Mrs. Clark

email: clamelan@cassiaschools.org 208.878.3710 ext. 1310

Class overview:

Life Science- Students will be introduced to the diversity of life found on Earth. We will cover scientific principles, and procedures. Students will develop a better understanding of cells and heredity, the classification system and ecology.

Forensic Science - Students will be introduced to Forensic Science and different career choices under the scope of Forensic Science. Students will learn about investigation procedures, securing a crime scene, collecting evidence and crime scene analysis. We will dabble with finger printing, collecting trace evidence, and create our own crime scene scenarios. Students will also have the opportunity to look at some real world related crime scenes and have an understanding of why a certain verdict was reached.

email: clamelan@cassiaschools.org 208.878.3710 ext. 1310

Welcome to Burley Junior High. My name is Melanie Clark, I was raised in Declo and still reside there with my husband. I have been an educator in Cassia County for 12 years. I spent 11 years at White Pine Elementary where I taught nine years on the 5th grade level, and two years at the 6th grade level. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science from Idaho State University with a K-8 endorsement. Before becoming an educator, I worked as a bookkeeper for many years and continue to manage our business records on top of teaching. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and watching students grow and develop new skills. I love it when students have those "aha" moments. I believe students need to have hands- on experiences to be able to make those connections to the world outside of the classroom. On a more personal note, my hobbies outside of the classroom include spending time with my family and being a grandma to my littles. I also enjoy golfing, camping, sewing, making cards, exploring the outdoors and cooking.

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