Description:  This dynamic Earth Science course explores the skies, and specifically the fascinating topics of weather, meteorology, and astronomy. Students will delve into atmospheric science—the study of weather phenomena such as tornadoes, hurricanes, derechos, blizzards, and more. The course will cover weather analysis, alert systems, and methods for making accurate forecasts. Additionally, students will gain insights into the principles and tools used in astronomy, including a comprehensive overview of our solar system, the sun, the planets, and comets. Key concepts such as solar convection currents, sunspots, solar flares, solar winds, and the resulting auroras will be examined. Students will also investigate how distant planets are studied, learning about their rotation, composition, atmospheres, moons, and rings.

Grades: 9^th – 12^th

Duration: Yearly

Materials Needed: pen, pencil

Text: (Living history books)

• Look at the Sky and Tell the Weather by Eric Sloane,
• The Planets by Dava Sobel
• The Secret World of Weather by Tristan Gooley

Additional One-Time Material Fee: $65

Monthly Class Fee: $60/mo

Homework:  (2-3 hours of independent reading/study)

Minimum/Maximum # of Students: 5 min/12 max

Teacher: Mrs. Ashley Rideout