Sherri Calhoun holds a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Southern Maine and a Master of Educational Leadership from the University of Maine. They have been teaching since 1990, specializing in science and reading for grades 6–8, with extensive experience supporting middle school learners.
Students explore the relationship between regional small businesses and climate change through informational text, gameplay, and team brainstorming sessions.
Inquire: Students share their experiences with snowmobiles and brainstorm businesses that benefit from recreational enthusiasts.
Investigate: Students play a game where the success of one’s snowmobile business is dependent on climate factors.
Inspire: Students make forward-looking decisions to promote the recreational opportunities of a geographic area while recognizing that warmer winters are going to require recreational diversification and recruitment of new consumers.