Middle School Curriculum
6th Grade• Motion and Energy
• First exposure to STEM The sixth grade curriculum focuses on the physical sciences, including the study of topics related to physics and chemistry, specifically properties of matter, physical and chemical changes of matter, forces, motion, energy, and energy transfer. As a part of this course, students will also have an opportunity to apply their knowledge regarding physics concepts an engineering design project in STEM.
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7th Grade• Science Fair
• periodic table Seventh grade science is an introduction to the subject of biology.
Units of study include:
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8th Grade• disections
• rock/mineral identification The eighth grade science curriculum includes the study of Earth Science, including Geology and Meteorology. In addition to these units, there are several Physical Science and Engineering concepts that will also be taught in order to fulfill the requirements of the Minnesota State Science Standards. To address the needs of the 21st Century Learner, this course is taught using a hands-on learning approach with an emphasis on lab-based activities. Throughout the year, student achievement will be measured by means of common assessments.
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