The science program has two main goals: to introduce basic science
concepts and to begin student acquisition of science skills. Students
develop a wide range of process and inquiry skills. Hands-on activities
provide opportunities for students to undertake their own
investigations as they learn the scientific method. Multimedia
materials, lab experiences, and outdoor explorations emphasize the
continuous process of discovery. The Primary School's full-time science
specialist teaches all science classes. Students at all grade levels
study life sciences, physical sciences, and chemical principles.
In second grade, science is integrated with math and language arts as
students plan, design, and create an 800-square-foot garden. Third
grade students conduct controlled experiments: They formulate
questions, design the experiments, collect and analyze data, and then
present their findings to their peers.
