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The Michigan Design Prize is an opportunity to showcase the Industrial Design talent of K - 12 students in Michigan.
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2024 Challenge
How can we design a physical product that improves access and mobility for visitors of all types to any of Michigan’s 5 National Parks?
Click here for the Michigan Design Challenge website.
How can we design a physical product that improves access and mobility for visitors of all types to any of Michigan’s 5 National Parks?
Click here for the Michigan Design Challenge website.
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Sandy Hill Elementary Jenison Public Schools Our experience . . .
"That was harder than I thought. I can't imagine how hard that would be in real life." ~ Callie, Student "I was so nervous! I can't believe I did that!" ~ Aubrey, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Lakewood Elementary West Ottawa Public Schools Our experience . . .
"I love doing PBL because I get to express my ideas and we can work as a group to come up with some amazing ideas and have so much fun doing it. It is one of my favorite things to do. I love it." ~ Reagan, Student "When I do PBL I love to be an entrepreneur. I love coming up with ideas for everything." ~ Penelope, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
White Pines Intermediate Grand Haven Public Schools Our experience . . .
"I learned that every problem brings out the problem solving skills and creativity in people." ~ Mallory, Student "I really wish I could do it again! It was really fun and I liked hearing other people's ideas." ~ Sydney, Student "This project made me realize that making an idea a reality is much more fun than it seems. This was one of the best experiences." ~ Tatum, Student "Our project brought out the creativity of every kid." ~ Olive, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Lakewood Elementary West Ottawa Public Schools Our experience . . .
“Finley just loves the PBL Academy. Tuesdays are our crazy night so I was not sure how things would go for her, but she is so excited and just loves it.” ~ Parent of Participant “It was very fun and learned a lot!” ~ Maddi, Student “Yah we definitely didn’t think about that and need to change it!” ~ Abe, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Griffin Elementary Grand Haven Public Schools Our experience . . .
“______ was soooo excited to tell me all about their plan as we were walking out of school yesterday. Then on the way home he said, "I think this is my sort of thing. I think this will be what I do when I grow up." You have tapped into his interests and ignited his little brain! Thank you!!! ~ Parent of Participant "Sarah and I also enjoyed working with our groups of students - turns out we had the youngest group! Even the youngest of our students are able to feel success in the process." K. Endsley, Educator Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Douglas Elementary Saugatuck Public Schools Our experience . . .
"I learned to work together and use each other's minds." ~ Student "I was surprised it how it was fun and difficult." ~ Student "I feel like the protocols we chose for each stage did their job of working students through the process. Students knew the purpose of each and they were able to move forward with their ideas." ~ N. Robb, Educator Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
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Ferry Elementary Grand Haven Area Public Schools Our experience . . .
"I had a lot of fun because I was able to create a product and share ideas with students in other schools." ~ Breanna, Student "I really enjoyed working on this project because I am a hands-on learner and I enjoyed building a prototype to share with others." ~ Sam, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Woodbridge Elementary Zeeland Public Schools Our experience . . .
"It was a very fun way to learn and to create, build, plan, and learn new things!" ~ Greta, Student "It was very fun and educational." ~ Morgan, Student "It was a good challenge, and it gave me a chance to think outside of my comfort zone." ~ Avery, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Oakwood Elementary Allendale Public Schools Our experience . . .
"Thank you for providing this experience for my daughter. She was so nervous, but in a good way, and spent time practicing and preparing at home for the presentations." ~ Chisty, Parent of Participant "Accomplishing tasks is easier when working with others. I enjoyed designing our all-terrain wheelchair." ~ Ashlynn, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Peach Plains Elementary Grand Haven Area Public Schools Our experience:
“I had THE BEST time during Academy. I met new friends and had so much fun. Together we created great ideas!” ~ Tessa, Student “It was fun receiving feedback from high schoolers. It felt like our ideas mattered and that they could really work!” ~ Cecelia, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Lakeshore Elementary West Ottawa Public Schools Our experience . . .
"Thanks for leading this group and allowing my son to be a part of it. He loves it SO much and is so proud of the work you’re doing!" ~ Julie, Parent of Participant "I enjoyed getting feedback about our design." ~ Mia, Student "I enjoyed the designing part and adding colors." ~ Kensie, Student Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
Bentheim Elementary Hamilton Community Schools Our experience . . .
"When hearing the Michigan Design Challenge question this year, I thought that the students might really struggle with it since many may not have been to a National Park before or even know that Michigan had National Parks. However, after some research and doing empathy mapping, our students were able to come up with some really creative ideas to improve access. Many of those ideas could easily be implemented. I am proud of our students and their hard work (especially so early on Monday mornings before school). It was fun to see them work together and present two solutions to the challenge". ~ A. Meyer, Educator Click here for the Team's journey on Padlet. 
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