Engineering Units

 

Energy and the Environment-6th grade

Students are challenged to think big and toward the future as they explore sustainable solutions to our energy needs and investigate the impact of energy on our lives and the world. They use what they’ve learned to design and model alternative energy sources, as well as evaluate options for reducing energy consumption. 

Medical Detectives-7th grade

Students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they collect and analyze medical data to diagnose disease. They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, measure and interpret vital signs, perform dissections, investigate disease outbreaks, and explore how a breakdown within the human body can lead to dysfunction.  

Flight and Space-8th grade

The exciting world of aerospace comes alive through Flight and Space. Students explore the science behind aeronautics and use their knowledge to design, build, and test an airfoil.