Springdale E.A.S.T Students Bring Route 61 & 62 History to Life
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Monday, May 18, students from the Springdale E.A.S.T programs at J.O. Kelly Middle School and Helen Tyson Middle School returned to present the finalized version of a project they have spent most of the school year creating; an interactive digital experience exploring the history of places and landmarks along Ozark Regional Transit’s Route 61 and Route 62 corridors.
The finished project is not only impressive in its depth and creativity, but also in the way it preserves stories and pieces of Northwest Arkansas history that many people may never have known otherwise.
You can explore the full interactive experience here: Springdale: A Journey Through Time
The students used mapping technology, research, storytelling, and multimedia design to create an experience that highlights historical locations, community landmarks, and cultural stories connected to the Route 61 and 62 areas throughout Springdale. Their work demonstrates how public transit connects more than destinations... it connects people to the history and identity of their community.
Throughout the project, the students researched local history, gathered information about important sites, and transformed it into an engaging digital journey that riders, residents, and visitors can all explore. The result is an educational resource that blends technology with community storytelling in a way that feels interactive, modern, and meaningful.
At Ozark Regional Transit, we love seeing students use their talents to make a lasting impact in the community. Projects like this show the value of collaboration between schools, technology programs, and public transportation... all while helping preserve the stories that make Northwest Arkansas unique.
We are incredibly proud of the students and educators involved in this project and thankful for the time, creativity, and dedication they invested throughout the school year. Their work will continue to educate and inspire others long after the presentations are over.
Be sure to take some time to explore the experience for yourself and discover the hidden history along Routes 61 and 62.
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