It used to happen in the garage or basement – kids tinkering with or taking apart old electronics, hammering together wood pieces or constructing with products like legos or erector sets in an attempt to fix or create something new. Now this creating, sharing and transforming is taking place in libraries across the country and here at Brainerd Public Schools.
Brainerd Public School’s new director of technology, Sarah Porisch, brought the idea to the district’s six elementary libraries. She has a vision of how to use technology in a meaningful way. Many MakerSpaces around the country began with 3D printing technologies, something the district is working toward. Mrs. Porisch is passionate about the technology aspects that go into a MakerSpace, but she is not limiting Brainerd Public School MakerSpaces to only technology. Mrs. Porisch values learning and sees technology…
