Science 6

Our Middle School student scientists follow an integrated program each year. We use themes to create a framework for understanding the connections between scientific disciplines. In this way, students learn that seemingly different processes, structures, or systems can be shown to have underlying similarities. Students are asked to learn science by engaging their hands and their minds. By engaging in science activities and analyzing their results, students learn the “whys” and the “hows,” not just the “whats” and “whens.” Ultimately, they learn to see science as a system for making sense of the world. At all times, concepts and skill development are emphasized over memorization of facts. A common thread throughout the four years is the emphasis on learning science and applying their knowledge in various projects.

During science class sixth grade girls study:

• Structure, Function & Information Processing
• Earth’s Materials, Systems & Natural Hazards
• Chemical Reactions