Science

Hamilton uses the FOSS and STC science programs in grades K-5, and the SEPUP program in grades 6-8. These units are all inquiry based, where students have the chance to explore through hands on learning-with very little book work involved. At Hamilton, we believe that the best way to learn, enjoy, and remember science is to do science. In all of the units listed below, we also incorporate the use of science notebooks to enhance literacy throughout the curricula.

All of these units help students prepare for our school’s science fair, which will be held this year during the spring quarter.

We are proud to be part of the Shedd Navigators program which involves field trips to the Shedd as well as visits from Shedd staff monthly for co-teaching experiences.

Our school has also chosen to “go green” by composting leftover food at lunch time. Every day, our fourth grade classroom chops the food that is composted so that we can create healthy soil for our school garden. If you would like to help in this process, please let Mrs. Moos, Ms. Badalucco, or Mr. Gray know!

The units you can expect to hear your student coming home and energetically telling you about include:

Preschool:

Balls and ramps

Animal adaptations

Plants

Insects

Kindergarten:

Animals Two by Two

Fabric

Weather

Fun in the Garden – Students will be learning about plants and how they grow, along with exploring our school’s garden!

1st Grade