The Parkers Chapel School District’s STEM program continues to grow and, to mark this fact, the district held the second annual STEM Night on August 3.
At a PCSD board meeting on July 21, STEM program director Lyn Coffman talked about the then-upcoming Family STEM Night and the benefits it and the program as a whole bring the district.
“We partner with various industries and organizations who come and do science, engineering, technology and math activities with our kids. Last year we had a really great time,” Coffman said.
Local industry leaders including Lanxess and Lockheed Martin participated in the event, along with others including Georgia Pacific.
The event opened with a reception for the participating businesses and attendees and, besides the activities, included door prizes and concluded with a laser light show.
“It’s a win-win. Businesses win because they are getting a…