NASA moon impact

Science was one of the top headlines in the news this morning.

Check out NASA's mission site see pictures from the impact crater and to learn more about the purpose.

Don't worry...the moon is safe!

Seismograph variables

We completed Inquiry 12.1 today in class. A sesimograph gives us three things: direction, amplitude, and force. But, we need more than one type to get accurate seismic data.

Have a great weekend!

Recording waves

Our investigation today led us to start thinking about how a sesimograph works. We will be investigating 3 variables: direction, distance and force. Today, we looked at the direction. Our focus tomorrow will be on the the last two.

There is no homework tonight since we did not complete the Inquiry.

Don't forget to keep working on your MOS logs!

Presentations

We all survived speaking in front of the class. It was great hearing your design process and what you would change for next time.

Tonight for homework read pages 152-153 about rescue canines and complete the questions given to you in class.

Friendly reminders ~ Trip money is due by Tuesday and Focus notebooks are due by Friday!

 Go Phillies!!!

Check it out!

Our structures by class:

Testing day!

We have some pretty good engineers in our classes. It seems that all structures survived the shaking. Many structures had minimial damage, if any at all!

Be prepared to discuss your design tomorrow in class.

Stay posted for pictures!

I will be collecting your FOCUS notebooks on Friday!

Last day for building

Today we finished building, testing and modifying our structures. I must say, there are some very unique designs.

Tomorrow will be the real test...Can your structure withstand an earthquake for 20 seconds?

No homework tonight!

October Happenings

Well, we have made it through the first month of the school year. October is a busy month. Here are some important dates.

• 10/7 ~ Progress reports mailed home
• 10/13 ~ Trip money due for Palmyra Cove
• 10/16 ~ Professional Development day (Delayed Opening)
• 10/20 ~ Trip to the Palmyra Cove
• 10/27 & 10/28 ~ 1/2 day for Parent Conferences
• 10/29 ~ Evening Parent Conferences