Invent Center Mission
At the AC Invent Center, our goal is to build enthusiasm, engagement, and fluency through authentic learning experiences. We challenge students to learn critical thinking, creativity in problem solving, reflection, and communication – solidifying skills that students can transfer across STEM content areas and the arts.
From Our Blog
Robotics Teams Win Design, Amaze, and Research Awards
Posted on January 31st, 2019by Donna Chaback Allendale Columbia School teams brought home three awards at the VEX IQ Robotics Qualifier, and at least …
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SCIENCE FAIR: Movie Screening Feb. 7th
Posted on January 30th, 2019Join us for a special viewing of SCIENCE FAIR by National Geographic Hailed by critics as “infectious and exuberant” and …
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AC Science Students Challenged with a Different Kind of Midterm
Posted on January 24th, 2019By Maya Crosby It’s midterm week at Allendale Columbia School, but around here you will see a different kind of …
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Is Your Child Starting From Behind? Why Others Look to AC for Early STEM Education
Posted on October 26th, 2018A delegation of educators from Belarus, seeking ways to boost innovation and economic development and cultivate a competitive workforce, visited Allendale …
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School Scientists Document Campus Invaders
Posted on October 26th, 2018By Beth Guzzetta Invaders seem to be taking over large parts of Allendale Columbia’s campus, but seventh grade science students …
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NASA Langley’s Deputy Director Encourages AC Students to Stay Curious
Posted on October 19th, 2018Sure, you need to be smart and know some science and technology. But to succeed in landing on the moon, …
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Presenter Nominations Open for TEDxAllendaleColumbiaSchool 2019
Posted on October 5th, 2018by The TEDxAllendaleColumbiaSchool Team Presenter Nominations are now open for TEDxAllendaleColumbiaSchool 2019. The event is on February 2nd, 2019, and the …
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AC is Abuzz in Activity
Posted on September 28th, 2018By Beth Guzzetta Fall has arrived and with it the scent of apple pies and pumpkin spice lattes. However, the …
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Upcoming Events
FEB24 | Ski Club Make-up date 10:30 AM to 5:15 PM view detailshide details This is 6th and final Ski Club trip of the season. Admin Oversight: Mick Gee Coordinator: Matt Glavin |
FEB25 | Session 4 Begins for Rainbow Room |
| Encore session 4 begins | |
FEB26 | PACK Middle School Liaison Meeting 8:15 AM to 9:00 AM view detailshide details The MS PACK Liaisons will meet in the Dining Commons. Admin Oversight: S. Baudo |
FEB27 | Walk in Wednesday 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM view detailshide details Come by to get a guided tour of AC no appointment necessary! Admin oversight: Shannon Baudo |
FEB28 | PACK Lower School Liaison Meeting 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM view detailshide details PACK Lower School Liaison Meeting The meeting will take place in the Rumsey Library. Admin Oversight: S.Baudo |
MAR01 | Red Cross Blood Drive 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM view detailshide details Blood drive sponsored by the Upper School Community Service Drive Location: Alumni Gym Admin Oversight: Diane Broberg |
MAR02 | Western New York Regional Science Bowl 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM view detailshide details The Middle School Science Bowl Team will travel to Buffalo to compete in the Western New York Regional competition. Admin Oversight: Tina Duver |