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The
first full-scale school-based children's museum in the U.S., the Kidzeum is
a unique and dynamic facility where students' desires to learn are stimulated
through interactive and intriguing exhibits. Surrounded
by authentic settings of a grocery store, a bank, a kitchen, and various exhibits,
children are encouraged to pose questions and search for answers. Students are scheduled to visit The Kidzeum for an hour on a three-week rotation. The museum's programming is structured to meet the interests and capabilities of all of the grade levels at Grenada Elementary. The goal of The Kidzeum is to capture the natural curiosity of children and to instill the joy of learning. The Kidzeum has been part of Grenada Elementary School since the construction of the new building in 1995, giving students in kindergarten through third grade an opportunity to participate in the innovative program. The Kidzeum has been the recipient of many advancements and awards. The Public Education Forum of Mississippi recognized the Kidzeum in 1996 with an Award of Excellence. Business Week magazine awarded The Kidzeum the recognition of "Top Rural Elementary School" in the nation. The Kidzeum was also the recipient of the American Association of School Administrators' "Leadership for Learning Award for 2000", a 2001 Governor's Award for Outstanding School-Community Partnerships at the 17th annual Partners in Education Seminars, and a 2002 MAGNA Award by American School Board Journal. |
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