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Science Core Curriculum
Mrs. Vicknair's students exploring the world of science.
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5th Grade Science
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As the students begin to develop into abstract thinkers, the fifth grade science program builds a foundation of important scientific theories while providing frequent opportunities for experimentation and concrete discovery. A key components of the curriculum is the introduction to chemistry in terms of the periodic table, atomic and chemical structure, and acids and bases. The students also explore more complex concepts in the physical sciences, such as the earth's structure, celestial properties, and the laws of motion. The life sciences component focuses primarily on animal classification, the defining characteristics of each kingdom, and the Louisiana wetlands. Lab projects and field trips supplement the program. |
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7th Grade Science
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The seventh grade science program serves as an introduction to the biological sciences. Students begin by studying the defining characteristics of life, with an emphasis on how cells function, heredity, and the major theories of evolution. The course then moves to a series of units examining the various systems of the body, including skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, circulatory, reproductive, excretory, and nervous systems. |
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6th Grade Science
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The sixth grade science program allows for an in-depth study of the Earth and the physical sciences. Experimentation and applications are presented for each important concept, including properties and states of matter, force, Newton's Laws, energy, and simple machines. Additionally, atmospheric behavior, oceans, and other Earth science concepts are reviewed and studied in greater depth. Group labs and in-class review build an understanding of the scientific method, and students present projects individually throughout the year. |
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8th Grade Science
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The eighth grade science program examines the fundamentals of classical physics. The contributions of Galileo and Newton will establish physics as a legitimate branch of science and serve to provide explanations of phenomena observed throughout the universe. Appropriate labs will be conducted to reinforce these principles. |
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| Middle School Science Faculty |
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Suzette Day
B.A. Louisiana State University, 1982
M.A.T. Spring Hill College, 1993
Joe Soto
B.A. University of New Orleans, 1973
M.A. University of New Orleans, 1979
M.A. University of New Orleans, 1982
Bobbie Vicknair
B.A. Southeastern Louisiana University, 1972
M.A. Southeastern Louisiana University, 1984
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