Math+and+Science+Challenges

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Math Challenge

What are the funnest and best math websites for each of the strands in the curriculum? How can students and teachers assess students' competencies for specific math learning outcomes by using these websites?

You will:

Choose to work in a group or on your own. Read and discuss the middle school math curriculum in Gifted class. Choose a strand of the curriculum to focus your work. Compete aganist other gifted peers at Maillard Middle to see who has the best work. Find a way to share your best ideas with the teachers at school. Help Mrs.Roberts think up a decent prize for the winner.

Science Challenge

What science projects and experiments provide higher learning and extended learning for middle school students in each of the curricular areas?

You will:

Choose to work in a group or alone. Read and discuss the middle school science curriculum in Gifted class. Choose a strand of the curriculum to focus your work. Compete against other gifted peers at Maillard Middle to see who has the best work. Demonstrate or complete the projects /experiments that you think are the the most valuable. Teach/lead the other gifted students in conducting your favourite experiment and assess their learning. Find a way to share your best ideas with the teachers at school.