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April 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
20 Day 1
Project Activities
Project Introduction and Essential Questions
Introduction to Rollercoaster Physics
Introduction to Rollercoaster Physics
Concept Exploration: Forces and Energy
Essential Question Brainstorming
Exploring Forces and Energy
Team Formation and Brainstorming
21 Day 2
Design Challenge Kickoff
Forces and Energy Workshop
Rollercoaster Design Challenge Kick-off
Guided Inquiry: Energy Transformation
Community Partner Introduction
Reflection and Feedback Session
22 Day 3
Rollercoaster Design Challenge Kickoff
Introduction to Community Partners
Exploring Momentum and Collisions
Model Refinement and Testing
Hands-on Forces Experiment
Initial Reflection and Feedback
Closing Reflection
27 Day 4
Exploring Forces and Motion
Exploring Forces in Rollercoaster Design
Understanding Forces and Motion
Discussion on Forces in Rollercoasters
Introduction to Energy Types
Brainstorming Rollercoaster Safety Features
28 Day 5
Energy Forms and Transfer Exploration
Energy Transfer Exploration
Momentum and Collisions Demonstration
Group Reflection and Discussion
Reflect and Record
Designing Energy Efficient Rollercoasters
29 Day 6
Momentum and Collisions Workshop
Peer Feedback Session on Rollercoaster Designs
Energy Types and Transformation Exploration
Reflection and Design Refinement
Design Sketch Refinement
Energy Transfer in Rollercoasters

May 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
4 Day 7
Analyzing Forces and Motion
Forces and Tension Exploration
Momentum Exploration through Experiments
Application to Rollercoaster Design
Design Challenge: Incorporating Tension
Collaborative Force Diagram Creation
5 Day 8
Energy Conservation Simulation
Momentum and Collisions Exploration
Introduction to Friction
Model Adjustments and Testing
Friction Application in Design
Design Challenge: Minimizing Collision Impact
6 Day 9
Peer Review and Feedback Session
Energy Conversion Workshop
Momentum and Energy Transfer Simulation
Reflection and Goal Setting
Design Iteration and Feedback
Peer Review and Reflection
11 Day 10
Rollercoaster Design Sketch Finalization
Introduction to Rollercoaster Dynamics
Exploring Tension and Friction
Material Selection and Testing
Hands-On Experiment: Tension in Action
Hands-on Velocity and Acceleration Activity
Reflection and Discussion
12 Day 11
Constructing Mini Rollercoaster Models
Introduction to Momentum Conservation
Understanding Friction in Rollercoasters
Guided Activity: Momentum in Rollercoasters
Design Challenge: Optimizing Friction
Peer Review and Feedback
13 Day 12
Model Testing and Iteration
Peer Feedback on Friction Optimization
Energy Transfer Simulation
Reflection and Design Iteration
Reflection and Design Journal Update
Problem-Solving Workshop: Optimizing Energy
Closing Reflection and Goal Setting
18 Day 13
Exploring Energy Conservation
Rollercoaster Forces Exploration
Exploring Rollercoaster Dynamics
Reflection and Group Discussion
Rollercoaster Energy Analysis
Energy Types and Transfer Discussion
19 Day 14
Introduction to 3D Modeling
Momentum in Rollercoasters Experiment
Design Adjustments Workshop
Peer Feedback Session
Design Refinement Workshop
Designing Rollercoaster Elements
20 Day 15
Peer Feedback and Iteration Session
Understanding Energy Conservation
Peer Review of 3D Models
Energy Application in Design
Reflection and Goal Setting
Reflection and Iteration
25 Day 16
Momentum and Energy in Rollercoasters
Introduction to 3D Modeling Software
Rollercoaster Simulation Exploration
Hands-On Activity: Energy and Momentum Calculations
Hands-On 3D Design Practice
Digital Simulation Reflection and Feedback
Reflection and Goal Setting
26 Day 17
Advanced 3D Design Techniques
Design Refinement Based on Simulations
Design Refinement: Applying Energy Transformations
3D Modeling Revisions
Peer Review and Feedback
Collaborative Design Session
Documenting Changes
27 Day 18
Simulation Exploration: Virtual Rollercoaster Design
Community Partner Q&A Session
Design Review and Feedback
Reflection on Learning and Design Iteration
Problem-Solving Session: Simulation Insights
Iteration and Improvement
Closing Reflection and Next Steps

June 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
1 Day 19
Community Partner Introduction
Rollercoaster Forces Recap
Introduction to Energy Conservation in Rollercoasters
Hands-On Energy Conservation Experiment
Energy and Forces in Real Rollercoasters
Community Partner Collaboration Preparation
Group Reflection and Discussion
2 Day 20
Community Partner Collaboration Session
Exploring Advanced Concepts of Forces and Momentum
Simulation Refinement Session
Design Reflection and Peer Feedback
Reflection and Feedback Integration
Peer Collaboration: Feedback and Iteration
Set Goals for Model Improvement
3 Day 21
Community Partner Q&A Session
Design Iteration Focus
Hands-On Model Refinement
Design Iteration Based on Expert Insights
Peer Review and Reflection
Testing and Data Collection
Reflection and Insights Sharing
8 Day 22
Review of Energy Concepts
Advanced Momentum and Collision Exploration
Virtual Rollercoaster Design
Feedback and Iteration Session
Design Refinement Workshop
Incorporating Real-World Observations
9 Day 23
Energy Efficiency Analysis
Optimization Workshop: Real vs. Virtual Models
Momentum and Collision Analysis
Safety Feature Design Session
Hands-On Refinement
Peer Review and Strategy Session
10 Day 24
Reflection and Goal Setting
Design Implementation Workshop
Community Partner Feedback Preparation
Reflection and Iteration
Reflection and Documentation
Preparation for Rollercoaster Showcase Day
15 Day 25
Advanced 3D Modeling Techniques
Real-World Rollercoaster Analysis
Introduction to 3D Printing
Design Finalization
Applying Observations to Design
Peer Critique and Feedback Session
Preparation for 3D Printing
16 Day 26
Prototype Testing and Evaluation
3D Model Review Session
Expert Feedback Integration
Design Adjustment Workshop
Reflect and Document
Data Analysis and Iteration
Submit for 3D Printing
17 Day 27
Exploring Real-World Applications
Community Partner Feedback Integration
Reflection and Documentation
Reflection and Planning
Discussion on Real-World Insights
Preparation for Next Phase
Reflection and Goal Setting for Next Steps
22 Day 28
3D Printed Model Review
Design Enhancement Workshop
3D Printing Preparation
Prototype Testing and Evaluation
Collaborative Final Checks
Design Improvement Workshop
Reflection and Documentation
23 Day 29
Introduction to 3D Printing Process
Advanced Energy Simulation
Hands-On Model Modification
Hands-On 3D Printing Setup
Simulation Feedback Session
Testing and Data Collection
Group Discussion and Feedback
24 Day 30
Preparation for Rollercoaster Showcase
3D Printing Monitoring and Reflection
Community Partner Presentation Preparation
Post-Printing Evaluation
Rehearsal and Peer Review
Reflective Journaling
Reflection and Goal Setting

July 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
29 Day 31
Advanced Forces and Energy Workshop
Final Model Adjustments
Rollercoaster Model Evaluation and Improvement
Design Iteration and Feedback Session
Data Collection and Analysis
Design Adjustment and Iteration
30 Day 32
Hands-On Testing of Modified Models
Presentation Development
Digital Simulation Calibration
Peer Feedback and Revision
Peer Review and Reflection
Reflection and Documentation
1 Day 33
Safety Features Enhancement Workshop
Preparation for Rollercoaster Showcase Day
Rehearsal and Refinement
Community Partner Feedback Integration
Peer Feedback and Final Adjustments
Reflection and Goal Setting
6 Day 34
Final Design Refinement
Rollercoaster Showcase Prep
Rollercoaster Showcase Preparation
3D Printing Preparation
Peer Feedback Session
Peer Feedback Session
Reflection and Revision
7 Day 35
Reflection on Learning Journey
Final Presentation Rehearsal
3D Printing Demonstration
Exhibition Setup Planning
Final Adjustments and Documentation
Reflection Session
Group Reflection and Goal Setting
8 Day 36
Rollercoaster Showcase Day
Rollercoaster Showcase Preparation
Rollercoaster Design Expo Preparation
Feedback and Reflection
Peer Review and Feedback Integration
Expo Rehearsal and Setup
Feedback and Final Adjustments
13 Day 37
Final Presentation Preparation
Rollercoaster Design Expo Rehearsal
Rollercoaster Design Expo Preparation
Presentation Rehearsal
Peer Review and Feedback
Expo Display Finalization
Reflection and Adjustments
14 Day 38
Guided Peer Presentation Practice
Final Design Review
Rollercoaster Showcase Day Setup
Community Partner Engagement
Refinement Based on Peer Feedback
Showcase Rehearsal
Guided Reflection
15 Day 39
Rollercoaster Design Expo
Community Partner Q&A Preparation
Reflection and Documentation
Expo Setup and Logistics
Reflection and Goal Setting
Feedback and Recognition
Closing Reflection and Celebration