DreamCourse Offerings/2008 Curriculum
You may choose only ONE of the following to register your student(s) into the science program.
Cool Engineering Projects
Working in teams, students will learn about statistical concepts using M&M Candies, how to build a Mouse Trap Microsystem, and using geometry principles student will compete to build the best bird house! (Grades 6-12)
JA Economic Investigations
Designed to help students achieve a deeper understanding of current economic issues, including minimum wage, inflation, imports, gender wages, poverty, health care, and macroeconomic issues such as national economy, employment/underemployment, fiscal policy, and monetary policy. (Grades 6-12)
Health Education
This class will let students experience hands-on learning in the fields of fitness, nutrition, sleep, stress, and overall healthy lifestyle decision making. We will also cover topics such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, sedentary lifestyles, and other risk factors effecting families these days. Students will learn how to create a healthy lifestyle for themselves and also how to help those around them to live healthier. (Grades 6 - 12)
Making Scientific Writing Fun!
Take part in a "Cola Taste Test," then write up the results of a science project exploring the effects of advertising on consumer behavior. Be an inventor for a day, then learn how to describe your project so that others may replicate it. Find the words and tools to share your original ideas. Learn effective communication and writing strategies in order to bring your plans and dreams to life. (Grades 6-12)
Curriculum Update
Solar Cycles
This class had to be cancelled. If you registered for this class before 6/2/08 then you have been automatically moved to the Cool Engineering Projects class. Please contact the Program Coordinator if you have any questions.
