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Are you an entity of <br />UNC-Chapel Hill or <br />another unit of state <br />government? <br />No <br />PROJECT/PROGRAM <br />INFORMATION <br />Tell us about your project or program <br />Title of Grant <br />Request <br />'W hat is Architecture?' W orkshops in Orange County Elementary Schools <br />Grant Amount <br />Requested <br />5,000 <br />Is the person in <br />charge of this <br />program or project <br />different from the <br />Authorizing Official? <br />No <br />W hat are you <br />requesting funding <br />for? <br />A specific program or project <br />Project/Program <br />Summary <br />The 'W hat is Architecture?' W orkshops Program in Orange County will <br />introduce 5th-grade students to the field of architectural design through an <br />imaginative and fun experience. By exposing students to architecture at an <br />early age, the program helps them understand the opportunities available in <br />this field. Each workshop is designed to be engaging, educational, and <br />hands-on, ensuring that students gain a comprehensive introduction to <br />architecture. <br />Each workshop includes the following elements: <br />1. Presentation by a Design Professional <br />- Overview of Architecture and Design: A professional architect or artist will <br />facilitate a presentation on what architecture entails and its importance in <br />shaping our community. <br />- Architectural Tools: The presentation will cover some of the essential <br />tools and techniques used by architects in their work. <br />2. Discussion and Idea Generation: Students will participate in a group <br />discussion to share their thoughts and ideas about architecture and design. <br />This interactive session encourages students to think creatively and <br />collaboratively. <br />3. Hands-on Design Activity <br />- Building Structures with Legos: Students will engage in a hands-on <br />activity where they build their own structures using Lego bricks. This <br />activity promotes creativity and spatial thinking. <br />- W riting Prompts: Alongside the building activity, students will respond to <br />writing prompts that encourage them to articulate their design ideas. <br />- AI-Generated Renderings: Prism staff will combine pictures of the <br />students' Lego creations and writing prompts to render images of their <br />creations via an AI generator. These pictures will be shared with the class, <br />providing a unique visual representation of the students' designs. <br />Docusign Envelope ID: 5641B9CB-273D-4785-AA6D-57F778AAA9EF