On October 28, IHDFNJ joined communities across the country in celebrating Lights On Afterschool, an annual nationwide event that highlights the importance of afterschool programs in supporting children, families, and communities. The celebration recognized the role that enriching afterschool experiences play in helping children discover their interests, develop new skills, and reach their potential.
To mark the occasion, Dream Scholars participated in a hands on STEAM activity by creating their own illuminated lightbulb projects. Using an LED diode, conductive copper tape, and a coin cell battery, scholars learned how to complete a simple electrical circuit and watched as their lightbulbs lit up. The activity introduced important concepts in science and engineering while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and problem solving.
At IHDFNJ, learning extends beyond the classroom. Activities like this demonstrate how afterschool programming can turn everyday materials into meaningful learning experiences, giving Dream Scholars opportunities to experiment, explore, and discover what is possible.
