I want to create a new public space for people in our town so they can interact with one another and help rebuild our community.

Oil spill clean up lab

Oil spill recovery and clean up lab that can be done in a single 70 minute class period

This project is designed to introduce students to project-based learning (PBL) through an immersive, real-world collaborative experience. Students will work in teams to complete a shared project, allowing them to actively engage in problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking. Throughout the process, students will experience different aspects of teamwork. They will collaborate not only with friends but also with classmates they may not know well, helping them build adaptability and interpersonal skills. The project also addresses common group challenges, such as uneven participation, by encouraging students to reflect on responsibility, accountability, and effective collaboration strategies. In addition, students will develop a clear understanding of project expectations by learning how to interpret instructions, set goals, divide tasks, and manage their time. Emphasis is placed on both the final product and the process, helping students recognize how organization, communication, and effort contribute to successful outcomes. Overall, this project provides a structured environment where students can practice essential academic and life skills, preparing them for future collaborative work in school and beyond. Project Idea: “Design a School Event” Project Overview Students work in teams to plan a realistic school event (such as a fundraiser, talent show, field day, or community service event). Their goal is to create a complete plan that could actually be carried out. What Students Do Each group will: Choose or be assigned an event type Develop a theme and purpose Create a budget (costs, pricing, fundraising goals) Plan logistics (location, schedule, materials) Design marketing materials (posters, announcements, social media-style posts) Present their final plan to the class How It Builds the Skills You Want 1. Working with Friends vs. New Peers Groups are intentionally mixed Students must learn to collaborate beyond their comfort zone 2. Handling Unequal Effort Assign roles (project manager, designer, budget manager, presenter, etc.) Include peer evaluations and reflection Build in checkpoints so effort is visible 3. Understanding Expectations Provide a clear rubric and checklist Have students “translate” the rubric into their own words at the start Include mini-lessons on how to break down directions 4. Accountability & Teamwork Require task lists and progress updates Encourage teams to problem-solve conflicts before asking for help

This project engages 3rd-grade students in a hands-on scientific investigation of how biking impacts the human body. Students take on the role of young scientists as they explore how physical activity affects the heart, lungs, and muscles through real-world experiences, data collection, and observation. Beginning with an active entry event, students will measure and track changes in their heart rate and breathing before and after movement, sparking curiosity about how their bodies respond to exercise. Throughout the project, students build foundational knowledge of body systems through informational texts, models, and collaborative discussions. They analyze patterns in their collected data, make evidence-based claims, and deepen their understanding of the relationship between physical activity and overall health.

Create a community garden to learn about plant life cycles and sustainable practices, integrating environmental science and social studies. Students will be responsible for planting, maintaining, and harvesting.

use science ideas of light and sound and simple machines to put on the play Pinocchio

Please create an authentic project that incorporates forces and motion