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Forbes
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Forbes
Rescue Dog Inspires STEM Teacher's Doghouse Project
Bronco, a 7-year-old pit bull mix, inspired adopter and STEM teacher Luc Sproles to pilot a doghouse ... More project in an 8th grade class at William Penn Middle School in Indianapolis, Indiana. An innovative STEM project in an 8th grade classroom is inspiring students to learn new skills while helping their local community — all thanks to a shelter dog named Bronco. When Indianapolis teacher Luc Sproles adopted Bronco from the Humane Society for Hamilton County, he was impressed not only by the charming pit bull mix, but by how much the shelter staff genuinely cared about the dog. STEM teacher Luc Sproles smiles with his rescue dog, Bronco. 'When I adopted Bronco, people were crying. That's how much they cared for him,' he recalls. 'Ever since then I've just been wondering, 'What are some ways that I can give back?'' So this year in his green architecture STEM course at William Penn Middle School, he launched a pilot program for the class to build a doghouse. It was essentially a culminating task of everything the students had learned about architecture, from the elements of design to structure, stability, drafting, modeling and reading blueprints. Sproles also taught them how to use power tools, the names of different hand tools, tool maintenance and how to change saw blades — with an obvious emphasis on safety. Students learned to safely use power tools to build a doghouse in a STEM class at William Penn ... More Middle School in Indianapolis, Indiana. 'As long as we set the bar high for our students, they will reach that,' he says. 'I wanted to show my students there was a way that they could give back to their community and apply what they've learned and really just connect their learning more to the real world and give them some authentic experiences.' Many of the 8th graders were English as a New Language students, and Sproles enjoyed watching them become more confident about speaking in class as the project progressed. In fact, all of his students seemed to open up while talking about what kind of dog they'd like to have in the future since 'the great unifier is pets.' Watching his students have fun while growing as leaders during a rigorous learning opportunity was immensely rewarding, he says. In fact, the doghouse project proved so popular that students would come up to him in the hallway and ask to transfer into his class — even when there were only two weeks left in the school year. Luc Sproles teaches his green architecture STEM class about building a doghouse. 'It reminds me of why I got into teaching — why everyone wants to be teachers: that spark that they see in their students. That excitement they have for building and creating and making,' he says. 'Kids are naturally good at creating things, and we just have to find a way to channel that.' The doghouse was on display for the 8th grade promotion after each student left a handprint and signed it. While the class donated the doghouse to a member of the staff, Sproles plans to partner with local animal shelters and other nonprofit organizations next year to give back to the community. In addition to building more doghouses, the project will likely expand so students can create dog beds, toys and other pet supplies from recycled materials. He says finding innovative ways to support animal shelters continues to be a goal since adopting Bronco from the Humane Society for Hamilton County. 'It's just trying to help out them or any other shelters that provide such critical work in communities,' he says. Thanks to the success of the pilot program, future STEM classes will build more doghouses and pet ... More supplies to donate to animal shelters. During the doghouse project, students learned the importance of community, teamwork and collaboration, and they could envision different career possibilities, according to Sproles. 'Your education can be whatever you make of it, but if you invest in it and you really put in the effort, you can actually use it as something that can change your community,' he says. His passion for teaching is one reason why Sproles was named the Indianapolis Public Schools Secondary School Teacher of the Year last month. Indianapolis Public Schools named Luc Sproles, right, Secondary School Teacher of the Year in May of ... More 2025. Marc Ransford, media relations manager for Indianapolis Public Schools, said the school system has poured 'a heck of a lot of money' into STEM education as part of its Building Stronger initiative. Even in a district with many strong schools, William Penn Middle School is at the forefront of STEM education, according to Ransford. 'I think everybody knows that the next level of education in this country has to be STEM, and visiting Luc's class, I was mesmerized by how these kids were doing everything,' he says. 'They built a doghouse, but they didn't just build a doghouse: they designed it, engineered it. They're middle-school kids, but they're thinking way beyond their years.' Naturally, Sproles is proud of his students, too. 'They are the reason why I show up every day and do what I do,' he says. 'I have a sign that says, 'The future is yours to create,' and I think they're going to create a pretty cool future.'
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Richfield to host community garage sale June 7
Great Lakes Honda Maddie's House Project Fundraiser: A custom-built doghouse is stationed in the showroom at 43 Pruitt Blvd., Akron, to collect food and supplies in support of One Of A Kind Pet Rescue. Donations can be dropped off through June 1. Bath Tour of Distinctive Homes: June 1-12. Bath Volunteers for Service will offer a virtual tour of elegant residences and landscapes as its signature fundraising event. The tour will be accessible from Sunday, June 1, to Thursday, June 12. Tickets start at $40. ATHENA Akron 17th Annual Leadership Day Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 5 at House Three Thirty, 532 W. Market St., Akron. Cookbook author Bev Shaffer, food and drink reporter for The Repository, will speak. Patron ticket for two is $150. Member ticket for two is $85. Each additional guest is $30 after purchase of ticket for two. The Stark County Fatherhood Coalition: 5 to 7 p.m. June 5 at Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N. Fathers, male role models and their children are invited to the museum for a free evening of art, bonding and creativity. Attendees will take a guided tour of the museum's permanent collection and current exhibit, followed by the opportunity to work on an art project. Finished projects can be taken home. To register, contact Matt Lytle at 330-451-8477 or The First Friday Club of Akron: 11 a.m. June 6 at Our Lady of Cedars, 507 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Fairlawn. Sister Joanne Caniglia, a Dominican Sister of Peace, will present 'Teaching for Peace & Justice.' Cost of the noon luncheon is $25. For reservations by June 3, call 330-535-7668 or visit Gay Community Endowment Fund's Annual Celebration: 6 p.m. June 6 at Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St. General admission tickets start at $75 and can be purchased at Richfield Community Garage Sale: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 7. Over 80 sales throughout Richfield. Buy a map for $1.50 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. that day in front of Fellowship Hall at 3903 Broadview Road. Sale participants will have official signs posted near the road in front of their homes. Other sales will be held on the village green at Broadview and Streetsboro roads. AARP Chapter 3820 Coventry Spring Luncheon: 11 a.m. June 9 at Guy's Party Center, 500 E. Waterloo Road, Akron. Raffle baskets, 50-50 drawing. Cost of buffet is $25. For reservations by June 6, call 330-671-4203 or 330-571-5009 or send a check payable to AARP Chapter 3820 Coventry along with your name, address and phone number to AARP Chapter 3820, 537 W. Long Lake Blvd., Akron, OH 44319. Richfield Chamber of Commerce 'Links for Education' Golf Outing: June 11 at St. Bernard Golf Club, 5364 W. Streetsboro Road, Richfield. A four-person scramble with 80-golfer limit. Check-in, lunch and a putting contest begin at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Cost is $380 per foursome for 18 holes of golf, cart, gift, refreshments, a hot dog lunch and dinner. Super tickets are $420 per foursome and also include entry in the skins game and two raffle tickets per golfer. Nongolfers are $35. Registration is due June 1. For more information, contact Karen at kls1650@ or 330-659-4750. NAMI Stark County Trivia Night: 4-10 p.m. June 11 at Danny Boys, 6081 Dressler Road NW, Jackson Township. Enjoy food, trivia and a photo booth. Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank Dancing for Diapers Fundraiser: Doors open at 6 p.m. June 20 at La Pizzaria, 3656 Dressler Road NW, Jackson Township. Get out your bell bottoms, leisure suits and platform shoes. With disco music, costume contest, raffle and silent auction. The Village of St. Edward's VillageFEST: 6-9 p.m. June 20 at 3813 Fortuna Drive, Green. Food, drinks, silent auction, bourbon raffle and live music by the Cleveland Keys. Proceeds benefit spiritual care programming. For tickets, go to and click on the red VILLAGEFEST button or contact Carl Bako at 330-524-4196 or Whiskers & Wedges 9-Hole Mini Outing: 2 p.m. July 27 at Silver Lake Country Club. Registration at 1 p.m. with 2 p.m. tee times. Space is limited to 24 golfers; $75 includes hot dog lunch. To register, go to University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center's Five Star Sensation: 7 to 11 p.m. June 28 at Cuyahoga Community College, 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills. Chefs and vintners will help raise funds for cancer patients and families. Tickets are $350 with sponsorship opportunities available. The Fore! The Arts Golf Classic: July 25 at Youngstown Country Club, 1402 Country Club Drive. The outing will benefit Stambaugh Auditorium, Opera Western Reserve, DeYor Performing Arts Center, Youngstown Symphony and Youngstown Playhouse. Friends of Akron Children's Golf Outing: Sept. 7 at Windmill Lakes Golf Club, 544 State Route 14, Ravenna. Registration and lunch start at 11:30 a.m. followed by shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $175 per golfer (or $650 for a foursome) and includes golf, cart, lunch, dinner, raffles and silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Showers Family Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders. For more information or to register, contact Lance Churchman at churchman11@ Janet Pera at 330-819-4683 or janetpera@ or Pat Keefe at 330-671-4203. Reach Opportunity Center 2025 Reach Higher Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Oct. 9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Akron/Fairlawn, 3180 W. Market St. This year's theme, 'Rising with Resilience,' honors the enduring spirit of the Summit Lake community and the growth of Reach Opportunity Center as a neighborhood hub for opportunity, education and transformation. For more information, to RSVP or to become a sponsor, contact Amina Hall at ahall@ Send information about social and charity events to The Scene, Akron Beacon Journal, 388 S. Main St., Suite 720, Akron, OH 44311. Or email droese@ or listings@ with 'The Scene' in the subject line. Event notices should be sent at least two weeks in advance. Merits of all organizations have not been investigated by the Beacon Journal, so potential donors should verify the worthiness of a cause before committing. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Richfield to have community garage sale June 7
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25-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Falls Cancer Club plans card party and raffle at Redeemer Christian School
Great Lakes Honda Maddie's House Project Fundraiser: A custom-built doghouse is stationed in the showroom at 43 Pruitt Blvd., Akron, to collect food and supplies in support of One Of A Kind Pet Rescue. Donations can be dropped off May 26 through June 1. Akron Bicentennial Ellet Event: 8 to 11:30 a.m. May 26 at North Springfield Presbyterian Church, 671 Canton Road, Akron. The Memorial Day observance begins with a free breakfast of pancakes and sausage, 8 to 10 a.m. in the social hall, then a service at 10:30 in the sanctuary. Visit Ellet Cemetery to see the graves of three Revolutionary War veterans, evangelist A.W. Tozer, feminist Minnie Ellet and others. northspringfieldpc@ or 330-784-3001 United Way of Summit & Medina Bold Glow: 5:30 p.m. May 30 at J.E. Good Park, 530 Nome Ave, Akron. Food, drinks, a golf experience, live music by Van Sailin' and more. $65. Hospice of the Western Reserve Warehouse Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 31 and noon to 3 p.m. June 1 at 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland. Gently used furniture, housewares, collectibles, framed artwork, seasonal decorations, fine and costume jewelry. Falls Cancer Club Card Party and Raffle: Noon to 3:30 p.m. May 31 at Redeemer Christian School, 2141 Fifth St., Cuyahoga Falls. A $12 ticket includes a light lunch of pasta salad, croissant, fruit cup and dessert. Bring friends and a favorite game. For card party or raffle tickets, call Rita at 330-858-2970, Cathy at 330-328-3686, Julie at 330-612-1409 or the Falls Cancer Club at 330-929-2796. Bath Tour of Distinctive Homes: June 1-12. Bath Volunteers for Service will offer a virtual tour of elegant residences and landscapes as its signature fundraising event. The tour will be accessible from Sunday, June 1, to Thursday, June 12. Tickets start at $40. ATHENA Akron 17th Annual Leadership Day Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 5 at House Three Thirty, 532 W. Market St., Akron. Cookbook author Bev Shaffer, food and drink reporter for The Repository, will speak. Patron ticket for two is $150. Member ticket for two is $85. Each additional guest is $30 after purchase of ticket for two. The First Friday Club of Akron: 11 a.m. June 6 at Our Lady of Cedars, 507 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Fairlawn. Sister Joanne Caniglia, a Dominican Sister of Peace, will present 'Teaching for Peace & Justice.' Cost of the noon luncheon is $25. For reservations by June 3, call 330-535-7668, visit or send a check to the First Friday Club of Greater Akron, P.O. Box 13291 Fairlawn, OH 44334. Gay Community Endowment Fund's Annual Celebration: 6 p.m. June 6 at Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St. General admission tickets start at $75 and can be purchased at Richfield Community Garage Sale: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 7. Over 80 sales throughout Richfield. Buy a map for $1.50 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. that day in front of Fellowship Hall at 3903 Broadview Road. Sale participants will have official signs posted near the road in front of their homes. Other sales will be held on the village green at Broadview and Streetsboro roads. AARP Chapter 3820 Coventry Spring Luncheon: 11 a.m. June 9 at Guy's Party Center, 500 E. Waterloo Road, Akron. Raffle baskets, 50-50 drawing. Cost of buffet is $25. For reservations by June 6, call 330-671-4203 or 330-571-5009 or send a check payable to AARP Chapter 3820 Coventry along with your name, address and phone number to AARP Chapter 3820, 537 W. Long Lake Blvd., Akron. OH 44319. Richfield Chamber of Commerce 'Links for Education' Golf Outing: June 11 at St. Bernard Golf Club, 5364 W. Streetsboro Road, Richfield. A four-person scramble with 80-golfer limit. Check-in, lunch and a putting contest begin at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Cost is $380 per foursome for 18 holes of golf, cart, gift, refreshments, a hot dog lunch and dinner. Super tickets are $420 per foursome and also include entry in the skins game and two raffle tickets per golfer. Nongolfers are $35. Registration is due June 1. For more information, contact Karen at kls1650@ or 330-659-4750. NAMI Stark County Trivia Night: 4-10 p.m. June 11 at Danny Boys, 6081 Dressler Road NW, Jackson Township. Enjoy food, trivia and a photo booth. Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank Dancing for Diapers Fundraiser: Doors open at 6 p.m. June 20 at La Pizzaria, 3656 Dressler Road NW, Jackson Township. Get out your bell bottoms, leisure suits and platform shoes. With disco music, costume contest, raffle and silent auction. The Village of St. Edward's VillageFEST: 6-9 p.m. June 20 at 3813 Fortuna Drive, Green. Food, drinks, silent auction, bourbon raffle and live music by the Cleveland Keys. Proceeds benefit spiritual care programming. For tickets, go to and click on the red VILLAGEFEST button or contact Carl Bako at 330-524-4196 or University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center's Five Star Sensation: 7-11 p.m. June 28 at Cuyahoga Community College, 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills. Chefs and vintners will help raise funds for cancer patients and families. Tickets are $350 with sponsorship opportunities available. The Fore! The Arts Golf Classic: July 25 at Youngstown Country Club, 1402 Country Club Drive. The outing will benefit Stambaugh Auditorium, Opera Western Reserve, DeYor Performing Arts Center, Youngstown Symphony and Youngstown Playhouse. Friends of Akron Children's Golf Outing: Sept. 7 at Windmill Lakes Golf Club, 544 State Route 14, Ravenna. Registration and lunch start at 11:30 a.m. followed by shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $175 per golfer (or $650 for a foursome) and includes golf, cart, lunch, dinner, raffles and silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Showers Family Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders. For more information or to register, contact Lance Churchman at churchman11@ Janet Pera at 330-819-4683 or janetpera@ or Pat Keefe at 330-671-4203. Send information about social and charity events to The Scene, Akron Beacon Journal, 388 S. Main St., Suite 720, Akron, OH 44311. Or email droese@ or listings@ with 'The Scene' in the subject line. Event notices should be sent at least two weeks in advance. Merits of all organizations have not been investigated by the Beacon Journal, so potential donors should verify the worthiness of a cause before committing. More: Those were the days: Readers share fond memories of Akron This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Falls Cancer Club plans card party and raffle
