Transdisciplinary Theme

How the world works: an inquiry into the natural world and its laws, the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.

Central Idea

Change affects us.

Key Concepts: Related Concepts

• causation: patterns/sequences
• change: characteristics, cause and effect
• connection: comparison

Lines of Inquiry

• Motion creates change  
• Ways to measure change
• Change can follow a pattern or sequence
• Learning can change our ideas

Attributes of the Learner Profile

• Caring
• Principled
• Risk-Taker

Approaches to Learning

• Self management: Organization: Learning and follow through on routines
• Communication: Speaking - discuss and negotiate ideas and knowledge with peers and teachers.

FCPS Portrait of a Graduate Traits

• Goal-Directed and Resilient Individual
• Collaborator