7th Grade

How can we, as community advocates, use ratios and proportions to develop nutritious, budget-friendly meal plans for families experiencing food insecurity?

Student Task: Students collaborate to create meal plans that are nutritious, affordable, and culturally appropriate for families in their community. They will use ratios and proportions to adjust recipes, ensure nutritional balance, and calculate costs. The final product could be a published booklet or a community workshop to share their findings and recommendations.

• Science: Understand human nutrition, the role of different nutrients, and the science behind balanced diets.
• Math: Apply ratios and proportions to calculate serving sizes, nutritional content, and cost per meal. Analyze data to ensure meals meet dietary guidelines within budget constraints.
• ELA: Research and write informative articles or brochures on healthy eating habits. Develop persuasive presentations to promote the meal plans to the community.
• Social Studies: Explore socioeconomic factors affecting food accessibility. Study local food deserts and community resources.

Community Showcase: November 13, 2025

How can we, as conservationists, design and implement a plan to protect local birds of prey and their habitats?

Student Task: Students develop a comprehensive conservation plan for local birds of prey. This may include habitat restoration proposals, educational campaigns to raise community awareness, and data collection on local raptor populations.

• Science: Study the biology and ecology of birds of prey, understanding their role in the ecosystem and the challenges they face, such as habitat loss and pollution.
• Math: Analyze data related to bird populations, migration patterns, and environmental factors affecting their survival. Create graphs and models to represent findings.
• ELA: Research and write persuasive essays or informational reports on the importance of raptor conservation. Develop presentations or campaigns to raise awareness.
• Social Studies: Explore the impact of human activities on bird habitats, study conservation laws and policies, and examine the role of community action in environmental protection.

Community Showcase: March 26, 2026