increase pride, self-esteem, responsibility and confidence in our students.

provide opportunities to develop a variety of scientific skills (i.e. inference, prediction, problem solving, observation) in our students.

promote hands-on experiences and multisensory instruction.

integrate the Core Curriculum Standards for science as well as the National Science Standards.

develop environmental stewardship within our students.

mainstream special education with regular education students.

create a link between the school and the community.

encourage learning in a non-threatening atmosphere.

involve students in cross-curricula instructions/lessons.