As part of an innovative approach to science education, our middle school students are engaging in an interactive curriculum focused on the plant life cycle. This dynamic unit integrates an introductory video, a KWL (Know, Want to know, Learned) graphic organizer, and various agricultural materials, along with visuals and vocabulary specific to plant growth and development. Students are actively documenting their predictions and observations in daily data logs, honing their analytical skills. The curriculum's primary objective is to equip students with the skills necessary to integrate knowledge and ideas, in line with Connecticut Core Standards. The standard CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.6-8.9 emphasizes [...]

Steven comes to class every day with a desire to learn. He is dedicated to being the best version of himself, and puts a great amount of effort into everything he does. Steven is able to always maintain his composure throughout any situations and completes his class work at the highest quality and far exceeds expectations. Steven is supportive and collaborative with her peer which makes him a great role model in class. Steven has made great improvements in his attendance at school. When in school, he completes his work, focuses on his academics and has maintained the higher [...]