The Inspiring Elementary Engineering (IE2) STEM Program held the annual Water Tower Competition on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Veterans' Expo Hall at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto.
There were more than 75 water towers built mostly with recycled materials.
Photo provided by: Prine Elementary School
The objective of the competition is to make students aware of the importance of reliable drinking water and the rewarding opportunities available in the water profession.
The competition meets this objective by having students develop an idea into a functioning water tower, just like what water professionals do in the real world.
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During the months of February and March, IE2 /TSA Club students designed and engineered their water towers and competed in the following categories: dimensions, materials, and hydraulics.
Photo provided by Jennifer McManis
The Model Water Tower Competition was supported by the American Water Works Association, who provided the expertise and judges to score the amazing projects.
A big thank you goes out to ALL the volunteers, teachers, students, and parents, who supported the event.
Photo provided by Jennifer McManis
Team Axolotl; Photo provided by: Mills Elementary School
Results:
Grand Champions - Team 'Scrumdidly' - Rowlett Academy
First place - Team 'Under the Wave' - Rowlett Academy
Second place - Team 'Axolotl' - Mills Elementary
Third place - Team 'Mountain Rainforest Extravaganza' - Rowlett Academy
Honorable Mention - Team 'Gumball Machine' - Daughtrey Elementary
We are extremely proud of ALL our participating students as the Top 9 Elementary Towers outperformed some of the neighboring high school competitions!