Urbas - Science Summer Edition

Lakeview students, have a wonderful summer!

I am heading west!

Mr. U

Urbas - Science Week of June 6 - 12

Students this week were working with maps similar to the one shown. Next week they will participate in a compass practical and a mapping test of their skills! Should be a great way to end the school year.

Urbas - Science Week of May 30 - June 5

Students working with compasses have begun to understand directions and bearings. They will be working to create map courses in addition to running the courses others have produced. We hope they find their way.

Urbas - Science Week of May 23 - 29

Students have started investigating Cardinal Directions and Topography. They will be working with maps and compasses in the coming weeks to learn about contouring and surface features. Orienteering at Lakeview will be practiced.

Urbas - Science Week of May 16 - 22

Students have looked at stars recently and next week will be putting together a simple refracting telescope. They will also be looking at Solar Storms and by the end of the week will be finishing the Astronomy unit.

Next up, Topographics and mapping.

Urbas - Science Week of May 9 - 15

Students spent this week in the Starlab dome studying stars, constellations and mythology. Everyone enjoyed the camping feeling while being in the classroom. Now we are back to Earth and will be looking at distances in space and galaxies.

Urbas - Science Week of May 2 - 8

Students will explore the universe this week using the StarLab Dome in class. They will be looking at stars in addition to constellations and galaxies. Coordinates and myths will be examined also.

Urbas - Science Week of April 25 - May 1

Students are looking at the stars and the Universe in Science currently. On Friday they constructed a "Starfinder" which will help them locate stars and constellations in the night sky. They should be able to find the Big Dipper and the North Star on a clear night. Keep looking up!

Science Week of April 11 - 18

Where I spent my Spring Break, anyone can go to the beach!

We are wrapping up Water this week and beginning the study of Astronomy! This is one of the best units and many things will be happening in the next few weeks, especially the Lunar eclipse this week. Watch for it!..

There will also be a quiz on Water Thursday. Study Guides are available online or in my classroom.

Urbas - Science Week of March 28 - April 4

Look at the picture to the left, click your heels together three times and repeat - "There's no place like Spring"!

Have a great Spring Break!

Urbas - Science Week of March 21 - 27

Students are continuing to see the world in a new light this week. Next week Lakeview is hosting a STEM night and everyone is invited. It will be on Wednesday from 6:30 until 8:30.   Activities will include many hands on exhibits.

Come one, come all!

Urbas - Science Week of March 14 - 20

Student are finishing their study and investigations of Light & Color this week. They will be looking at color mixing in addition to color blindness and telescopes. It should be a fun three days.

Science Club is coming!!!!!!!!!!!

Urbas - Science Week of March 7 - 13

Students this week worked on a series of four experiments to try and solve a puzzle. Next week with ISAT testing completed, they return to the study of color and light. Try to analyze the picture to the left. Enjoy the time change this weekend!

There will also be a quiz on the Electromagnetic Spectrum and Light next Friday March 14. Study Guides are available in my classroom or in the File Cabinet or BLOG.

Urbas - Science Week of Feb 28 - March 7

Students this week will be taking the ISAT tests and will in Science be doing a series of experiments to solve a problem. The four experiments will be based on aerodynamics, ooze, sorting, and a vortex cannon. It should be fun.

Urbas - Science Week of Feb 21- 28

Students are investigating light and where it comes from. They have examined several different forms of artificial light and next week will be doing experiments with reflection.

There is also an Extra Credit option available Saturday 2/22 with the DuPage Area Engineering week. Information is available on my BLOG.

Urbas - Science Week of Feb 14 - 20

Students are beginning their investigations of light and color. They will be working with lenses, mirrors, and all types of optical materials in the upcoming weeks.

Urbas - Science 2/7 - 2/13

Students have been constructing a tower similar to the one pictured. On Monday they will be subjected to and earthquake that may reach as high as 9 on the Richter Scale. There will be a whole lot of shaking going on!

There will also be a test next Thursday, 2/13.
Study Guides are available and can be found in the classroom, the File Cabinet, or in the Study Guide section of this BLOG.

There is also an Extra Credit option available this weekend at Fermilab on Sunday. Information is available on my BLOG. Students need to bring                                                                                              proof of attendance.

Urbas - Science Week of Jan 31 - Feb 6

Students in Science this week will be constructing a structure they design to support a load and try to withstand a simulated earthquake. Students will be working in teams to try and solve the problem.

Let the best Tower win!

Urbas - Science Week of Jan. 24 - 30

Students have been examining the seismic waves that are produced from an earthquake. Next week they will be using the waves to predict and locate where an alleged earthquake has taken place. They will be trying to triangulate the location using Primary and Secondary waves of an earthquake. Hold on!

Urbas - Science Week of Jan 17 - 22

Students have begun their investigations of Plate Tectonics and Earthquakes. The picture to the left is showing an earthquake that occurred below the surface at the Focus. The actual spot the earthquake occurred is marked at the surface and is called the Epicenter. The Fault is a break in the rocks that is the main cause of earthquakes.

Urbas - Science Week of Jan. 10 - 16

Welcome back after a slightly longer winter break than expected! Students have begun their studies and investigations of the Earth and the layers that make it up. In the next few weeks, they will learn about Plate Tectonics, the layers and makeup, geology, and what has changed since the Earth formed. It promises to be a shaking experience!

There is also an Extra Credit STEM option available and information can be  obtained in the File Cabinet or to the                                                                               left under Extra Credit. It would be advisable to register                                                                                 ASAP.