Research Question: How can we use alternative, sustainable growing solutions to address hunger and malnutrition? Our STEM work has evolved into a beautiful humanitarian project. Each year we immerse our students in simulations, documentaries, novels, articles, authentic problem solving, and … Continue reading Fifth Grade Humanitarians

Brookwood Kindergartners are learning to protect nature through close observation of the world around them. Our research allows students to observe and identify problems in nature. They are able to brainstorm and research their own ideas in order to solve these problems. Continue reading Kindergarten Nature Protectors

Brookwood first graders are learning to become citizen scientists through the close observation of the migration and life cycle of monarch butterflies. Our research is focused on the population of monarch butterflies and what is needed to support this diminishing population. Continue reading First Grade Pollinator Protectors

Research Question: How does the moon affect life on Earth? Students in second grade research how weather and space affect life on Earth. With the help of their community partners, this past year students planted beans, mushrooms, and tulips at … Continue reading Second Grade Space and Earth Explorers

Research Question: How can we help our environment? Our third graders, Nature’s Helping Hands, were concerned about the amount of trash going to the landfill. This sparked questions and wonderings about what they could do to help. Students lead an … Continue reading Third Grade “Nature’s Helping Hands”

Fourth grade studies the wetland ecosystem at Lakeshore Park. We work with several partners, including DSC, Dalton Utilities, and DPRD to educate our students about the wetland and why it needs to be cared for and protected. Continue reading Fourth Grade Wetland Investigators