The Laker Life Lab

Welcome to the Laker Life Lab at Emerald Hills Elementary!

In the Life Lab, we use science, social studies, art, exploration, and more to develop a sense of place and stewardship in our Lakers. As long as we are in a Distance Learning model, students in grades K-4 will participate in Life Lab Zoom meetings and weekly activities. Most of our work and communication will take place in your child's Life Lab Google Classroom, and I will use this website for additional resources and activities as our year progresses.

Check in with your child's Life Lab class on Google Classroom to stay current on weekly themes and activities!

Life Lab Sessions and Meeting Times (Fall 2020)

Students will have one 30-minute Zoom meeting with me each week, and I will provide an activity page for them to use during their 'independent work' time. Completed activities can be submitted in their Life Lab Classroom "Classwork" tab.

Session 1 (Sept 15-24)

Kindergarten: Tue/Thur 11:00-11:30a

1st: Tue/Thur 10:15-10:45a

2nd: Wed/Fri 9:30-10:00a

3rd: Wed/Fri 10:15-10:45a

4th: Tue/Thur 9:30-10:00a

IN-PERSON LEARNING ONLY

Please make sure that your student has appropriate clothing for their Life Lab day! Kids should be prepared to go outside each class, as much of our time will be spent in Basecamp or on nature walks.

**We will not go out in dangerous or extreme weather.**

  • boots or tennis shoes

  • raincoat

  • warm jacket

  • pants

  • mittens, hats, scarves, etc.

Remember...

"There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!"

Want to get involved?

Volunteer

Currently we do not have Volunteer opportunities available. When schools fully reopen, we will be eager to invite you in to help!

Nature study is ALL about community! We'd love to have some extra hands as we explore. Fill out the form below to add your name to our list of volunteers!

Also, be sure to complete the SBLSD Volunteer Application here.

Donate

We have a very small operating budget and very big dreams! We would love to rehome old gardening supplies, household items, and outdoor equipment. Some items can be donated used, while others may need to be new. Contact Mrs. Young for a list of needs if you are interested in giving something to our program!

Advocate

If topics like environmental stewardship, agriculture and permaculture, environmental science, and good citizenship are important to your family, make sure that you let the community know about the work we are doing in the Life Lab! Knowledge is power, and these kids will save the world!