Michael Weiss+FollowAkron kids get creative with sneaker STEM kitsSneaker culture is taking on a whole new meaning in Akron! Thanks to a $2,000 grant, the Akron Sneaker Academy is rolling out SOLE Box STEM kits, blending the excitement of fresh kicks with hands-on science and design activities. These kits let middle schoolers explore everything from polymers (Akron’s claim to fame!) to storytelling, all through the lens of their favorite shoes. It’s more than just learning—it’s about empowering local youth, connecting them to Akron’s rich sneaker history, and sparking ideas for future careers. What do you think—could sneaker-inspired STEM be the next big thing for our kids? #Beauty #Akron #STEM00Share
Benjamin Contreras+FollowMath: Girls Play by the Rules, Boys Bend ThemEver noticed how girls and boys tackle math problems differently? Turns out, girls stick to the classic step-by-step methods, while boys love shortcuts and mental math hacks. Both get the right answers on simple stuff, but here’s the twist: those shortcut-loving boys do better on tough, creative math problems later on. Maybe that’s why more men end up in math-heavy jobs. Are we teaching kids to play it too safe? #Education #MathMystery #STEM00Share
