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for hands-on scientific experiments and equipment, including kits for converting hydrogen into electricity as an alternative energy source. FAST members enjoy visiting mainstream students in elementary schools to extoll the virtues of solar power. They like watching youngsters' excitement at seeing solar power in action. "FAST puts our kids in a leadership role," says Crosby. "They get up in front of an audience as an expert on something. It gives them something to be proud of and a sense of accomplishment. It's a chance to work on their social skills and public speaking. Some of my kids are very social, but others don't know the different rules for talking to people. FAST helps them learn these rules." Crosby has received some glowing accolades. In 2012, he was named Teacher of the Year for the national Kids in Need Foundation and received CTA's Physically/ Mentally Challenged Students' Issues Human Rights Award. In 2013, he was one of six finalists for national Teacher of the Year contest co-sponsored by People magazine and Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats. Crosby's students traveled to Washington, D.C., and received the President's Environmental Youth Award in 2011. They also formed the Falcon Coffee Company, a vocational program where students learn math and social skills through preparing and selling coffee on school day mornings. Crosby believes that it's not only FAST members who benefit from these interac- tions. Those who come into contact with them are also better off from the experience. "Others start to see my kids in a little different light," he explains. "They see that they are people. They see that they have a lot to share. This is the best part of my job and gives me something to look forward to throughout the year." Joselyn Bermudez, Brandan Lake and Jose Rodriguez Valenzuela demonstrate their solar projects. Teaching ideas Learning 48 www.cta.org get pre-approved today! Call (800) 328.5328 endorsed by: Which Summer Roadtripper are You? As low as 1.49% APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is our best rate on approved credit and up to 125% financing for a maximum 48-month term, and includes a 1% discount for Automatic Payment (AutoPay). Rate subject to increase if AutoPay is discontinued. Actual interest rate offered may be higher depending on applicant's credit rating and other underwriting factors. Up to 125% financing is available on purchase and no-cash-out refinancing only, is based on creditworthiness, and may not be available to all recipients; other conditions may apply. In some instances Logix may require borrowers to purchase Guaranteed Auto Protection on new and used auto loans; maximum 17.99% APR. Current Logix loans excluded unless borrower takes $5,000 cash out (must meet loan-to-value requirements) or pay a $249 fee. Logix finances vehicles purchased through franchised dealerships only (those affiliated with a major brand such as Ford, Chevy or Toyota). Auto loans are available only in AZ, CA, DC, MA, MD, ME, NH, NV and VA. Monthly payments at 1.49% APR for a 48-month term are estimated at $21.48 per $1,000 borrowed. Borrowers may elect to defer the first payment due date for up to 90 days from loan funding date, subject to credit approval; interest will accrue during deferral period. Rate accurate as of 7/01/14 and is subject to change. The Wanderer The Highway Master The Urbanite The Adventurer The Team Captain The Coastal Cruiser Rates as low as n No Money Down n No Payments for 90 Days n New n Used n Refi