STEM Education Charges Ahead in Chicago Middle School SmartLab HQ

Written by Ann Sullivan

“We knew our students would love it and we had to get our hands on it,” said Simmons’ Principal Tracy Flood regarding her school’s new SmartLab HQ.

Simmons Middle School, in Chicago, opened their SmartLab HQ in a portion of the school’s library earlier this month. The sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students enjoy the hands-on learning and the SmartLab Facilitators love seeing the students learn in a new way.

Read more about how education is changing at Simmons in this article from the Chicago Tribune.

Ann Sullivan

Ann Sullivan is the Creative Director at SmartLab, leading brand strategy and creative development to expand SmartLab’s presence in schools across America. A former art educator in the Greater New York City area, she brings a deep understanding of student-centered learning and the power of creativity to strengthen learning outcomes. At SmartLab, she shapes the company’s voice, visual identity, and storytelling, helping communicate SmartLab’s impact in preparing students for the future.

STEM Education Charges Ahead in Chicago Middle School SmartLab HQ

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