7th Grade Scientists Celebrate Endangered Species Day

Life Science 7th graders in Anne Deane's class have each "adopted" an endangered species this quarter. They introduced their species to the class, outlined the threats facing them, and described what is being done to protect them. This week they added a creative and competitive element to their study by taking on the 6th Annual Endangered Species Chalk Art Event, hosted by the Endangered Species Coalition. To honor Endangered Species Day (May 15th), their nationwide, all-ages chalk art competition "raises awareness of the importance of endangered wildlife. The competition runs May 1 to May 17th. Chalk art entries (photo submission) must feature at least one threatened or endangered plant or animal species. Students did a little preplanning in class, then headed outside to create their works. Check out some of their creations!