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Leprechaun Trap Challenge (STEM): St. Patrick's Day

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Leprechaun Trap Challenge (STEM) Instructions: Build a trap to catch a leprechaun using everyday materials. Follow the design process below! Objective: Encourage creativity, engineering skills, and problem-solving by designing a functional trap that could catch a mischievous leprechaun. Planning Sheet: Materials List: What will you use? (e.g., paper, string, tape, cardboard, LEGOs, pipe cleaners, cups, paper towel rolls, craft sticks, aluminum foil, etc.) Sketch Your Design: Draw how your trap will work, labeling key parts and mechanisms. Trap Mechanism: How will your trap trigger when the leprechaun enters? Will it use a pulley, lever, or hidden entrance? Will you include bait like gold coins, glitter, or candy? Building Phase: Work on assembling your trap using the selected materials. Testing & Improvements: Try triggering the trap multiple times. Identify any weaknesses and refine the design. Reflection Questions: What was the most challenging part of building the trap? What ...
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Teaching Job Sample Letter

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  For writing a resume, go here:  Teaching Job Resume and Portfolio (teachersindex.com)   Below is a sample letter for a teacher job application. Remember, it is only a guide and should be edited to fit your situation. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Your Email Address] [Your Phone Number] [Date] [Principal's Name] [School Name] [School Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Principal's Name], I am writing to express my interest in the [Position Title] position at [School Name], as advertised. With a passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the academic growth and development of students at your esteemed institution. I recently completed my [Degree Name] in [Subject/Area of Study] from [University Name], where I gained valuable knowledge and skills in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement strategies. My student teaching experie...
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