Science Newsletter – Semester Update
We are pleased to share an update on our science program as we begin the new semester. Over the past several weeks, students have been actively engaged in exploring fundamental concepts of motion, energy, and sound. Through a combination of direct instruction and carefully designed experiments, students have had multiple opportunities to deepen their understanding of these important topics.
In our unit on motion, students investigated how forces cause changes in movement, speed, and direction. Activities such as observing rolling objects and testing inclined planes allowed them to connect abstract principles with observable outcomes. These investigations also encouraged students to develop skills in prediction, observation, and recording results.
Our lessons on energy emphasized the many different forms it can take, including mechanical, light, and thermal energy. Experiments demonstrated how energy can be transformed from one type to another. Students observed, for example, how stored potential energy could be converted into kinetic energy, and how energy is often released in the form of heat or sound.
The study of sound built upon these themes, as students learned that vibrations are the source of all sounds. By constructing simple models, such as string telephones, and experimenting with tuning forks, they discovered how sound waves travel through air, solids, and liquids. These hands-on activities reinforced the idea that scientific concepts are best understood through direct experience.
We are proud of the enthusiasm students have shown and look forward to continuing to build upon this strong foundation throughout the semester.
