Develop a robotics program to explore basic engineering and programming concepts. Students will design and build their own robots to solve simple tasks.

HUman body, interconnection between systems, disease, habits, health

Geometry of a Growing Nation (Civil Engineers) Perimeter Area Surface area Volume Circles The WaterWise Colony The water cycle lessons 13 colonies break up letter Diorama geography writing

I want students to use the selected standards with hands on lessons

Create a school newspaper, where students can learn about journalism, writing, editing, and layout design. They will publish articles on school events and topics of interest.

Using the book Chains students will create a panel brochure about a voice that is unheard. They will answer the following 4 prompts: Whose voice was silenced, what was their story, why was their story hard to find, why does this voice matter today

Photography/ Film: (Interview with previous generation?): Conducting an intergenerational interview for a middle school project is a great way to bridge the gap between youth and elders. Whether you are focusing on a family member or a community elder, successful projects rely on thoughtful preparation and storytelling. Core Interview Questions To get the most impactful stories, use open-ended questions that encourage detailed memories. . Childhood & Schooling: "What was a typical day like for you when you were my age?" or "What was your favorite subject or hobby in middle school?" Technology & Change: "How has technology changed the way you live since you were a child?" Life Lessons: "What is the most important lesson you’ve learned in your life so far?"Advice to Youth: "What advice would you give to someone my age starting middle or high school?"

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. Yarn Paintings : I have students create a landscape using techniques similar to what the Huichol of Mexico use. I teach students about Huichol Art and artists, then have them create a landscape with yarn that uses color, texture and direction to create variety in their artwork.