Blog Posts

Four ways to maximize your remaining budget

Posted by Kate Radell on June 19, 2024

 

Maximizing your budget can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially during the end of a busy school year. But fear not! Here at Pitsco, we want to help you stretch those dollars further than ever before. In this blog, we’ll explore four ways to make the most of your remaining budget – from finalizing summer fun with STEAM activities to restocking for the upcoming school year, investing in your professional development, and trying out exciting new products, we’ve got all the tips you’ll need to ensure a successful summer and upcoming school year for both you and your students. Let’s dive in and make every penny count!

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Topics: IN THE CLASSROOM, Middle School, High School, BEYOND THE CLASSROOM, FUNDING, IDEAS & INSPIRATION, Teacher Resources, Science, STEM, Resources, Engineering, Teacher Development, Coding, Professional Development, Workforce Development

Igniting curiosity in a young learner’s world with preschool education

Posted by Abi Dreyer on March 25, 2024

In the vibrant time of childhood, there exists an extraordinary canvas waiting to be painted with the colors of curiosity, wonder, and boundless imagination! It’s the duty of parents and educators alike to help little learners find their way and discover all the amazing experiences the world of education has to offer. It can be difficult to know where to start and how to move forward though. So, let us help pave the way for successful preschool education!

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Topics: IN THE CLASSROOM, Teacher Resources, Resources, Teacher Development, Future Ready, innovate, Early Childhood

How to create an engaging summer camp using hands-on STEM

Posted by Abi Dreyer on March 01, 2024

Looking to create an unforgettable summer camp experience packed with hands-on STEM activities? Look no further! Our 2024 Summer Camps Solution Guide is here to simplify your planning process. This solution is chock-full of all the fan favorite Pitsco products we have to offer. With tons of simple materials in ready-to-go kits, your summer camp will be the easiest event yet. Easy doesn’t mean boring either! These featured kits are anything but ordinary. They include engaging, hands-on materials that are sure to make your summer program stand out! Let’s check out some of the exciting, unique STEM solutions offered in our guide.

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Topics: BEYOND THE CLASSROOM, IDEAS & INSPIRATION, ROBOTICS, Camps, Teacher Resources, Collaborations, STEM, Resources, Engineering, Coding, Activities, Hands-on Learning, STEAM, innovate, Art, 3-D Printing

What’s trending in early learning

Posted by Preston Frazier on January 27, 2022

Updated 6/18/24

“I continue to believe that if children are given the necessary tools to succeed, they will succeed beyond their wildest dreams!” – David Vitter, former US Senator

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Topics: Elementary School, Camps, Teacher Resources, STEM, Social and emotional learning, 21st Century Skills, Hands-on Learning, STEAM

Activity: T-Bot® offers leverage for exploring simple machines

Posted by Admin on January 19, 2022

Updated 5/30/24

A great physical science education tool isn’t just exciting while you’re using it; it continues to provoke thought and make real-world connections well after you’ve placed it back on the shelf. Case in point: I recently spent time exploring Pitsco’s T-Bot® Hydraulic Arm. It was a fun challenge using the hydraulic robot arm to pick up and move blocks, and I thought about links to automation and heavy machinery as I used it. But, to my surprise, after I put the device away, what I really couldn’t stop thinking about was my own arm.

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Topics: IN THE CLASSROOM, Middle School, Elementary School, High School, ROBOTICS, Teacher Resources, Science, Technology, STEM, Authentic Learning, Activities, Hands-on Learning