The seventh- and eighth- grade STEM specials have been exploring the University of Colorado website, PhET simulations this past week. This website allows students to engage in meaningful laboratory experiments in a safe environment.
Recent topics researched include Energy Skate Park (Kinetic/Potential/Thermal Energy); Forces in Motion (Forces and their Interactions); and Circuit Construction Kit – DC Virtual Lab (Circuits). This website emphasize the connections between real-life phenomena and the underlying science, and help make the visual and conceptual models of expert scientists accessible to students.
Contact info: Steve Christensen, [email protected]
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Grade 6 students have ended their cell unit with a performance task. They created informational posters or brochures that would be suitable for a doctor’s office. We discussed unbiased information and relevant facts. Students covered skin cells, muscle cells, blood cells, and bone cells in their studies. They presented their finished work to their peers this week.
Contact info: Stacey Burroughs, [email protected]
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Samuel Mwayingeni was a guest speaker in seventh-grade social studies classes on Monday, Oct. 15. Mr Mwayingeni is visiting Newport from Zimbabwe, Africa.
Contact info: Pam LaFountain, [email protected]
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The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honors students in Grades 5-12 for making meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service.
Applications are now open for 2019 awards. Apply By Nov.r 6, 2018 by clicking the link: https://spirit.prudential.com/apply/2019
Contact info: Shelly Hudson, shudson @sau43.org
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