Sawmill fifth graders participated in the third annual Sawmill Boat Brigade Tuesday morning. Led by enrichment teacher Lindsey Persichilli, students constructed their own boats, factoring in buoyancy, weight and the ability to hold mass when floating across an inflatable pool. 

Students were able to take part in one of two competitions. The first measured how fast each boat could get from one side of the pool to the other. The second competition measured how much weight each boat could carry across the pool. 

Students analyzed their results and were able to make modifications to their boat to improve their speed or strength. 

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jordan Cox paid the students a visit along with Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Tim Russo and Sawmill Principal Michelle Tancredi-Zott to watch the competitions.