Gwin Elementary fourth graders visit U.S. Space and Rocket Center

Gwin Elementary fourth graders recently visited the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville as part of the school’s science unit on space.

The student’s learned about the history and importance of the space program and space technology. They watched an IMAX movie about the Hubble Space Telescope, participated in an experiment to choose the best rocket fuel, learned about the 101 Greatest Inventions in History, rode the Mars Simulator, and saw many historical artifacts from the space program.  

The mission of Gwin Elementary is to establish a strong foundation for lifelong learning for all students by providing opportunities for academic, social, physical, and emotional growth in a child-centered environment.  The school uses a variety of research-based strategies to ensure that each student reaches his/her maximum potential.

-Submitted by Michelle Berg