! | March's challenge was a green screen photo challenge were students used the green screen to create either a St. Patrick's Day or a March Madness Video. |
