This week at out Summer STEM Club gathering, we had hands-on Small Engine Repair and Auto Shop I-Preventative and Routine Maintenance of Passenger Vehicles. We also talked shop safety. We inventoried what tools most shops need and how to troubleshoot the most commonly recurring problems and how to be proactive them by making some simple observations and using the multimeter to find what it could be. Important above all is scheduling preventative maintenance that would help avoid costly mistakes later
One thing that is critical in preventative maintenance is checking tire pressure and rotating tires on a regular basis. Here we see some students taking part in operating an impact wrench to remove and replace wheel nuts. This of course is followed up with the proper use of a torque wrench and tightening the nuts to spec.
One thing that is critical in preventative maintenance is checking tire pressure and rotating tires on a regular basis. Here we see some students taking part in operating an impact wrench to remove and replace wheel nuts. This of course is followed up with the proper use of a torque wrench and tightening the nuts to spec.
Huge story to tell about Fostoria and our STEM Club field Trip. If you hadn’t seen it in the news, 100,000 people drove to the site and only 50,000 got in. Our vehicle was not one of them. Frustrating, yes. Memorable moment with the kiddos, you bet. Next day, I personally followed Union Pacific "Big Boy 4014 to Arcadia, OH, and I can’t wait to show you the videos. The pics are the closest we got-1/10 of a mile, in traffic over 4 hours and miles of cars to go. The UP 4014 is the largest steam locomotive in operation today. These pictures don't do this 1.2 million pound monster any justice. -Mr. Thomas
The Eanes family spotted this cute eagle during their vacation to Florida.
Landon and Lillian both found eagles during a recent visit to the Columbus Zoo.
Kyndall spotted this eagle at an insurance office a few days ago.
Andy and Nora spotted some eagles at the Cardington Library last week while working on their summer reading programs. Andy's excited to read more about his schools mascot!
Cassidy spotted this cuddly eagle in Orlando at the AAU Volleyball National Tournaments.
Mrs. Jones saw this eagle spare wheel cover during her travels this summer.
The Smith family spotted this eagle during a show at SeaWorld!
Violet saw not one but two eagles while visiting Busch Gardens during a recent vacation.
We hope all of you had a wonderful 4th of July weekend. Here are a few more pictures from the parade courtesy of Gompf Funeral Service and LeAnne Gompf.
The Morrow County Independence Day Parade
Kyndall is ready to celebrate the 250th! Her look is completed with this eagle tattoo.
Happy 4th of July! This week, our GCS Summer Day Camp at North Campus made Eagle puppets for America's 250th and our very own GCS Eagles🦅, of course!
Don't forget to join us on Saturday for the Morrow County Independence Day Parade! We won't know where in the parade line we are till that day. Those participating in the parade may park in the school parking lot and walk over to the fairgrounds. Volunteers should be able to point you in the right direction to find us. Please arrive by 1:30 pm. The parade begins at 2:00 PM.
Parents may walk/ride with us or go watch the parade and pick up their students afterward. Following the parade, students will be transported back to the GCS Elementary School for pickup.
Also, remember to plan accordingly to the weather and the heatwave we've been experiencing. Water bottles, sunscreen, etc., are highly recommended.
Parents may walk/ride with us or go watch the parade and pick up their students afterward. Following the parade, students will be transported back to the GCS Elementary School for pickup.
Also, remember to plan accordingly to the weather and the heatwave we've been experiencing. Water bottles, sunscreen, etc., are highly recommended.
Mrs. Jones found this big guy along Highway 70 in Missouri!
Kyndall found this cute eagle while shopping. Keep sending in your eagle spottings!
The Amateur Radio Relay League sponsored a Field Day this weekend and Mr. Thomas operated the STEM station at the North Campus Saturday night and Sunday. Most of the contacts were with Canada and Florida and no successful contacts outside the Americas. Conditions weren't the best but with patience and persistence a few contacts were logged to make it a fun time.
The antenna was doing well. We just have fine tune it for efficiency. This week we will experiment with speaker wire and constructing end-fed dipoles.
The antenna was doing well. We just have fine tune it for efficiency. This week we will experiment with speaker wire and constructing end-fed dipoles.
Mrs. Jones saw a number of eagles during a recent visit to the Columbus Zoo. She also sent in this picture of a beautiful eagle she saw on a mailbox.
The Dube family had an eagle visit them this week! This eagle was in action, flying above their fields and the tree line. Suddenly, it swooped down and snatched a critter from the tree before flying back over the field in the opposite direction! Thanks for sharing.
