Someone is always watching … Grandpa says this. Guess who is “4-H Club of the Year?” The Awards Moderator’s introduction for Academy Science Club, 4-H Club of the Year: Academy 4-H Club lives the 4-H Pledge and 4-H Motto all year round! We are a club that is always accepting visitors and new members. We serve the community all year round through community projects and club demonstrations. This last year…
Read MoreNebraska 4-H Club of Excellence
A great day in a club member’s and leader’s experience! Nebraska 4-H Extension recognizes Academy Science Club as a Club of Excellence at the Awards Dinner. The Certificate of Excellence reads: This certificate is presented to Academy for developing enthusiastic young people who boldly take action to demonstrate life skills as capable, caring, confident, competent kids of character thus contributing to the improvement of themselves, their family, their club, their…
Read MoreHow to Take Care of Yourself in the Heat
When it is hot outside you need to take care of yourself. Here are some steps to stay cool in warm weather. 1. Limit your sun exposure in the hottest hours of the day between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. 2. You should wear colored clothing that is light-weight and loose fitting. 3. You should stay hydrated, drink plenty of water even if you are not thirsty. 4. Keep cool…
Read MoreI Have a Dream by Martin Luther King
On 28 August, 1963, Martin Luther King delivered his magnificent “I have a dream” speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Some of us may remember listening to this live on radio. Fifty years have since passed and we may recognize the significance of these words for everyone. The full text of this MLK speech: I am happy to join with you today in what will go…
Read MoreIce-proof Beam Bridges
Bridges Introduction Bridges are things for transportation to go over bodies of water, train tracks, roads, and etc. There’re seven types of bridges. One of them is beam bridges. Most of those bridges that don’t have support in the middle, but they have support on the two ends. There are many others bridges, but I would just like to talk about this one. The danger of a beam bridge is…
Read MoreSaving America’s Pollinators
How to Attract Pollinators: 6 Must-Have Plants Habitat loss, disease, and excessive pesticide use are responsible for the drop in pollinator numbers. Planting pollinator-friendly flora can help encourage their return. Different flower traits attract different garden guests. Butterflies, for example, are partial to purple flowers, while bees are especially attracted to bright white, yellow, or blue. Bats prefer musty smelling flowers that release their scent at night, while pollinating birds…
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Ever enjoy an experience with good food and music? Come to the BaconFest! Local chefs from Culinary Arts create the best entrees around pork. Local bands come to play the cultural music we grew up with. Oye como va Me ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulatta – Santana Aguilmente
Read MoreAcademy Science Robotics Demonstration
Academy Science Robotics Demonstration Hosted by Academy Science Adventures When: Saturday, August 10, 2013 – 11:00am – 1:00pm Organizer Contact Info: Michael Hanus Hanus.Academy@gmail.com Where: Westlake ACE Hardware 8425 West Center Road Omaha, NE 68124 Price: It’s Free (sweet!) Academy Science Robotics Demonstration presents the STEaM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math our youth ages about 8-18 engage in: Robots: Lego NXT Mindstorms, EV3 and CEENBoT, Art, Rockets, Planes, GIS,…
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What: Academy Science Robotics Rockets Demonstration Hosted by Academy Science Club Adventures Academy Science shares its experiences with the community! When: Thursday, July 25, 2013 – 4:15pm – 6:00pm Contact: Michael Hanus Academy Science Hanus.Academy@gmail.com AcademyScience.us Where: Valley Public Library 232 North Spruce Street Valley, NE 68064 Price: It’s Free (sweet!) Organizer: Michael Hanus Academy Science Robotics Rockets Demonstration presents the STEM / STEAM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math…
Read MorePowerful Storms! Tornadoes
Powerful Storms! Tornadoes What is a tornado? A tornado is a narrow, violently rotating column of air that expands from the base of a thunderstorm to the ground. Because wind is invisible, it is hard to see a tornado unless it forms a condensation funnel made up of water droplets, dust and debris. This is from noaa.com Tornadoes can be one of the most deadly storms in the United States.…
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