Students will engage in a hands-on investigation to understand the impact of rainfall on various soil types, integrating math and science concepts to address real-world challenges. By collecting and analyzing soil samples, they will develop predictive models using linear regression to assess future rainfall effects. Collaborating with community partners such as road engineers and climate advocates, students will create a proposal for sustainable roadway construction or remediation, addressing climate change impacts like sea-level rise and flooding. This project fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling students to contribute meaningfully to their community's infrastructure planning.

Students will develop skills in scientific inquiry and data analysis by collecting and analyzing soil samples to measure porosity and predict the impact of rainfall using linear regression. They will enhance their understanding of the interconnectedness of environmental science and mathematics, applying these concepts to real-world challenges. Through collaboration with community partners, students will create a proposal for roadway construction that addresses climate change impacts, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. This project will also cultivate communication skills as students present their findings and recommendations to local stakeholders.

Students will create a comprehensive proposal that outlines innovative roadway construction or remediation strategies to address climate change impacts. This proposal will incorporate data analysis from their soil porosity experiments and linear regression predictions. They will present their findings and recommendations to community partners, including road construction engineers and city planners, demonstrating their understanding of the interplay between environmental science and urban planning.

Kick off the project with a field trip to a local road construction site where students can observe real-world engineering challenges related to climate change. Invite a road construction engineer to explain how soil types and rainfall impact road durability. Back in the classroom, facilitate a hands-on activity where students simulate rainfall on different soil samples, sparking curiosity about how they can contribute to sustainable road design.

Students will present their proposals for roadway construction or remediation at a community exhibition attended by road construction engineers, city commissioners, and representatives from the metropolitan planning organization. Each group will showcase their findings and predictions using visual aids and models, demonstrating the impact of soil porosity and rainfall on road stability. Climate change advocates will also be invited to provide feedback on the sustainability aspects of the proposals. The event will serve as a platform for students to engage in meaningful dialogue with professionals and community members, fostering a deeper understanding of real-world applications of their research.