Benton Hanner was determined not to spend any money on his 5th grade roller coaster project. With recycled cardboard, foam and the use of a 3D printer, he successfully built a Star Wars-themed rollercoaster and paid “zero dollars” for it. Called “Into the Night,” this rollercoaster features a marble riding down a track supported by 3D printed, plastic pillars. At the end of … [Read more...]
Education in Abilene: A Timeline
By Loretta Fulton Abilene’s first school was in a tent. Its newest is a modern brick structure with red tile roof and state-of-the-art medical equipment. In between those two school openings – the first in 1881 when the city was founded and the second in 2016 – much has happened. The tent housed the new city’s school age children. The first batch of them graduated in 1888. … [Read more...]
8 Activities for the Lifelong Learner
By Rebecca Hargus “It’s never too late to learn something new,” according to the adage, and here at The Scene, we take these words to heart. We strive to stay active, positive, and curious, and we believe our readers strive to do the same. There are many ways to continue learning long after our formal school days are over, and we’d like to share a short list of … [Read more...]
The Road to College Ready
By Rebecca Hargus Photography by Beth Dukes Abilene has a distinct college culture. And with six higher education institutions, including three universities, within city limits, it’s hardly surprising. What may be surprising, though, is how early and intentionally that college culture is cultivated. Before high school or even middle school, seeds are being … [Read more...]