Click onto the Waltham Public School Site for a variety of information.
Here are some science and Science Education links:
Benchmarks On-Line
National Science Education Standards On-line
Science activities
Preparing students for the world in which they live (and eventually will work) is extremely important. Students need to learn how to become effective problem-solvers in real-world situations. Therefore, in this classroom, as we learn science we will identify how it applies to our lives. In addition to reading and discussing science content, we will design and carry out meaningful activities and draw conclusions based on our experience.
Science at home
You can encourage your child by asking questions about the science we are doing in school and by participating in many of the take-home activities. You might help your child to understand the importance of science in everyday life by showing how science is found in almost everything we do, from cooking with a recipe to measuring with metric tools.
Your child’s success in science is important to me as is our communication about your child’s progress in science. Feel free to call or e-mail me whenever you have question or concerns. The school number is 781-314-5590 and my e-mail address is murraydo@k12.waltham.ma.us . I look forward to working with you to help your child learn the skills necessary to be successful in science.