FALL PREVIEW: Wind & Oar Boat School Gears up for Root Beer Float-tilla Benefit

FALL PREVIEW – Portland, OR. A lively group of Wind & Oar Boat School supporters wants you to join them on Tuesday, September 10th for food, drinks and a robust silent auction. The innovative school’s 2nd annual Root Beer Float-tilla will take place at the Daimler Trucks North America Headquarters on Swan Island (4555 N Channel Ave., Portland, 97217.)

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At the benefit, you’ll also have a chance to learn more about  Wind & Oar.  It’s an Oregon nonprofit engaging youth in math, practical and social skills through the art, science, and craft of wooden boat building.

The school’s methods include a low teacher-to-student ratio, hands-on math application and promoting self-confidence in solving problems.

The guest speaker will be Guest speaker is Roger Nielsen, CEO, Daimler Trucks.

Here are a few photos from last year’s event:

Root beer floats (hand-made using table sponsor Tillamook Creamery ice cream) are served while guests hear success stories from Wind & Oar educators and students.

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One more look at the details:

Partnering with public schools and youth serving organizations, we deliver STE(A)M (science, technology, engineering, art, math) programming to underserved youth across the Portland Metro region in elementary school through post-secondary settings.

• Building a wooden boat is the platform for exploration of an array of academic, practical, and social skills.
• Students master new skills in an atmosphere that fosters critical thinking, teamwork, and perseverance.
• Through the process of crafting a tangible, functional object, young people gain confidence, motivation, and a curious spirit they carry forward at school and in the workplace.

Address: Wind & Oar Boat School 2303 N Randolph Portland, OR 97227

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