The Problem Solver
The PS241 STEM Newletter Vol. 2.13
Happy Almost Spring!!!
Congrats to the February Students & Citizens of the Month!!!
Symiah of 401, Hamidou of 501
Citizens-Amber of K01, Fatou of 101, Giovanni of 102, Chrisinti of 201, Erick of 301, Ayanna of 401, Jose of 501
Class 101 & 102 learned about seasons, weather & poetry
Winter Acrostic by Bassirou, Class 101
Winter is fun
I feel happy
Need a jacket
To the park
Everything is good
Real good
Rain Acrostic by Kalil, Class 101
Raindrops
All is wet
I play in the rain
Need a jacket
Alhousayn’s Awesome Alliteration
Summer, sun, sand, silly
Fall, Friday, fun, family
Winter, windy, wacky, weather
Spring, sunny, stormy, seasons
Where Do Forces Come From?, Class 201
forces
makes something happen
power
exactly where it was
imagine
pushes and pulls
force
you can create forces
move
We celebrated STEMulating Your Mind
Sorlandys, Class K01, created a hippocheeze.
We celebrated the 100th Day of School!
David, Class 102, used 100 brick pieces to make a video camera.
We celebrated Engineering Week!
Jason, Class 101, learned how Marco Polo was a hero of STEM before meeting today's STEM heroes at the Engineering Week Career Day.
We're learning about and celebrating Black History Month and Women's History Month!!!
Who was Granville Tailer Woods? By Yolaniel, Class 301
Meet Patricia Bath By Mame Diarra, Class 401
Patricia Bath was the first African American female doctor to patent a medical invention. Patricia Bath's patent #4744360 was a method of removing cataract lenses that transformed eye surgery by using a laser. Patricia Bath became the first African American to complete a medical residency in opthamology.
Hey Guys??? Do you want to learn about a person who invented a bed cabinet? By Leo, Class 501
Born into slavery in 1850, inventor and entrepreneur Sarah E. Goode was the first African-American woman to be granted a patent by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
After receiving her freedom at the end of the Civil War, Goode moved to Chicago and eventually became an entrepreneur. Along with her husband Archibald, a carpenter, she owned a furniture store. Many of her customers, who were mostly working-class, lived in small apartments and didn't have much space for furniture, including beds.
As a solution to the problem, Goode invented a cabinet bed, which she described as a "folding bed," similar to what nowadays would be called a Murphy bed. When the bed was not being used, it could also serve as a roll-top desk, complete with compartments for stationery and other writing supplies.
Goode received a patent for her invention on July 14, 1885. She died in 1905.
Do you know Rebecca Cole??? By Felix, Class 501
She was an American Physician. Rebecca was the second African American woman to receive a M.D. degree in the USA. Rebecca is connected to STEM because she was a doctor. Actually, she was the second African American to be a doctor. Rebecca was an award winner and a special person.
Rebecca Cole can be a rode model for me because I always wanted to know about doctors. Doctors are experts, I always wanted to know how they feel, what steps they do. Plus, Rebecca is an African American female physician I want to know how does that feel to make history. When I was a little kid I wanted to be a doctor so I can be a professional. Also, I will like to study about DNA one day.
Perez's Parent Place
Spring is here. I hope you had great and restful winter. These good feelings are a great way to continue to move through the year. We just finished Parent Teacher Conferences and I am pleased to report that our parent attendance continues to improve. As we move through the year we hope that you can attend the exciting parent programs that are planned for you. On Wednesday, April 10th is a Cooking Workshop. On Friday, April 19th is a Coffee/Tea Hour with the Principal. On Wednesday, April 24th is the next PTA meeting. On Monday, April 29th is an Art Workshop. All parent programs begin promptly at 9am. Parents are encouraged to complete their Parent Survey forms. If you did not receive a survey or if you have any questions, problems or just want to become a more active and involved parent at P.S. 241, visit room 110 or contact me at (212) 678-2898 ext: 1102. I also encourage you t visit the school's website for updated information.
I hope to see you soon at one of our parent events,
Michelle Perez, Parent Coordinator
Save The Dates For These Upcoming Events
Explore Colorful Candy Kitchen Science at Family Science Night!
Thursday, March 21
5pm-6:30pm
The Cafeteria
Come to an evening of family fun where you can talk and work together with your children while learning!
Check Out Your Problem Solving Skills!!!
Turn your answers into Ms. Petev and the winners will be announced in the next issue!
Two fathers and two sons. Only three fish and no fish were lost. How can this have happened?
We are learning today to be the problem solvers of tomorrow!
Email: mperez50@schools.nyc.gov
Website: www.241stem.com
Location: PS241 STEM Institute of Manhattan 240 West 113th Street, New York, NY
Phone: 212 678 2898