Grab your hat and wand and join in on the fun! In Mathmagic, students will develop their reasoning skills and conceptual understanding, as well as strengthen their abilities in basic operations and procedural skills. The class will explore the topics of Data Analysis, Algebra, and Geometry, through games, magic tricks, team tasks, and art projects. Also, the class will read enticing storybooks from around the world as catalysts for intriguing mathematical investigations covering topics such as, binary numbers, the Fibonacci sequence, googols, and more!

Earthquakes, volcanoes, massive shifting plates, rocks and minerals, and the powerful forces of erosion—we will investigate these topics and more in this geology class. As budding geologists, we will examine the structure of our planet and the processes that shape it as well as learn how to classify rocks. Working individually, in pairs and in small groups, we will simulate earthquakes, volcanoes, fossil creation and erosional forces. In additionto many hands-on science explorations, we will learn about these incredible earth processes through stories, games and art projects. We will also work on developing key scientific skills, such as questioning, observation, data recording, communicating and comparing. By the end of class, we will be able to use our new knowledge to view the geological world around us in an entirely new way!

Enter the exciting and interesting world of Greek myths. In this course, we will study a variety of myths about the heroes, tricksters, monsters, gods, and goddesses of Ancient Greece. We will engage in a range of hands-on and integrated activities in the curricular areas of art, history, science, and language arts. We will respond to stories through class discussions, small group projects, and role playing. In a busy workshop atmosphere, we will explore, question, and extrapolate the meanings these ancient myths have for us in modern times. Parents will be encouraged to assist in responding to myths in a homework journal. Finally, in the spirit of Ancient Greece, students will come to Open House dressed as their favorite mythical figures, entertain guests with role plays of some of the myths we have studied, and feast on the delights of the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus.