GCISD Expo Reflection

I attended the GCISD Expo as a representative for Cannon and GMS. We did a great job of highlighting the STEM programs at both campuses. For Cannon, there was a table for every grade level to display some of the projects they have done throughout the year. GMS had tables displaying the student projects created during their design days. We had great questions and feedback from the parents visiting our tables.

Some thoughts for next year:

• Test print a model to ensure the 3D printer will function the entire evening.
• Avoid the projects that require water. This wound up being a mess.
• Find out how many tables will be provided. We brought extra tables that weren't needed or used.
• Come up with a plan for packing up at the end. The mad dash to leave caused some pieces to go missing for a while

The venue:

• The gym had a ton of space and we did not feel cramped.
• The gym had a good sound system, but it was too loud. We had difficulty hearing the parents talking to us.
• Give a better explanation of the performance groups. Many parents were confused as to why there were singing and dancing acts, when we don't have a "performance school." I believe these performances were to highlight the "Leader in Me" program, but that's just a guess.