DISTRICT 75 - STEM DEPARTMENT
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
Queens
Q004
Magnetic Slime
Students will perform experiment to find out if we add metal objects to slime, it will move if we use a magnet.
Q009
From Seed to Plate
Students have been growing tomatoes, basil, lettuce, beans and prepare recipes
Q075
Wild Weather
Students will be showing different weather patterns using table experiments
Q177
The Digital Grasshopper: Measuring Solar Sensitivity with Micro:bit Technology
Using a "Frightened Grasshopper" solar-powered robot, students will investigates the relationship between radiant energy and kinetic motion. While standard solar experiments rely on visual observation, this project utilizes a Micro:bit microcontroller as a digital sensor.
Q224
The Green Powered Neighborhood
Exploring different forms of renewable energy for powering our homes.
Q226
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Q233
Defying Gravity
This project shows how static electricity can make an object move upward against gravity (i.e. plastic, balloon). By rubbing objects together such as a balloon and plastic bag it creates an electric charge and will lift or float. This experiment demonstrates how electric forces can be stronger than gravity in certain situations.
Q255
The Great Mold Race
This project tests how quickly mold grows on bread after it touches different surfaces. Pieces of the same brand of bread are pressed onto various places, such as tables, floors, or hands, and then sealed and observed over several days. By comparing which bread grows mold the fastest, the experiment helps show which surfaces have the most microorganisms and how environment affects mold growth.
Q256
"DASH TO DOOR" Delivery
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Q277
Blocks to the Future
A Lego Time Travel Adventure
Q721
Design League
App designed to solve a problem in our local or school community
Q811
Coding with Food
Students started four hydroponic plants from seed. After the plants grew bigger, students connected them to a Makey Makey. They used the Scratch programming language to turn their hydroponic plants into a controller for a computer. They coded each plant to give information about the plant when touched.
Q993
The Sour Side of Electricity
Using lemons to create electricity
Brooklyn
K004
Earth Science Is it Living or Non Living?
Students were asked the following questions: What do living things need to survive? What are some characteristics of living and non living things?
K077 Engineering Clean Water
During the big blizzard in February, students in Class Y54 developed an innovative solution to repurpose dirty snow by transforming it into filtered water for plants and gardening. Using a student-designed filtration system, they successfully converted snow into purified water ready for use in our indoor garden. It was incredible to see students apply problem-solving and sustainability concepts to turn snow from around our community into a valuable water source.
K140
CD Case Garden
Students will grow plants in a CD Case to observe the root system in real time.
K231
Stem Zone
Basketball themed - Building a catapult to shoot a ball in the hoop
K368
Do or Dye
For our experiment, we will make fabric dye using natural ingredients like turmeric, beans, and herbs. We will compare these natural dyes to store-bought fabric dye by coloring fabric and observing the differences. We will look at which dye is brighter, lasts longer, and works best. At the fiat student will able to tie-dye their own items.
K369
Volcano
What is a chemical reaction?
K370
The Science of Stain Removal
Students will test and observe stain removal methods (ie., baking soda and vinegar vs. store bought removers) to determine which method can remove stains more efficiently (i.e., grass stains, oil stains, food stains: mustard).
K372
Phonograph
Music box that stimulates the shape of the phonograph
K373
Simple Robots
Early learners using simple robots to explore cause and effect
K396
Fluid Forces: Exploring Magnetic Behavior in Liquids
Does water act as a shield for magnetic force? Students investigated the properties of magnetism in different liquid environments. Students explored whether the medium changes the strength of the field by testing attraction and repulsion in a variety of liquid settings.
K721
Solar-Powered Sprinkler System for Hydroponic Seedling Station
This project involves designing and implementing a sprinkler system powered by a solar panel to automatically water a hydroponic seedling station. The system aims to provide an efficient, sustainable, and off-grid solution for maintaining proper moisture levels for seedlings using renewable solar energy.
K753
Life on Mars
Students will are creating different forms of filters that will be similar to what astronauts use of mars to breathe.
K771
AccessBoard: Adaptive iPad & Tactile Workboard for Inclusive Learning
Students will design and 3D-print an adaptive workboard that integrates an iPad/ Tablet mount and tactile features to support learners and adults with limited mobility. The project includes user-centered research, CAD modeling, prototyping, and testing; final boards will be produced for use by future students and community members to improve accessibility and independent learning.
Manhattan
M079
Wheel Chair Spoke Covers
Our class will make whelp chat spoke covers for the student in our class.
M094
How Different Soil Impacts Basil Growth
Using different type of growing materials, we will assess which one best grows our tomatoes seeds.
M138
Marshmallow Towers
We are using dry spaghetti pasta and marshmallows to build a tall tower.
M169
Weather Simulation
We will be conducting a weather simulation experiment using shaving cream, water, and food dye! Our hypothesis is if a cloud (shaving cream) becomes too full of water (food coloring), then it will release precipitation (rain) into the water below.
M721
New Hawk City
Students will design their own sustainable city using environmental concepts such as renewable energy as well as engineering and technology concepts to build a model of their design.
M751
Igniting Innovation: Growing Success
Our students will design, build, and present artificial intelligence AI assistive robotic hands/arms, smart devices, robotic kits, 3D Printing, computer skills and smart planting/gardening that uses safe circuits/sensors/actuators/motors and controls in relation to CTE Electrical. The projects will implement AI concepts such as gesture recognition and rule-based logic, machine based learning, chatbots and discuss impacts connecting to NYSED CS & Digital Fluency. The projects will also Include cost of materials, cost comparisons, and savings to relate to Personal Finance.
M811
Now You See It, Now You Don't: Where Did the Colors Go?
Students will create a small piece of artwork, place it in a plastic bag, and then submerge it into water and watch the colors disappear!
Bronx
X010
Turning Liquids to Solids
Students will explore how changing the temperature of a liquid slows down the structure and turns it into a solid by creating ice cream.
X012
How Much Sugar is in the Drinks?
Students will investigate different drinks to find out how much sugar they contain and compare them to understand which drinks are healthier choices.
X017
How To Stay Stable During an Earthquake
Students will build a structure meant to withstand an simulated Earthquake.
X186
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X188 Tessellations in Nature and Art
Tessellations in Nature and Art:
Concept: Repetition, symmetry, transformations (translations, rotations, reflections), patterns.
Project Idea: SWBAT find examples of tessellations (patterns that repeat without gaps or overlaps) in nature (honeycombs, snake scales) and art (M.C. Escher). Students can create their own tessellating patterns using different geometric shapes, demonstrating which shapes tessellate easily and why. They could even develop a system for classifying different types of tessellations.
Extension: Investigate the mathematics behind crystalline structures or explore how tessellations are used in computer graphics.
X352
Geology and Geodes
Making Crystal Eggshell Geodes
X469
Piecing Together STEM
Piecing Together STEM is a puzzle-based, hands-on project where learners solve challenges by assembling clues, patterns, and physical or digital pieces to reveal scientific and mathematical concepts. Students work individually or in teams to test ideas, recognize relationships, and apply logic, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
The focus is on discovery through construction — building understanding step by step rather than receiving answers directly. Each puzzle connects to real-world STEM principles such as engineering design, data patterns, spatial reasoning, and cause-and-effect systems, encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and creative experimentation.
X596
How Does a Windmill Create Renewable Energy?
Inspired by the book The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer, students will explore and design windmills to learn about renewable energy. This project provides a meaningful, real-life connection between literature, science, and engineering as students investigate how wind energy can be used to harness and generate electricity. Through hands-on design, testing, and problem-solving, students will understand how renewable energy can address real-world challenges such as access to power, sustainability, and climate change.
X721
Turning Milk into Plastic!
We will investigate which is the best recipe for making plastic out of milk. This plastic, known as casein plastic was used to manufacture buttons, decorative buckles, beads, and other jewelry, as well as fountain pens and hand-held mirrors and fancy comb-and-brush sets.
X811
Time to Drink! Designing a Hydration Reminder System
How can we design a way to remind ourselves to drink enough water during the school day?
Staten Island
R025
Who has a Better Sense of Smell, Staff or Students?
Students investigate who has a better sense of Smell, Staff or Students.
R089
Little Actions, Big Earth Changes
Land pollution and creating a recyclable robot to clean debris.
R373
Reimagining Pier 6 through Minecraft
The project explores how Pier 6 at MADE Bush Terminal in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, can be transformed into an innovative, inclusive, and sustainable public space. It focuses on honoring the site’s industrial history while meeting the diverse needs of the surrounding community.
R721
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Home & Hospital
Instruction
Lip Balm
Science involved in Lip balm making
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Thank you!
We express our sincere gratitude to District 75 Superintendent Ketler Louissaint, his team, our students, our school based staff and all of the volunteers from D75 Citywide Programs for their outstanding support and partnership!
We are also grateful to The American Museum of Natural History for hosting this inspiring STEM Fair and providing valuable educational opportunities.