The Grow Room

Peter Graven teaches seventh and eighth grade science at Deer Creek Intermediate School, part of the St. Francis School District located just south of the City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For nineteen years, he has been teaching a combination of mathematics and science courses including Earth and the Life Sciences. He is the lead teacher and mentor for SFROBOTICS, a robotics program that participates in a variety of different robotics activities and competitions, (FIRST TECH Challenge, FIRST LEGO League, MATE ROV, and SEAPERCH), as well as STE(A)M related projects that have a local and global impact with strategic partnerships. Graven is a teacher who constantly researches new and innovative opportunities for his students to be proactive in their learning. He consistently looks outside the box to provide challenges that foster intelligent, independent invention and collaborative team building. His room is a virtual expedition into learning using technology through active engagement and teamwork. He created and coordinates ONEIGHTY to showcase the work of his students where projects engage students to be innovators: their task-to ignite positive change in their world. He received a BS degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Science and Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, followed by a MEd in Educational Technology from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee. He continues to advance his research both independently and through professional institutions and leadership groups. You can connect with Peter through Twitter (@dotsciguy)