Students at Broad Ford School recently had the opportunity to take their classroom learning into the community during a special event, “Cookies and Conversations with the Mayor,” held this past week.
Students welcomed the Town of Oakland Mayor, Andrew Sauder, for an engaging conversation about local government, along with other levels of government, and the role each plays in the community. Students had the opportunity to ask questions, learn more about how our government works, and share their own thoughts and ideas.
“The event provided a meaningful, real-world learning experience as our second-grade students wrapped up their Social Studies unit on government and their English Language Arts (ELA) unit on communities,” said Ms. Meghan Bittinger, a Broad Ford second-grade teacher. “Through this conversation, students were engaged and able to make connections between the concepts they explored in the classroom and the people and organizations that help shape their community.”
The “Cookies and Conversations with the Mayor” event offered students an engaging way to practice asking questions, express their ideas, and learn more about the community they call home. At the conclusion of the presentation, students enjoyed cookies with Mayor Sauder.
Garrett County Public Schools is grateful for community partnerships that create opportunities for students to connect their learning to real-world experiences.
