Anderson Preparatory Academy (APA) is a project-based learning (PBL) charter school located in Anderson, Indiana. APA began working with 1st Maker Space to bring hands-on learning life and was interested in using the STEM Grant from the Indiana Department of Education for the funding needed to begin the project. In 2018, APA received the STEM Grant from the IDOE based on the leadership and vision of Curriculum Director Jessica Hornocker. APA introduced making at the elementary level, followed by the middle and high school level, creating three makerspaces that appeal to the age level for which they were designed. The elementary makerspace has a mix of Mobile Maker Tables and whiteboard HON Snap tables, which allow for either fabrication or ideation (or a mix of both).
APA is implementing the makerspace by designating it as a drop-in lab space for all educators. Each makerspace has a maker manager that completed the 1MS Maker Manger Program in 2020. APA also partnered with Magnify Learning to bring PBL to every classroom. APA is continuing to create new community partnerships now that the makerspace is in place, and is looking forward to hosting Maker Community Nights in the near future.
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Bri Wagner brings a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and nine years of classroom teaching experience to her role at 1st Maker Space. A former Teacher of the Year Award recipient, Bri is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that inspire student success. She understands the impact that innovative instruction and meaningful classroom resources can have on student achievement and is dedicated to partnering with educators to bring high-quality STEM solutions into classrooms. Bri is committed to empowering teachers and helping students develop the creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills they need to thrive.
