Environmental Sciences

In November 2021, students went to Crystal Springs Park.  They learned about invasive flora and native fauna...

Ella found some Himalayan blackberries and cleared the patch using a tool

 

Braulio cleared out English Ivy.  It prevents the native plants from growing.  Clearing it makes the soil more accessible to local flora.

 

Robbie found some birds.  Students in Environmental Science have access to high-end Zeiss binoculars.

In December 2021, students took a field trip to Island Wood on Bainbridge Island.  Island Wood is a non-profit geared towards education in Environmental Sciences through direct experiences.

Stephanie drew this fern from touch.  One of the experiences of Island Wood is learning to use all your senses.  Students were given items hidden under cloth and had to draw a picture based on what they felt without seeing the item, such as Stephanie's fern.

Sophie touched a Shelf Mushroom to feel the texture of it.  This portion of the facility on raised platforms exposes students to the marsh environment.

 

Tiffany, Ella, and Samara pause to write notes about their experiences and what they're seeing, smelling, and hearing in the garden area of the facility.

Alejandra and José are hearing a presenter in the forest section of the facility.

Stephanie and Sophie examine witch's butter, a common fungus used in medicines that treat tumors.

 

On December 9th, 2021, students took a field trip to Codiga Park and learned about testing water quality.  Various aspects of the water have an effect on salmon's ability to breathe, move, and reproduce. 

Perla conducted tests of the water temperatures.

 

Connor tested the hardness of the water.

 

Alejandra tested the pH of the water to determine its acidity while classmates looked on.

 

Students found the remains of a bird with the spine attached.  (Hands were sanitised afterwards.)

 

Students played a trail game to see who could find the largest maple leaf.  Juna won.  Just look at the size of it!