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Mount Olive School District Launches Exciting Summer STEAM Camp for 2024

Mount Olive, April 2024 - As summer approaches, Mount Olive School District is gearing up to ignite young minds with its much-anticipated 2024 Summer STEAM Camp. With registration now open, parents are encouraged to secure a spot for their children in this enriching educational experience.

Running from July 15th to July 19th, 2024, and continuing from July 22nd to July 26th, 2024, the camp offers flexibility for parents, who can choose to enroll their children for one week or both.

With a dedicated team of educators and industry professionals leading the way, the 2024 Summer STEAM Camp at Mount Olive School District promises to be an unforgettable learning experience for young learners.

Don't miss this opportunity to ignite your child's passion for science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) this summer at Mount Olive School District. Enroll today and watch your child soar to new heights!

This year's camp promises an array of stimulating topics designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and innovation in participants. Here's a glimpse of what's in store:

The Art of Steam–Grade Levels 1-3, 4-5

The Science of Art. The Art of Science. Get ready to create exciting projects by integrating art with scientific discoveries, technology, engineering and math! Student-campers will learn the mysterious science of illusions, understand the math behind kaleidoscopes and create their own, investigate the elements of gravity through a variety of art projects, and culminate with engineering skills to create Lego projects!

Drones–Grade Levels 4-5, 6-7

Enter the Drone Zone! Student-campers will gain valuable drone flight skills utilizing their imagination and eye-hand coordination.

Vex–Grade Levels 4-5, 6-7

Designing tomorrow, today! Student-campers will assemble and modify Vex Robots in a lightly competitive environment in order to complete a task in the most efficient way possible.

Rock ‘n Roll Academy--Grade Levels 5-6-7-8

Are you ready to rock?! Then Rock ‘n Roll Academy is for you! Student-campers will be working in the MOHS Recording Studio on learning how to play in a rock band, and preparing for a performance at the end of the week! Student-campers can choose between playing guitar, bass guitar, piano, drumset or singing. Great for beginners, or for student-campers who want more experience performing!

3-D Printing–Grade Levels 1-3, 4-5, 6-7

Welcome to the World of 3D Printing! Student-campers will explore their own interests and become familiar with modeling programs as they learn about 3D design.

Introduction to STEAM–Grade Levels 1-3, 4-5

The Power of Creativity! Each day, we will explore one of the 5 components of STEAM–Science, Technology, Engineering & Design, Art and Math to inspire inquiry and curiosity and promote creativity and exploration, and work on projects and activities related to the day’s featured component.

Pinewood Derby, Woods and More!–Grade Levels 6-7

Racers, Start Your Engines! This class will teach student-campers how to build and race their own gravity-powered car and experience a true sense of accomplishment and the thrill of friendly competition. In addition, if time allows, student-campers may also work on other wood-working projects.

High Ropes Challenge–Grade Levels 6-7

Adventure Awaits! Student-campers will join our experienced PE instructors for an education in climbing, swinging, belaying off walls, and more! They'll learn the physics of the high ropes course and the importance of teamwork! In this course, student-campers are challenged to trust themselves and their peers, problem-solve collaboratively, build their creative drive, and encourage each other to take risks by participating in team-building activities, traversing tight ropes, climbing rock walls, jumping into space and flying across a zip line that is nearly 30 feet high! Our instructors guide student-campers through challenges that are guaranteed to give them a great time, as well as develop their leadership and communications skills.

High Ropes Challenge (modified)--Grade Levels 4-5

Adventure Awaits! Student-campers will join our experienced PE instructors for an education in climbing, swinging, belaying off walls, and more! They'll learn the physics of the high ropes course and the importance of teamwork! In this course, student-campers are challenged to trust themselves and their peers, problem-solve collaboratively, build their creative drive, and encourage each other to take risks by participating in team-building activities, traversing tight ropes, climbing rock walls, jumping into space and flying across a zip line that is nearly 30 feet high! Our instructors guide student-campers through challenges that are guaranteed to give them a great time, as well as develop their leadership and communications skills.

First Lego League --Grade Level 5-6-7

FLL and the Superpowered Challenge! From Discover to Explore and then to Challenge, student-campers will understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills, while building habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way! This summer, student-campers will have the opportunity to participate in the 2022 Superpowered SM Challenge, engaging in research, problem-solving, coding and engineering-building and programming a LEGO robot that navigates the missions of a robot game. While student-campers will not be competing, they will be engaging in the process!

Space Camp--Grade Level 1-3, 4-5

Out-of-this-world! Space Camp offers student-campers the ability to learn about our Solar System in a unique way. Creating their very own solar system using special materials, learning about constellations, creating their very own Alien planet and diving into galaxy slime, student-campers will really be out of this world!

Engineering--Grade Level 6-7

Brain Bridge! Design elements and learn about forces and the engineering process with amazing bridge-building challenges!

Arduino --Grade Level 4-5, 6-7

Mind-Building! Arduino is an open-source hardware and software company, project, and user community that designs and manufactures single-board microcontrollers and microcontroller kits for building digital devices. Student-campers will learn the different parts of the hardware and how to program using the software and Tinkercard to understand how these pieces all work together!

Music Makers --Grade Level 1-3, 4-5

Investigation to explore sound, design an instrument, create, then evaluate! Student-campers will engage in creating sound instruments by applying an understanding of sound energy, pitch and volume. As student campers complete sound experiments, they use the engineering design cycle to investigate, plan, create, improve, and evaluate their instruments!

To register for the camp and secure your child's spot, visit the registration information below:

Community Fun at the Pancake Breakfast

Our school community came together for a delightful morning of pancakes, smiles, and support at the PTO Applebee's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. One of the highlights of the morning was seeing our dedicated staff taking on the role of servers and engaging with students and families outside of the classroom. It was a heartwarming sight to see our educators volunteering their time and effort to support our school's fundraising initiatives.

Thanks to the generosity and participation of our school community, the pancake breakfast fundraiser was a resounding success. The PTO will use the funds raised for various school programs and initiatives that benefit all our students.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, volunteered, and contributed to making this event a success. Your support and dedication to our school community are truly appreciated and what makes Team Tinc #1!

Poster Art Contest

The Morris County Council of Education Association (MCCEA) Poster Art Contest was held this past month. Students from all schools in grades K-12 were invited to participate by responding to how our school shows unity and togetherness. Two students in 2nd grade here at Tinc were chosen out of all the schools that entered in Morris County.

Congratulations to Sofia Ramirez and Valery Sanders Lasso in Mrs. Iacampo's class. The girls' pictures will be part of a county wide calendar, made into notecards, and each of them will receive a $50 gift card.

Madame TincRoad’s Living Wax Museum

We had an incredible evening at our Read Across America Family Night as students showcased their creativity and knowledge during our Living Wax Museum event. This special night served as a culminating event after a dedicated focus on biographies, where every student had the opportunity to review a book and create a project, all made possible thanks to a EAMO Pride in Education grant.

At the Wax Museum, students brought historical figures and influential personalities to life by dressing up as their chosen person. The effort and attention to detail that went into their costumes were truly remarkable. In addition to embodying their characters, students also presented various projects related to their chosen figures. These projects included eye-catching posters, intricate dioramas, imaginative Wheaties cereal box designs featuring their historical figure, and engaging "All About Me" papers that provided insight into the lives and accomplishments of these remarkable individuals.

The Wax Museum not only showcased our students' creativity and knowledge but also fostered a love for reading, research, creativity and presentation skills. It was a night filled with learning, fun, and community engagement as families came together to support our young learners.

We are incredibly proud of all our students for their hard work and dedication to making Madame TincRoad’s Living Wax Museum a huge success. A special thank you to our Reading Specialist, Mrs. Capone, and the handful of staff members that dedicated hours to planning, set up and cleanup. An additional thank you goes to the Mt. Olive Education Association for the generous grant that made this enriching experience possible for our students.

Exciting STEAM Night Ignites Young Minds

Students at Tinc Road Elementary School had a blast exploring the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) on Friday, January 19th during a special after-school event organized by the Tinc Road PTO, Mrs. Marcinko and Mrs. Capone.

The school's gymnasium and cafeteria transformed into a hub of creativity and innovation as students, teachers, and parents gathered for an evening of hands-on learning and fun. The PTO-run STEAM Night aimed to inspire young minds and spark interest in the fascinating world of STEAM disciplines.

The event featured a variety of engaging activities and interactive stations designed to captivate the curiosity of the students. From exciting science experiments and robotics demonstrations to art projects and mathematical puzzles, there was something for everyone.

Parents actively participated alongside their children, gaining insights into the innovative educational approaches used in the classrooms. The STEAM Night not only provided a fantastic opportunity for families to bond but also highlighted the importance of integrating STEAM concepts into everyday learning.

Events like this take a team to organize! Mrs. Marcinko and Mrs. Capone led the change, but MOERT the Mt. Olive Robotics Team, Boy Scout Pact 156, volunteers from the MOHS National Honor Society, MOHS Jr Air Force and the FTC Club at MOMS with Mr. Ninewise was essential in making the event a huge success.

As the event came to a close, students left with smiles, inspired minds, and perhaps a newfound passion for the exciting world of STEAM.

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