Dear Families, It felt so wonderful to connect after these spring conferences! As discussed, Cerrito Creek finished their Energy & Electricity unit with a partnered hands-on circuit building project, or as they’ve been calling them, gizmos. After 4 weeks of planning, building, going through the engineering design process, and presenting; they’ve taken great pride in […]
Scientists in Cerrito and Strawberry Creek develop scientific habits and their science-centered language through tons of hands-on investigations, use of models, writing, extensive readings, and occasionally through short films (Brainpop and Mystery Science are oft-used resources). Collaborative small group work is the norm, and teachers scaffold these by assigning roles, prompting discussions, and emphasizing goal-setting […]