For the Reporter<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n Mill Creek Middle School students are eager to share the wonders of the brain as part of Brain Awareness Week, March 16-22, delivering a message about improving wellness and growth.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The week features the inaugural Brain Symposium at 5 p.m. March 19 at the school, 620 N. Central Ave. The free event is open to the community.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Special guest Dr. Eric Chudler, from the University of Washington, is scheduled to speak at 5:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The symposium is geared toward informing families about the necessary resources for developing healthy brains. Students will present brain-focused research projects. Community members will have the opportunity to enjoy games, activities and performances throughout the night, hear from various health care providers and speak with representatives from local universities and colleges.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The field of neuroscience and neuroeducation is encouraged in the classrooms at Mill Creek.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n “It’s all about brains this year,” said teacher Shannon Jephson-Hernandez. “Our focus has been on teaching students about their brain development, metacognition, growth mindset, and many other brain related topics.”<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Mill Creek planned the event with help from Kent-Meridian High School, the University of Washington School Of Nursing, University of Washington School of Education, Puget Sound Educational Service District, and the Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n All attendees who register at, http:\/\/www.brownpapertickets.com\/event\/1262548s, will be entered into raffle for brain-related door prizes. Registration is not required.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n