Students from Southeastern and Central Elementary schools headed to the state Capitol today to participate in the 24th annual AT&T/Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) Student Technology Showcase, highlighting the incredible applied technology efforts they’ve developed in the classroom.
During the showcase, the Hastings students presented their project, highlighting a three-week coding and robotics camp offered to 3rd and 4th graders over the summer that featured video game design, coding, robotics and engineering. They presented what they learned to state lawmakers.
“Our students are excited to demonstrate their technology-driven abilities at this year’s Student Technology Showcase,” said S.T.E.M. teacher Jessica Fleis, who leads the camp along with 4th grade teacher Joe Madalinski and paraprofessionals Kristen Redman, Carly Diekhoff and Haley Hines. “Integrating new tools into the learning process has truly enhanced their education, broadening their perspectives and opening the door to inspiring new opportunities.”
David Lewis, President of AT&T Michigan stated, “Michigan’s young students continually impress us with their creative use of technology to elevate their learning. They are the next generation of leaders, and their ability to seamlessly apply technology into their education is truly inspiring. AT&T is proud to support this annual event and excited to see the innovative advancements transforming classrooms.”
“The projects students bring to the Capitol for the Student Technology Showcase never cease to amaze us,” said Tammy Maginity, Executive Director of MACUL.
Presented by Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning and underwritten by AT&T, the 2025 Student Technology Showcase featured demonstrations from students representing 26 schools across Michigan. The Lansing showcase was held in the state Capitol’s new Heritage Hall on Tuesday, giving students opportunities to demonstrate and display technology projects they have created for Capitol visitors as well as policymakers.