A Fair-nomenal Success!
The 1st Annual Lazear Elementary Autumnal Science Fair was an outstanding success. All classrooms and staff at all grade levels participated enthusiastically in scientific inquiry with exemplary presentations.
The Science Fair took place over a 2-day span in which each classroom created a grade-level presentation of their hands-on investigation. The investigations represented science activities already being explored in the classroom. The presentations were given multiple times during the Fair. It was organized such that other classrooms visited each room to hear and, in some cases, participate in the exhibitions. The activities spanned scientific inquiry areas from worms to plant growth, from water pressure to basic measurement of water, from solids, liquids, and gases to patterns in nature. Most of the activities spurred from the FOSS kits.
During and after the Fair, students of all ages were excited to continue exploring and studying science both at home and school. Younger students wanted to learn about upper grade activities, and vice versa.
Our goal was to engage and inspire all students and staff in scientific exploration early on in the year. Our hope is to prepare and inspire our community for the (District) Spring Science Fair and continue scientific exploration. At this point, the children are excited which engages their families. Their zeal will advance their methodical and scientific exploration into the future with ease.
Lazear Elementary School, Oakland Unified School District
Jamie Zwick and Catherine Strohecker
1st grade and 4th grade teacher
Lazear Elementary Oakland Unified School District
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