10/23/2026
Our 5th graders spent today in the STEM lab gearing up for the annual Pumpkin Drop! 🎃
They reviewed the engineering and model-building process, researched different forms of air resistance and impact absorption, and even watched clips from WVU's annual pumpkin drop for some real-world inspiration! 🍂
Then the real work began. Students teamed up to design a plan to protect their pumpkin, presented their ideas (and explained why they think their design will work!), and put together a list of the materials they'll need. 📋✏️
We can't wait to see these designs take flight… and hopefully land safely! 🎃⬇️ Stay tuned for drop day!
Monongalia County Schools