About Field Ecology

About the Field Ecology Theme

Science, math, geography, technology, art, adventure, and outdoor education are all part of this multidisciplinary theme for Eighth Grade. Students apply for scientific jobs (Botanist, Chemist, Zoologist, etc.) that are part of ecological research. They learn the science behind their job and learn to work in teams across disciplines to gather information from a variety of environments. During the theme, the class takes a nine-day trip to the North Carolina region, conducting site studies at Black Balsam Knob, Graveyard Fields, Fontana Lake, Goose Creek, Fort Macon, and a Salt Marsh.