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Wheelchair Becomes Magical Angel Throne for Halloween
20 Oct
Summary
- Eighth graders designed an angel throne around a wheelchair.
- The project empowered a young girl's Halloween costume vision.
- STEM learning initiative transformed a student's dream into reality.
A remarkable initiative at Babcock Neighborhood School saw 25 eighth-grade students collaborate to bring a unique Halloween vision to life for nine-year-old Kaelyn Goodman. Kaelyn, who has congenital myasthenic syndrome and uses a wheelchair, wished to dress as a "princess angel." The students, participating in a Project-Based Learning STEM assignment, ingeniously decided to integrate her wheelchair into the costume.
They designed and constructed an elaborate angel throne around Kaelyn's wheelchair, incorporating wings and allowing her input into the final look. This creative solution ensured Kaelyn could fully participate in the school's Trunk-or-Treat event on October 10. Her parents expressed deep gratitude for the students' thoughtful approach, which prioritized Kaelyn's desires and her full inclusion in a cherished childhood experience.
