Jun. 11—CLARKSVILLE — A weeklong summer program gave local elementary students the opportunity to engage in fun, hands-on activities focused on problem-solving.
Over the past week, Greater Clark County Schools presented a math and engineering camp for students from Bridgepoint and Parkwood Elementary schools. The camp ended Friday in a public showcase.
The free camp at Parkwood Elementary School was funded by a $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, and it was meant to help recover learning loss caused by the pandemic. About 45 kids a day have been participating in the program.
The first portion of the students’ days were focused on math skills, followed by interactive science lessons featuring Maker 13 and engineers from Jacobi, Toombs & Lanz.
The camp included hands-on activities designed to help students learn about topics ranging from city planning to water filtration….
