Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

from a young age. Recognizing the importance of early exposure to diverse skill areas, the district has crafted a curriculum rich in hands-on experiences, particularly emphasizing STEM and STEAM activities. The journey begins at the elementary level, where students dive into the realm of robotics and technology. Bearup acknowledges, “That is such a huge part because as you get a little older, and you get into talking more about careers and skills, it ties in so well. You don’t just read about things and have the ability or the skills to do things, you need those hands-on experiences.” The district is not only committed to exposing students to these experiences but also supports teachers in translating the curriculum into engaging learning opportunities, with instructional technology staff readily available to assist in this endeavor. SKILL-BASED LEARNING AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Grandville Public Schools actively cultivates skill- 267 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 GRANDVI LLE PUBL IC SCHOOLS