Brooks Elementary School Projects
The Playground Project
The purpose of this project was to buy something to make the playground at the Brooks School more fun. They researched different playground items that were affordable and approved by the principal, and took a poll with the students at the Brooks School to ask what they wanted. They got the money from a grant to purchase the playground equipment.
Save The Future
The purpose of this project was to help the Brooks students stop using plastic cups in the cafeteria because they will end up in a landfill. We are trying to save the future by not creating waste. We got Brooks School waterbottles at a low price and sold them at the Brooks School. This helped lower the amount of waste produced by the school.
Reduce Global Warming
The purpose of this project was to help people change their actions and that will reduce global warming. Because wasted energy like gas emissions and electricity, we made posters to put around the school reminding people to use less energy by riding their bike, turning off lights, etc.
Animal Helpers
The purpose of this project was to raise money for Angell Memorial Hospital because we love animals. We participated in a bake sale to raise the money. We bought $50 worth of supplies to donate to Angell Memorial Hospital and brought them to the hospital.
Puppy Mills Begone
The purpose of this project was stop the abuse of puppies. For this project we made posters and asked people not to buy puppies from pet stores. Instead, people should get dogs from a licenced breeders or get a rescue dog from a shelter.
Ornaments For The Elderly
The purpose of this project was to give ornaments to senior citizens in Medford for the holidays. We decorated ornaments and sold them at the Brooks school to raise money to buy more ornaments. We brought our decorated ornaments to the Medford senior center and everyone loved them.
Needs For The Homeless
The purpose of this project was to purchase things that were needed by families in a homeless shelter in Medford. We had a toiletry drive at school and collected toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, and shaving things. We brought them to Medford Family Life.
