Middle School Science

Science is a core course for students in grades 6-8.  Each year students explore concepts in life science, earth and space science, and physical science.  
 
Our curriculum follows the Next Generation Science Standards.  Below is a summary and general timeline of units by grade.
 
Middle School Units of Study:
  Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4
6th Grade
Light and Matter Thermal Energy Weather, Water Cycle and Climate Cells and Systems
7th Grade Chemical Reactions & Matter Metabolic Reactions Matter Cycling & Photosynthesis Ecosystem Dynamics
8th Grade Genetics Natural Selection & Common Ancestry Earth and Space Contact Forces
 
Parent and Student Resources:
Next Generation Science Standards Guides:
 
Science at Home:
  • American Museum of Natural History  A range of articles and hands-on activities for middle school students.
  • Explore Learning Gizmos Our middle school students each have login access to this library of science activities and simulations.
  • NASA Space and astronomy lessons for kids.
  • NatGeoKids From National Geographic, this website offers students the ability to read and play games while learning science at the same time.
  • NOVA Videos and articles on a variety of scientific topics
  • PBS Science! Kids