Summer Science Camp for Middle School Explorers

What Will Be Taught?
This course covers a wide range of topics aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for middle school, including:
The Scientific Method and chemical reactions
Forces, motion, and simple machines
Earth’s systems and weather patterns
Energy, sound, and light
Ecosystems, food webs, and environmental sustainability

What Topics Will You Cover?
Each week focuses on a new science theme:
Week 1: Chemistry & Scientific Thinking
Week 2: Forces, Motion & Engineering
Week 3: Earth Systems & Space Science
Week 4: Energy, Light & Sound
Week 5: Life Science & Sustainability

Every class introduces a new concept with a real science experiment learners can do at home.

How Is Your Class Structured?
Meets 3x per week for 5 weeks (15 total sessions)
Each class follows a consistent structure:

Direct Instruction: Engaging lessons to explain and introduce key scientific concepts.
Facilitated Learning: Discussions and guided activities to explore and analyze ideas.
Hands-On Activities: Problem-solving projects.
Breakout Sessions: Collaborative work in small groups for deeper exploration.


How Will You Teach?
I use a student-centered, inquiry-based teaching approach that encourages questions, creativity, and critical thinking. My lessons are designed to support different learning styles and are especially engaging for homeschoolers and neurodivergent learners. Students are guided through each experiment with clear instructions, visual supports, and collaborative opportunities.

What’s Your Teaching Style?
I bring high energy, positivity, and flexibility to each lesson. As a certified science teacher and homeschool parent, I create a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and trying new things. I encourage curiosity over perfection and always provide real-time feedback, encouragement, and extensions for deeper learning.