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Machiasport students learn GPS, leadership skills through CREST
Student at Fort O’Brien Elementary School in Machiasport are learning what it means to become leaders, both in their school and in their community. In October, the 7 and 8 grade students participated in a geo-treasure hunt, in which the students used GPS (Global Positioning System) units to navigate to a series of specified locations
Vinalhaven students explore island’s sustainability using technology
Vinalhaven middle school students are getting a very holistic approach to aspects of their education this year, and learning technology and about their community at the same time. For the past three years, students at the Vinalhaven School have been studying the question of whether the year-round community on Vinalhaven will be able to sustain
Geo-treasure hunt helps students learn about campus
The freshmen at Mount Desert Island High School got to know their new campus in a unique and fun way during their first week of school in September; by using GPS (Global Positioning System) units. Throughout the day each class participated in a geo-treasure hunt, in which the students used GPS units to navigate to