Our purpose is to teach students about the fascinating world around us, so that they will become excited to learn more of what has been discovered and become responsible stewards of the material universe. From Kindergarten through grade five, students are exposed to increasingly complex concepts of various aspects of biological, physical and earth science. Hands-on experiments are conducted at all grade levels. Field trips with science emphasis are schedules for grades three to eight to enhance scientific understanding. The middle school program uses the Glencoe Science Interactions series.
Students study life, earth, and physical science in all three-grade levels each year.
During classes, students use technology in the form of computer work, videos, overheads, audiocassettes, and the Internet. Classroom work includes traditional study methods, worksheets, maps, study guides, and lab experiments. Assessment is done through homework, lab work, science projects, group activities, tests, journals and portfolios. Materials are as needed, and provided for classroom use. Lab equipment and materials are controlled by the science teacher and stored in locked cabinets.