Week of 9/26

This week, we will continue our unit on water (chapter 11 in the book). This will include some fil-in-the-blank notes as well as worksheets and a study guide. We still need water from a pond or creek near you so we can analyze the water quality next week.

This week also sees the end of our seed growth lab. Students set up experiments to measure which factors affect the germination and growth of radish seeds. On Friday they will take the last measurements. Next week, they will write a lab report using the steps of the scientific method.

Week of 9/12

This week in Environmental Science, we will begin our unit on water and water pollution. We will cover chapter 11 in the online book.

Class time will include a student-driven assignment called "What You Should Know" in which students will read, process, and apply information to challenging questions.

We will also conduct water quality tests. Students, if you have a creek or pond near your house, please bring in a water sample in a sealable container. Samples can be dropped off at my room before school.

Standards covered: SEV1a, 4a,f, 5c,e,f