PETE&C: Animated Art - Robotics and Paper Prototyping
Create 2-D and 3-D designs with FabMaker Studio then bring your art to life programming lights, motors, and sensors with Birdbrain Technologies Hummingbird robotics. Experience how easy it is to incorporate art, computer science and engineering into your elementary or middle school classroom.
Speaker(s): Lorraine Shaffer (Kid's Innovation Playground), Andrea Calvin (Vice President, FableVision Learning)
View full PETE&C Program here.
What: Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo & Conference 2024
When: February 6, 2024 3:10 - 4:00PM EDT
Where: Tea House, Hershey Hotel 100 Hotel Rd, Hershey, PA 17033
FableVision/Reynolds Center to join ScIC13: Science is Cool 13- Live from D.C. with the Department of Education
FableVision/Reynolds Center Paul Reynolds and Andrea Calvin are excited to join ScIC13: Science is Cool 13- Live from D.C. with the Department of Education on Thursday, Sept. 21 starting at 12 (ET). Broadcast live from the EdGames Expo in Washington D.C., this event is a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge educational technology and captivating games.
Speakers will include renowned developers and STEM education experts who will share their incredible classroom technologies and how they use art and design in creating them. Discover how to leverage the immersive nature of games to foster a deep understanding of scientific principles and learn how to successfully incorporate new technology into the classroom to teach students the 21st -century skills they need to succeed.
Whether you're a seasoned science teacher seeking to revitalize your instructional approach or an aspiring educator eager to explore the frontiers of educational technology, this event is tailor-made for you.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your horizons, connect with fellow educators, and gain invaluable insights into the ever-evolving world of ed tech and games.
What: 9th Annual ED Games Expo
When: Wednesday, September 20th, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Virtual Event
About the ED Games Expo
The ED Games Expo is a public showcase of game-changing education technology innovations developed through programs at the Institute of Education Sciences, the U.S. Department of Education, and across government. With morning events organized for area schools and evening public engagements, the 9th annual expo hosted John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts REACH in DC on Wednesday, Sept. 20 - Thursday, Sept. 21, promises to be a packed experience. More info can be found here
FableVision/Reynolds Center to Highlight Maker Tools at ED Games Expo Public Showcase
FableVision/Reynolds Center is excited to join the 9th Annual ED Games Expo in D.C. for a public showcase of “game-changing” EdTech innovations on Wednesday, September 20 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts REACH in DC.
This event will include an opportunity to get hands-on with FabMaker Studio, a digital design and fabrication program that focuses on paper prototyping, and Zoombinis Club, a collection of collaborative activities to introduce computational thinking skills before participants hop online to play the award-winning and research-based Zoombinis game.
During the evening, stop by the Justice Forum Theater at 6 p.m. to hear from FableVision/Reynolds Center CEO Paul Reynolds as he connects the dots between literacy, collaboration and STEAM.
We are excited to see you there! RSVP here
What: 9th Annual ED Games Expo
When: Wednesday, September 20th, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Kennedy Center for Performing Arts REACH, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20037
About the ED Games Expo
The ED Games Expo is a public showcase of game-changing education technology innovations developed through programs at the Institute of Education Sciences, the U.S. Department of Education, and across government. With morning events organized for area schools and evening public engagements, the 9th annual expo hosted John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts REACH in DC on Wednesday, Sept. 20 - Thursday, Sept. 21, promises to be a packed experience. More info can be found here
ED Games Expo: FabMaker Studio & Zoombinis Club School Showcase on Wednesday
FableVision/Reynolds Center is excited to join the 9th Annual ED Games Expo Student Showcase on Wednesday, September 20 at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts REACH in DC.
This event will include an opportunity to get hands-on with FabMaker Studio, a digital design and fabrication program that focuses on paper prototyping, and Zoombinis Club, a collection of collaborative activities to introduce computational thinking skills before participants hop online to play the award-winning and research-based Zoombinis game.
The morning session is designed for elementary school students (grades 1-5) and the afternoon session is designed for middle and high school students (grades 6-12).
Space is limited, but DC-area schools are encouraged to register here.
We are excited to see you there! RSVP here
What: 9th Annual ED Games Expo
When: Wednesday, September 20th, 10:00a.m-2:30 p.m.
Where: Kennedy Center for Performing Arts REACH, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20037
More information here
About the ED Games Expo
The ED Games Expo is a public showcase of game-changing education technology innovations developed through programs at the Institute of Education Sciences, the U.S. Department of Education, and across government. With morning events organized for area schools and evening public engagements, the 9th annual expo hosted John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts REACH in DC on Wednesday, Sept. 20 - Thursday, Sept. 21, promises to be a packed experience. More info can be found here.
FableVision Learning & RCTLC Educator's Night at Blue Bunny
Calling all educators! Hop on down to the Blue Bunny for a creativity recharge with FableVision Learning and The Reynolds Center. Get hands-on with FableVision's creativity tools- FabMaker Studio, Animation-ish, and Get Published! - and discover how educators across the country have used these tools in their classrooms.
Where: Blue Bunny
Location: 577 High Street, Dedham MA 02026
When: 6:00pm to 8:00pm on October 7, 2019
FabMaker Summit with Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22
Paul Reynolds and Andrea Calvin from Reynolds Center for Teaching, Learning and Creativity & FableVision are excited to join Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22 for a FabMaker Summit on Wednesday, June 26.
During this interactive session, attendees will enjoy an engaging agenda packed with inspiration, storytelling, and hands-on learning of the Fab@School FabMaker Studio STEAM program.
FabMaker Studio is an easy-to-use, web-based design and fabrication tool that invites students in grades PreK-8 to experience STEM and STEAM learning in a more engaging, personally meaningful way. This program is a part of the national Fab@School research initiative and is committed to championing equity and access to quality maker education.
With low-cost materials like paper and cardstock, and a wide range of tools from scissors to inexpensive 2D cutters, 3D printers, and laser cutters, students can use Fab Maker Studio to design, invent, and build their own geometric constructions and working machines.
ISTE 2019 Workshops: FabMaker Crew: Paper Prototyping for STEAM-powered learning
Join Paul Reynolds and Andrea Calvin at ISTE 2019 for two FabMaker Studio workshops hosted in the Cisco Active Learning Space (Breakout Room 106AB).
What: Discover how schools, libraries, & programs around the country have used the FabMaker Studio STEAM program to create practical, affordable makerspaces using paper, cardstock, & inexpensive digital fabricators. During this hands-on session participants will experience the benefits of rapid paper prototyping, which allows for quick cycles of testing and iterative design enhancements.
When:
NOTE: You must RSVP to attend each session. Click on the linked dates above to register.
We are excited to see you at ISTE! Will you be there? Let us know. Email Andrea Calvin at Andrea@reynoldstlc.org.
DESIGN 2019 | Not Your Average Conference in Oklahoma
Featured speaker, Paul Reynolds will lead three hands-on sessions on Activated Storytelling at the DESIGN 2019 | Not Your Average Conference in Oklahoma in Tuesday, June 11 from 8-4:30 p.m.
Andrea Calvin will also lead three sessions utilizing FabMaker Studio and iterative design.
Oklahoma A+ Schools signature conference bringing teachers, principals, and art partners together for one transformational event! With 70 schools in the OKA+ Schools network, educators have a chance to collaborate and innovate at the highest level.
The event will be held at Nigh University Center 100 N. University Dr., Edmond, OK
Ventura County STEAM Resource Fair
Paul Reynolds will keynote the Ventura County STEAM Resource Fair on Thursday, May 23 at 3:30 p.m.
VC STEM is a collaborative and interdisciplinary community working to foster the development of tomorrow’s STEM leaders through today's high quality STEM teaching and learning stretching from early learning to career.
Join VC STEM in congratulating the five recipients of VC STEM's prestigious Golden Gear Award by attending this STEAM Resource Fair and VC STEM Convening!
PK- 12 grade educators, after school program educators, expanded learning settings (museums, libraries, and STEM expert organizations), and families are encouraged to attend VC STEM's STEAM Resource Fair and to learn about STEAM resources that you can use at your settings. Partners from our region will join FableVision in providing booths where you can learn about STEAM Resources that you can use in your home or educational setting.
Paul will be sharing stories and digital tools, which he has helped develop to support creativity and self-expression, as well as STEAM/maker education - including an early childhood version of the FabMaker Studio digital design and fabrication STEM software platform for young learners.
Several lucky attendees of the STEAM Resource Fair will walk away with copies of the award-winning books by the Reynolds Brothers - including THE DOT, GOING PLACES, and the STEAM-POWERED ADVENTURES OF SYDNEY & SIMON.
One lucky attendee (formal or informal education or expanded learning settings) will be selected to receive Fab@Maker Studio and a digital cutter! You must be present for the entire STEAM Resource Fair and VC STEM Convening to be eligible for this grant.
FabNH: FAB Maker Summit Professional Development Day
The Reynolds Center will officially launch the FabNH initiative with a professional development/workshop day on Friday, March 29, from 9:30-3 at the Puritan Conference Center.
About FabNH: This grant program was made possible by the Cisco Foundation, to help the Reynolds Center bring more meaningful STEM education to students in New Hampshire. Through this funding, we are able to offer 15 elementary schools and 3 public libraries a fully-resourced Fab@School FabMaker Studio STEM program through June 2020.
Paul Reynolds to Keynote iSTEAM Conference
Paul Reynolds will keynote the iSTEAM conference January 11, 2019.
iSTEAM 2019 will provide participants a uniquely interactive and engaging conference experience - gain new and innovative ideas to promote the integration of STEAM and foster essential 21st century competencies across all grade levels.
Also that day, Andrea Calvin will host the breakout session “Paper Prototyping for STEAM-Powered Learning,” where attendees can get hands-on with Fab@School Maker Studio.
What: iSTEAM Conference
Where: TMI/Ramapo College - Mahwah, NJ
When: Friday, January 11, 2019
Time: 8:00am-3:30pm
9:30 a.m. FabMaker Studio Breakout session: ASB 136 - Paper Prototyping for STEAM-Powered Learning
12-2 p.m.: Book sale sponsored by Watchung Booksellers
1:00 p.m.: Featured Keynote with Paul Reynolds
1:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m.: Book signing with Paul Reynolds
Throughout the event discover FabMaker Studio in the iSTEAM Playground.
More Info: For more info, click here.
Paul Reynolds & Andrea Calvin to Participate in MCLA STEM Week
Paul Reynolds and Andrea Calvin are excited to join the STEM week activities at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams, MA.
STEM Week was created by the Baker-Polito Administration to boost students’ interest and raise awareness of STEM education so that educators at all grade levels may participate by planning STEM-based lessons, events and activities throughout the week. Students from pre-kindergarten through high school and postsecondary institutions are encouraged to take part in hands-on learning that aligns topics across STEM subjects and connects to other curricula.
On Thursday, Oct. 25, MCLA will present “Who Said it had to be a Go Cart?: Going Places with FabMaker Studio,” in CSI room 124 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. During this event, Paul A. Reynolds, award-winning author and co-founder of FableVision, as well as the Reynolds Center for Teaching, Learning and Creativity in Boston, will share how his own journey has been fueled by creativity.
Along with sharing anecdotes and original media, he will share the book “Going Places,” illustrated by his twin brother, Peter H. Reynolds. The story helps celebrate the most critical 21st century skills: communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity.
Following Reynolds’ talk, students will join Andrea Calvin ’04, vice president of the Reynolds Center, for hands-on experience with FabMaker Studio. During this workshop, students will put the “Going Places” message in action and create their own unique vehicle and use the engineering design process to develop their paper prototype in Fab@School Maker Studio.