Students in 6th Grade participated in a science and engineering challenge that examined how air moves through the application of the Bernoulli Principle.
As part of their science curriculum, students explored the work of Dr. Daniel Bernoulli and investigated how changes in air movement affect pressure. To apply these concepts, each student inflated and sealed a wind bag, capturing air to use as a building component. The activity extended learning beyond theoretical discussion, allowing students to engage directly with scientific principles through hands-on application.
For the challenge, the grade was divided into homeroom teams. Working within a set time frame, students used rubber bands to bind wind bags and construct the tallest freestanding structure. Teams discussed how to arrange and connect the bags, taking into account both height and stability. Reflecting on the process, Noah D. ’32 shared, “We had to evaluate each wind bag to see which held the largest volume of air. Once we determined that, it helped us create a strong foundation.” While several teams achieved notable heights, Mrs. Anderson’s homeroom constructed the tallest freestanding structure.
Through dynamic science instruction rooted in hands-on exploration, Lower School students build a strong academic foundation, preparing them to engage with increasingly complex concepts as they continue their journey through Middle School and beyond.
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