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Tuesday, May 1st, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
Monday morning Science Fair certificates and prizes were handed out.
Eye Opening Lesson
Monday, April 30th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
After studying the parts of the eye, Mrs. Hall’s students discovered their blind spot!
Students use Inspiration to Depict Edison
Friday, April 27th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
The 5/6 group researched an invention by Thomas Edison. They had to create a flow chart and write a paragraph. The flow chart depicted what was used prior to his invention, his actual invention, and how his invention has progressed today.
High School Science Fair
Friday, April 27th, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
The high school Science Fair was a huge success. Projects ranged from family genealogy to a video game for the visually impaired. Winners will be announced next week.
Enjoy the photos and videos below.
Cory, a student in the Chemistry class is seen here experimenting with Mentos candy. He has used 4 different types of carbonated drinks based on sugar content to determine the formation of gas. The results in the video show that Diet Coke, due to artificial sweetener, created a chemical reaction that measured 10 feet into the air.
Three Branches of Government
Thursday, April 26th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
We made foldables in Mrs. Stickel’s class to help us understand how our local, state, and national government operates.
Investigating Heat Transfer
Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
In science, 8th graders found all the ways heat can be transferred. One way is making Smores. Science can be delicious!
Solar Power
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
8th graders set up a solar cell to demonstrate alternative energy sources. They used the solar cell to charge up Mrs. Radle’s cell phone!
Grades 2/3 study life cycle of frogs
Monday, March 26th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
The 2/3 class continues to learn about life cycles in science. Beginning on March 20, students began observing and studying tadpoles as they learn about the life cycle of a frog.
Students continue PowerPoint Projects
Saturday, March 24th, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
The 5/6 and 2/3 grade social studies classes are creating a Power Point presentation. The 5/6 class chose a person who was an urban reformer during the Industrial Period in America. The 2/3 class students are creating their presentation on the three branches of our government.
Science class makes machines
Friday, March 23rd, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
The Eighth graders have displayed samples of simple machines. Each student brought in, built or drew a simple machine to demonstrate a concept for the class. They were very creative!
