LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Fayette County students are bringing fidget toys back into style. But this time with a purpose that goes far beyond playground trends.

The innovative project spans across the school district, with students from 3rd grade through high school seniors participating in the manufacturing process at schools like Leestown Middle School. These specially designed fidgets will be kept in fire engines so firefighters can hand them to individuals who may need help calming down during stressful emergencies.

"It's gonna be a great thing to be able to hand them something to help soothe them and put their mind at ease for just a little bit," a firefighter said.

The fidget designs are backed by scientific research conducted by the students themselves. The district's STEM learni

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