Eighth Grade
The eighth graders travel to Yosemite National Forest with Sierra STEM. Throughout the program, students focus their learning on the ecological and political history of the most valuable natural resource in California: water. Over the course of the five-day, backcountry adventure in Yosemite National Park’s Hetch Hetchy region, the MTS eighth grade class will explore water resources and climate change through hands-on experiential learning activities while also practicing wilderness skills, engaging in environmental stewardship, developing leadership skills through communal living, participating in teambuilding and communication challenges, and reflecting on their personal growth through daily journaling. In addition, students work in teams to complete daily tasks (e.g., backcountry cooking, camp chores) and will build community with fellow students during this intensive, meaningful outdoor learning experience.
