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Learning about Nature and Sustainability through defining issues, field experiences, synthesis, developing conclusions, and taking action.
"The Earth is What we all have in common." ~ Wendell Berry
Parent Teacher Conferences will be Thursday, November 13th and Friday the 14th. Please click the link above to sign up to discuss your student's progress :)
Welcome Scientists!
My name is Ms. Hill. It is my goal to foster all students in Environmental Education through an inquiry, project and action based approach in learning. Our curriculum and units are extended from the Pennsylvania Standards of Science and Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Standards. Through utilizing the amazing resources we have available at Bear Creek, your student will build their confidence in understanding our environment, and develop a role in solving real-world environmental problems.
With changing weather, I would like to share some reminders:
1. Check when your student has EE, and prepare them for that day appropriately.
2. We go outside. – There are ticks and other bugs. Spray your clothes as needed, with a natural repellant.
3. We will get dirty and/or wet. – Have an extra set of clothes and hiking sneakers to change into. Students can keep this in their locker until needed, rather than remembering to bring a set each week.
4. We will be actively learning. – Class is going to consist of hands-on fun. Have your student prepared to DO things physically in class.
Contact Info:
Ms. Lauren Hill: lauren.hill@bearcreekschool.com
Daily EE Rubric and Expectations:
Daily EE Rubric and Expectations:
**B.E.A.R. Acronym**
Be ready to learn- Students are expected to wear proper gear to allow them full participation in activities. These activities range from in class labs, to gathering data and artifacts on trails and in the woods. **We won't go outside everyday, but it will be good to prepare each EE day by wearing layered clothing, hiking shoes and high socks.
Engage- Students are expected to participate through exploration by asking questions, seeking answers, discussing possible problems and solutions, and reflecting on observations.
Act responsible- Students are expected to prioritize safety, use integrity, and handle science tools appropriately.
Respect others and the environment- Students are expected to show respect to teachers, peers, and all other living organisms.
During projects, students will be scored with a separate rubric.
Day 1
1 A
5A
3A
KA
7A
Day 2
1B
5B
3B
KB
7B
Day 3
1C
5C
3C
KC
Day 4
2A
6A
4A
8A
Day 5
2B
6B
4B
8B
Day 6
2C
6C
4C
Kindgergarten
Kindgergarten
Unit 1~ Introduction into Our Environment
Unit 2~ Agriculture - Farming, Harvesting, Pumpkins & Trees
Unit 3~ The Water Cycle and Water for Living Things
1st Grade
1st Grade
Unit 1~ The Environment and Natural Resources
Unit 2~ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Unit 3~ Number Sense and Biodiversity
Unit 4~ Habitats
2nd Grade
2nd Grade
Unit 1~ Trees
Unit 2~ Plants
Unit 3~ Ladybugs
Unit 4~ Butterflies
3rd Grade
3rd Grade
Unit 1~ Trees
Unit 2~ Soil and Plants
Unit 3~ Monarchs
4th Grade
4th Grade
Unit 1~ Birds
Unit 2~ Renewable Energy
Unit 3~ Insects- Entomology and Food Chains
5th Grade
5th Grade
Unit 1~ Animals
Unit 2~Green Transportation and Carbon Footprint
Unit 3~ Herps and The Watershed
6th Grade
6th Grade
Trout in the Classroom
Unit 1~ Water Quality
Unit 2~ Watersheds, Estuaries, and Wetlands
Unit 3~ Lifecycles
Unit 4~ Macroinvertebrates
Unit 5~ Action Plan and Restoration of Riparian Zones
7th Grade
7th Grade
Unit 1~ Watershed and Wetland Ecology
Unit 2~ Coal Mining and Acid Mine Drainage
Unit 3~ Agricultural and Environmental Systems
8th Grade
8th Grade
Oysters in the Classroom
Unit 1~ The World's Oceans and Ecosystems
Unit 2~ Human Impact on the Ocean
Unit 3~ Sustainable Practices
Resources
Resources
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