Description
Students in Bryan County, Georgia will be participating in the award-winning SAE International A World in Motion® (AWIM®) program’s Skimmer Challenge. Thank you to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) for supporting this challenge for all fourth graders in multiple Bryan County Schools. This is a hands-on, minds-on activity where students design and build fan-propelled paper sailboats.
With dates ranging from September to April, we will connect you with the contacts necessary to solidify volunteer dates. Additional information will be released upon submitting your application:
Bryan County Elementary | 12:45 P.M. – 1:15 P.M.
October 2025 - January 2026
Teacher Brandon Shuman
Bryan County Elementary
250 Payne Dr
Pembroke, GA 31321
Frances Meeks Elementary School | ***10:00 A.M. – 10:45 AM. ***
October 2025 - December 2025
Teacher Adam Wickline
Frances Meeks Elementary School
488 Warren Hill Road
Richmond, GA 31324
As a volunteer, you will be responsible for mentoring and overseeing students as they navigate the AWIM Challenge. You will build real-world connections to concepts and skills that students are learning and serve as a role model for students by sharing your experience and insights around HMGMA learning extensions. As such, you will have the chance to influence and enhance the ways in which our youth are prepared to meet the challenges of the future. For a short-term, flexible time commitment, you can make learning fun, help students discover the exciting application of science and math principles, and share information about rewarding careers in your chosen profession.
IMPORTANT:
ALL volunteers must complete the required volunteer school clearances and procedures before your scheduled volunteer date.
Volunteers are responsible for emailing teachers, our HMGMGA contact and School Services as early as possible to establish contacts and coordinate on the specific dates and times to attend classes to support.
Pasted below are links to the Skimmer training slide deck and an activity overview:
Skimmer Presentation.pptx
SKIMMER Overview with HMGMA Learning Extensions.pptx
Please complete the following Microsoft Form to apply for this opportunity:
To volunteer at Bryan County Elementary, please fill out this form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/3wN5T1R2Sb
To volunteer with Frances Meeks Elementary school please fill out this form:
https://forms.office.com/r/YMLxN7vX56
What is AWIM?
AWIM is an inquiry-based, hands-on learning experience that brings STEM concepts to life, providing students with knowledge and skills to help them succeed in future education, careers, and life. Starting with the youngest learners, from preschool through 12th grade, AWIM combines practical, experiential learning with mentorship from industry volunteers and ongoing training and support for educators to advance equitable access to STEM.
Visit www.sae.org/awim to learn more!