On May 4, Ari’s school, the Warren School in Ashland, was hopping with excitement. It was the official opening of the Warren School Weather Observatory. Mrs. Karen Taylor’s first grade class donned their handmade weather-themed hats, got their poems ready and went into the courtyard to view this massive structure for the first time. That alone would have been exciting enough, but there was one other piece which really put the icing on the cake. Channel 5 Meteorologist Harvey Leonard came.
Harvey spoke with the students about weather and why learning about the weather is so exciting and educational. Harvey also helped the children try out the new wooden deck, ladder and observation area, complete with a wind sock, weather vane and rain gauge.
The students asked questions, read their poems and asked more questions. Harvey soaked it all in, basking in the moment of seeing a new generation of children who would develop a true appreciation for his passion. Harvey showed a wealth of kindness and patience. He answered every question and reacted to every comment which came his way, including one from a boy who said, “I need to go to the nurse and get my allergy medication!”
Harvey spoke with the students about weather and why learning about the weather is so exciting and educational. Harvey also helped the children try out the new wooden deck, ladder and observation area, complete with a wind sock, weather vane and rain gauge.
The students asked questions, read their poems and asked more questions. Harvey soaked it all in, basking in the moment of seeing a new generation of children who would develop a true appreciation for his passion. Harvey showed a wealth of kindness and patience. He answered every question and reacted to every comment which came his way, including one from a boy who said, “I need to go to the nurse and get my allergy medication!”
Harvey then joined two students in the office to announce the first official weather station reading over the PA system to the entire school. First graders will be using the weather station daily, recording observations to log and reporting their findings to fellow students on the morning announcements.
Kudos to Mrs. Taylor for submitting the winning proposal to the Ashland Education Foundation, which provided a $2,000 grant. Volunteer Julian Doktor, a retired educator in Ashland, offered his skills as master craftsman. Indoor equipment allows weather readings in bad weather, too.
It was a day to remember at the Warren School in Ashland. Thank you Harvey Leonard for making it extra special.
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