MARCO FORSTER MIDDLE

Robotics 6th wheel 7th and 8th

Robotics is a year-long course in which students will design, build and modify robots using the VEX IQ platform. Students will utilize STEM practices to become problem solvers and robotic innovators. Various design challenges include: building the fastest robotic race car, creating a mountain climbing robot, designing a robotic earthquake rescue and recovery system, engaging in “Clash of the Battle Bots” competition, and many more based on students’ interests. Through the incorporation of computer coding, students will have the opportunity to autonomously operate their robotic creations. Robotics is geared to the student who excels through participation in hands-on activities, collaborative problem solving, and technology enhanced engineering practices. 

Oceanography 7th and 8th

In this course, students will explore the wonders of the ocean. Marine ecosystems, conservation, and human impacts are central and recurring themes throughout the semester. Hands-on labs, interactive activities, and field work will guide the students’ discovery of the ocean’s mysteries and wonders. Marine wildlife such as: whales, dolphins, sharks, and sea lions, will captivate and inspire curiosity.  Students will explore the human impacts affecting our precious ocean resources and engineer solutions to address local problems. Oceanography will provide students with the opportunity to attend an authentic research field trip to Newport Beach, where they will become immersed in real-world scientific adventure and even go whale watching. If you are intrigued by the ocean, this is the course for you!