Wiesbaden Elementary hosts STEAM Day focused on aviation

Schultz, Maria

Sep 26, 2024

Madden, a third grade student, shares that his favorite part of the day was having his dad as one of the guest speakers and experiencing STEAM Day with him. (Photo credit Maria Schultz)

Students at Wiesbaden Elementary School took flight during a special STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Day event focused on aviation.

The highlight of the day was a visit from guest speakers with the 1-214th General Support Aviation Battalion, stationed at Clay Kaserne, who shared insights on the mechanics of helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft. Throughout the day, students engaged in hands-on activities exploring the science behind helicopter aerodynamics, the art of aviation design, and writing exercises. They were tasked with projects that brought real-world aviation concepts to life, reinforcing classroom lessons.

Partner and group work encouraged students to apply their social-emotional learning skills, fostering teamwork and collaboration. Meanwhile, interviews with the aviation guests gave students a chance to practice their communication skills and gain valuable perspectives from those in the field.

Third grade students from Maria Schultz’s class smile for a picture with the guest speakers after the event. (Photo credit Maria Schultz)

"This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to connect STEAM principles to real-world applications," said Jamie Charles, a third grade teacher at Wiesbaden Elementary. "Their excitement about aviation, along with their teamwork, made this a day to remember."

The event successfully combined learning, creativity, and career inspiration, leaving students with a new appreciation for aviation and its possibilities.