The Danville District 118 School Board recently approved a budget of $76,100 for a new science program designed for students in fifth through eighth grades. The pilot program, titled “Amplify Science,” will be implemented at multiple schools including North Ridge Middle School, South View Upper Elementary School, Kenneth D. Bailey Academy, and Northeast Magnet School. During a meeting on Wednesday, July 3rd, District 118 Director of Curriculum MaryEllen Bunton shared more information about the new science program. She emphasized the importance of allowing students to actively participate in problem-solving activities rather than providing them with all the answers.
The materials used in the program are designed to spark curiosity and provide students with a solid academic foundation. The pilot program will be introduced in the upcoming fall semester and aims to engage students by presenting them with challenges and encouraging them to explore potential solutions. The school board believes that this new science program will help students develop critical thinking skills and prepare them for future careers in STEM fields.
