Elementary, middle students take part in enrichment camps

Middle school students had the opportunity to learn about the pottery/glazing/kiln process and were able to paint a plate, bowl or mug while visiting the Glazed Bisque-It in Roanoke. Photo courtesy of Jodie Robinson

A middle school camper tries his hand at making johnnycakes. Photo courtesy of Jodie Robinson

Elementary students built solar ovens in the Center for Energy Efficient Design. Courtesy of Jodie Robinson

Cooking was one of the activities in which elementary school campers participated. Courtesy of Jodie Robinson

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Jodie Robinson

Friday, July 26, 2013

Elementary and middle school students took part in Franklin County Public Schools’ summer enrichment camps in June. The planned activities for the younger students were centered on the theme GATEWAY Goes Green!, which encouraged taking care of the Earth and making healthy and environmentally responsible choices.

The theme for the summer enrichment camp for middle school students was Out & About. The 27 students who attended visited regional places that highlighted history, science, music, technology and the arts, including the Blue Ridge Farm Institute at Ferrum College and Amazement Square in Lynchburg.

Monday, August 12, 2013