AOE Weekly Update Podcast

Looking ahead to our first week of 4th quarter includes information about MAP testing, exploratories, as well as upcoming field experiences for the Cultivate Unit.

In this episode we detail final information about the science fair, including our Discover Unit Showcase.

This episode covers science experiment procedures as well as data collection and more preparation for science fair.

Also mentioned: re-scheduled 4th grade Springfield Symphony field trip.

In this episode, we hear about three more testable questions as we prepare to start our experiments. Also mentioned: Explore opportunities and registration window.

In this episode, we detail the specifics of our participation in the science fair, including additional dates and times students may be required to be present in order to participate or receive awards and prizes.

Explore registration, which opens on March 4th, is also mentioned.

In this episode, we discuss students' testable questions for the science fair and the variables and controls within each.

Also mentioned: opening date for Explore 2026 registration.

This week, we discuss an author visit by Taryn Souders, as well as upcoming writing units and the addition of new clubs to AOE.

In this episode, we discuss our Teambuilder field experience at Bass Pro Shops as well as our first set of inquiry lessons for our science fair preparation.

Also mentioned: getting assistance with AMI day materials.

Our first episode of the New Year!

This week, we discuss our back-to-school team builders as well as the Discover unit, including when your child needs to be available to attend the science fair.

Preparing for the first week back from Winter Break, we will be out of school from December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026.

When we return, the Discover Unit will begin, along with pod switches and preparations for the March science fair.