Case Studies
3D Printer Exploration
Aspen Meadow Charter School purchased a 3D printer with the 2023 Innovation Grant, which has opened doors to expanding art education by exploring STEM from an artistic foundation. To ease into implementing the 3D printer, the school decided to make it an incentive. Students have opportunities to earn "Owl" bucks by following school expectations and making the best choices while on campus.
The "Owl" bucks were then used to purchase various things along with an opportunity to use the printer. Students could choose a custom name keychain, or an owl keychain, which is the school's mascot. They learned about the process to make the 3D designs and see how it is then transferred to the actual 3D printer to print. These options allowed for students to create something personal and continue building school community with the use of the mascot as a keychain.
Academic Year
2023-24