The study of science and technology is vital to children in an ever changing world. Science teaches basic skills and concepts and helps children become careful and accurate observers and recorders, creative and accurate experimenters, and skilled problem solvers. Children learn about themselves and their natural environment. Biological, physical, and natural sciences are part of the elementary science curriculum. Through the use of technology, learning is reinforced throughout the total school curriculum.
Technology is used in various educational settings as an integral part of the curriculum.
The media center houses an electronic referencing center which includes encyclopedias, article summaries of periodicals on CD ROM, and a card catalog to access books. The communication technology specialist staffs the multimedia computer lab, assuring classroom curriculum integration using a variety of technological tools. Students experience the success of learning new technologies in a relevant and meaningful way. Each classroom has an Apple computer and has access to portable Macintosh computers equipped with CD ROM capability. Will develop an understanding of the impact science and technology have on their lives Will understand and apply science and technology to improve their environment locally and globally.