Stem Studies Overview at Clairbourn School

Clairbourn’s science curriculum aligns with the NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), and provides students with a strong foundation in scientific concepts and skills. Scientific knowledge and understanding of scientific principles, mathematics, engineering, and technology, as well as the ability to communicate and demonstrate these skills and knowledge sets are integral parts of the school’s STEM program. (Read about Clairbourn School’s latest Engineering Design Challenge held in January of 2019).

Hover Craft Challenge

Middle school students were challenged to create a craft with the right weight and air-catching qualities to hover for 10 seconds.

2019 Engineering Design Challenge Winners

Students in Grades 1-8 participated in a bridge building challenge with weights for testing.

Science & Math

The ultimate goal of Clairbourn’s science program is to actively engage our students in scientific inquiry and empower them to participate confidently and successfully in an increasingly scientific and technological world. Two dedicated science labs and a variety of natural outdoor spaces on the campus provide an environment that nurtures students’ interest in scientific observation and experimentation.

In addition to daily instruction in mathematics, there are many opportunities for students to use math in other subject areas. This helps our students understand the relevance and real-life applications of math outside the classroom.

Our program is designed to enable all students to master comprehensive mathematical content, appreciate the inherent beauty of mathematics, and become confident mathematical thinkers.

Empowering Middle School Math Students with Roet

Math Teacher Rebecca Messler is engaging students with the “Rich Open-Ended Tasks” concept gleaned from the California Mathematics Council South Conference which she attended in mid-November of 2019. Read about the benefits in this article.

Clairbourn School, 8400 Huntington Drive, San Gabriel, (626) 286-3108 or visit www.clairbourn.org.