STEAM Fair
H “Sometimes, people say mean things or sometimes students face struggles in their lives. ... However, if we let Jesus come and fill us, we can be light and happy again.”
28 Pacific Union Recorder
awaiian Mission Academy Ka Lama Iki has been working to integrate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) into many areas across the curriculum. The school’s STEAM fair showcases student engineering skills across the curriculum in grades K to eight. From building Bible dioramas and solar-powered toys to engineering and testing out homemade arcade games, the STEAM fair this year did not disappoint. Student projects were showcased at this annual event that allows parents to get a glimpse into the classroom. Most importantly, students could witness to parents and community members using science to show the workings and miracles of God. Ka Lama Iki staff even hosted a STEAM chapel on February 3. Middle school math and science teacher Kyler Martin gave a demonstration combining the wonders of science and the power of God. In the demonstration, Mr. Martin showed students several wonders—a fiery explosion, a large plastic container crushing itself, and the creation of a cloud—all in one experiment! Mr. Martin related these happenings to the students’ lives by using this STEAM explosion as an analogy demonstrating a relationship with Jesus. “Sometimes, people say mean things or sometimes students face struggles in their lives, which are, in essence, invisible (like the isopropyl alcohol poured into the jug that worked as the flame agent),” Mr. Martin explained. “Rumors and problems keep building up. We can act like everything is fine (the alcohol evaporates, filling the container with invisible vapors). But eventually, something small could set us off (like the match) and we ‘blow up.’” “However,” Mr. Martin concluded, “if we let Jesus come and fill us, we can be light and happy again.” Taking his hand off the top, air rushed into the jug and formed a cloud. The cloud that forms in the bottle serves as a reminder that even though students may face tough things, Jesus can use everyone to create something beautiful! Staff hope that, even though recent events feel crushing at times, programs like these can help students feel understood. ____________________ By Kyler Martin and Sarah Traczyk
Hawaii Conference