- Lower School
- STEM
4th Grade Visits The Franklin Institute
This week, the 4th grade class traveled to Philadelphia to visit one of the oldest centers of science education, The Franklin Institute. Students had a blast exploring many of the exhibits, especially Your Brain, Sports Zone, and Sir Isaac's Loft. They also visited the Planetarium to see "Worlds Beyond Earth." Independence field trips are designed to connect to the curriculum. The Franklin Institute did just that!
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