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Join us for Block Kids: Feb 4
 One of the largest events our NAWIC chapter has held since 1991 is our Block Kids Program. The Block Kids Program is a national program competition that is sponsored on the local level by NAWIC chapters and other organizations. The award-winning program introduces children to the construction industry in an effort to promote an interest in future careers in one of the many facets of the industry. The competition involves the construction of various structures with interlocking blocks and three of the following additional items: a small rock, string, foil, and poster board. Local winners advance to the Regional Competition and one semi-finalist from each region is entered in the National Program competitions. National prizes are awarded to the top three projects. All our local judges are volunteers from companies within the construction community such as: landscapers, engineers, architects, accountants, lawyers, suppliers, and construction managers or operators. We are continuously surprised and inspired by the creativeness of the next generation and our own Block Kids Program participants. Join us for Block Kids! Block Kids is a national LEGO building competition put on by the National Association of Women in Construction. The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek NAWIC Chapter does it best with nearly 100 students and 30+ industry judges participating most years! We are looking for: Participants — Children Kindergarten-6th grade to compete (bring on the LEGO lovers!) Each of the winners are provided with a gift card and company hard hat which they love. We will take pictures of the kids in their hard hats for you to use as outreach if you wish. All students sign photo waivers. Also, each student receives a free t-shirt which has the company sponsors listed on the back. Pre-registration required! We will cap registration at 100 kids. Judges – Construction industry (and all related fields) members to judge the LEGO creations and assist us in promoting construction-related fields to the children. You can buy a t-shirt for $10 if desired. Great STEM activity for you and your co-workers! Pre-registration required! Sponsorship ($150) – This is a free event for everyone and sponsors help cover the cost of the location, custodial services, t-shirts for the kids, materials, donuts/juice/coffee for volunteers and participants. Donate by clicking the link below. Event Details: Date: February 4, 2023 Time: Judges/Volunteers arrive around 8am, Participants check-in at 9am (starts at 9:30am) Location: Plainwell Middle School (cafeteria) Cost: Free January 20th is the deadline to sign up as a sponsor or judge Pre-Register or Sponsor Now! |
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