Nervous Energy

Grades: 6-12
Duration: Half / Full Day
VA Standards of Learning: BIO.3, LS.2, PS.9, 5.4, BIO.1 / LS.1 / PS.1, 6.AP.1-3 or 7.AP.1-3, 3.DA.3 / 4.DA.3 / 7.DA.1 / 8.DA.1, 6.DA.1-3 or 7.DA.1, 3.CSY.1 / 7.CSY.1, 6.CSY.2 / 7.CSY.2

Get ready to spark your students' curiosity with the fascinating world of neuroscience! Students step into the lab to build neuron models, decode biological signals, and program Raspberry Pi Pico microcontrollers using MircoPython to simulate human nerve impulses in action using light and sound sensors. Students get a fun entry into circuit building and may use the engineering design process for prototype modeling. Everyone will explore cutting-edge careers in neuroscience and bioengineering. It’s an engaging, hands-on experience that sparks critical thinking and an engaging, project-based adventure for every grade level.