ImagineWest Micro School
West Edgecombe Middle School
Final Spokes Projects
The Micro School just wrapped up its first round of Design Challenges this year. As you may remember, we give each group of students a unique question that forces them to think about potential solutions to real-world issues, both in the local community and in the world at large. These questions are designed to push student thinking through a lens of cognitive skills that will be assessed at the completion of their projects.
They spend several weeks assessing the root of the question, conducting research and gathering information about the issue, and then finally prototyping their solutions by producing an actual product or experience that addresses the question. These final products can take the form of anything from a physical item, to a YouTube channel, to a thoroughly constructed design plan.
Take a look at some of the Design Challenges your students have been working on, and check out the AWESOME solutions they came up with!
DESIGN CHALLENGES
"How Might We" promote healthy living through agricultural awareness and activity?
"How Might We" change the perception of Rocky Mount and surrounding communities?
"Our group answered the question by finding solutions for after school activities. My group felt like we could decrease the amount of gang participation and activity by creating activities and groups after school as another option. By decreasing gang activity and participation, we could improve one perception of Rocky Mount. Our students created arcades, youtube channels, drawing clubs, and more!"
"How Might We" make school fun and personalized while maintaining high academic standards?
"How Might We" change, innovate, and create mindsets in our school and community.
ImagineWest Micro School
Email: imaginewest@ecps.us
Website: wems.ecps.us
Location: 6301 Nobles Mill Pond Road, Rocky Mount, NC, USA
Phone: 252-446-2030
Facebook: facebook.com/westedgecombems