The Imagination Lab

Van Buren second graders used Keva planks to learn about building proper foundations for architectural structures this morning at The Imagination Lab. #QuakersImagine

After Central 2nd graders made "fruit sushi" using bananas, peanut butter and granola this morning, they ate it with chopsticks. Thanks to Plainfield Food Service for designing this fun lesson about healthy snacking! #QuakersImagine

Thanks to Alyson Ritter for talking with 3rd grade Clarks Creek students at The Imagination Lab this morning! The students enjoyed learning about the different types of items she uses in her work as a detective. #QuakersImagine.

Van Buren 5th graders learned more about engineering and surveying at The Imagination Lab today--thanks to our friends at Banning Engineering for creating an engaging project for Plainfield students! #QuakersImagine

Officer Chris Johnson visited The Imagination Lab with Colt today to talk to Central 5th graders about his career as a police K9 officer. We appreciate our hometown heroes! #QuakersImagine

Gratitude Shout Out: We are thankful for the partnership of our Lead Learners, the Plainfield School Board & administration team, and the amazing teachers, sponsors and friends whose efforts bring joy to learning at The Imagination Lab. #QuakersImagine

Clarks Creek students had lots of great questions for their hometown heroes at The Imagination Lab this morning, as our current theme "A Hero's Journey" continues. #QuakersImagine

First grade students from Clarks Creeek worked through the Design Thinking process to create superhero costumes at The Imagination Lab. #QuakersImagine

The Imagination Lab sends a huge THANKS to our awesome custodial staff. These (pictured) are just a couple of the amazing team members that keep The Lab safe, clean and running smoothly.#QuakersImagine

Kindergarten students from Central Elementary learned coding basics using Osmo Awbie at The Imagination Lab this morning. #QuakersImagine

Dr. Giesting made slime with Brentwood Kindergartners this morning at The Imagination Lab as students investigated the concept of elasticity. #QuakersImagine

Today, we wrap up the first week of "A Hero's Journey" at The Imagination Lab. Thanks to all the hometown heroes and Lead Learners who shared time with us this week. We look forward to meeting more heroes in the weeks to come! #QuakersImagine

Students try their hands at woodworking to create "hero" badges at The Imagination Lab. #QuakersImagine

Van Buren 2nd graders collaborated to create stop-motion animation videos at The Imagination Lab this morning. The final products were fun vignettes including voice overs and lots of creativity. #QuakersImagine

Central students enjoyed learning more about the job responsibilities of the town's fire and police departments at The Imagination Lab this morning. #QuakersImagine

Celebrating Hometown Heroes: Brentwood 2nd graders visited The Imagination Lab this morning and connected with real-life heroes from the Town of Plainfield. Thanks to the 911 dispatchers and police officers who spent time helping students learn about their careers. #QuakersImagine

As part of "The Space of Earth" theme, students used 3Doodler ("3D Pens") at The Lab to create their representations of the core, mantle and crust of the Earth. Next week, we embark on a new theme: "A Hero's Journey" #QuakersImagine

The Plainfield Rotary is volunteering at The Imagination Lab today, and decorated the space to make it festive for students. We appreciate the Rotary's time and generosity! #QuakersImagine

Lunch & Learn: Central's 2nd graders visited The Lab today, where teachers gave them a "No Hands Challenge." Groups moved pumpkins using only the materials they were given, no hands and LOTS of creativity! #QuakersImagine

Students help to winterize the Duke Learning Garden with the help of Big Green!