Middle School Curriculum Posts

In Grade 6, students receive an introduction to the areas of science predominately related to understanding our planet. The course begins with the fundamental scientific skills of safety, scientific method, and measurement. Students engage in a variety of learning activities, from lab experiments, demonstrations, and presentations, to projects, assessments, and collaborative group work. The Grade 6 year integrates physical, biological, and earth sciences using a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) design process approach. Students will continue to apply and develop these skills through the study of thermal energy, structure of the earth, energy resources, ecology, and simple machines.