Copper King's Water Academy 7th and 8th grade students wanted to engage 4th and 5th graders in learning water concepts. In doing so these students learned how difficult it is to balance inquiry, exploration, and discovery with structure and discipline when teaching. The middle school students benefitted greatly from this experience. Mason said, "We've grown a new respect for teachers and instructors for what they do" and his colleague Jayde added, "It makes us look at things from a different perspective." Using Arizona Project WET's successful water festival model, these Pendergast Elementary School District teens made a difference in younger students' lives. Fourth grade student Miles said, "I loved everything. The best field trip ever!" and Trevor emphasized in all caps, "IT WAS AWESOME!"
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