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Family Kite night...opportunity to make your own kite from scratch!
Family Kite night...opportunity to make your own kite from scratch!
•Farnsworth is a NASA Explorer School.

•Aerospace Partnerships-Instructional services extend beyond the building to the community.  We are very proud of the partnerships and support for the aerospace program.  Partnerships include: 3M Aerospace & Aircraft Maintenance Division, Minnesota Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics, Space Foundation,
Retired astronaut Digger poses with our support staff
Retired astronaut Digger poses with our support staff
Inc
, CAP North Central Region Aerospace Educators, NASA Education Department, NASA-Glenn Research Center and STARBASE will enhance and ensure the success of the new aerospace focus.

•An up-to-date computer lab and wireless laptops are equipped with software to stimulate students' learning.

•In addition to the aerospace focus, students participate in Physical Education, Music (vocal
Sixth graders are ready for the 100 yard dash race.
Sixth graders are ready for the 100 yard dash race.
and instrumental music), Art, Science and Computer Resource classes.

•Students can participate and compete in challenging activities such as Junior GreatBooks, Geography Bee, Wordmasters and Continental Math.

•A gifted and talented education program for students who need additional challenges.

•The school has an all-day kindergarten.

•Two half-day 4 year old program

•The school provides various family and academic support services.  A family aerospace night will focus on grade-level activities and allow the entire family to enjoy and learn!