Discovery Lab

The math/science focus of the Discovery Lab gives all GUES students opportunities for hands-on experiments and explorations. The activities and experiments conducted in the Lab correlate with the math/science curriculum frameworks of the State of Mississippi. The Lab integrates these concepts into the learning activities and incorporates technology, graphing, and measurement into the instructional process. The Discovery Lab was partially funded by a Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration grant, using the Galaxy Model, which provided taped video science "field trips," lesson outlines, lab tables, computers, and science equipment. Hightower Oil Company also made contributions to the Lab. The Discovery Lab received a 2001 Award for Excellence from the Public Education of Mississippi. The Math/Science Discovery Lab was one of eleven programs chosen for 2001 recognition.    Mrs. Melody Shaw, instructor, works very hard preparing units that correlate with the state curriculum and the needs that teachers see within their own classroom.  Throughout the 2009-2010 school year students will visit the lab for an hour and fifteen minutes every other week.  You can learn more about the lab and its' units by going to www.melodyshaw.com You can see photos of the students during lab by going to www.grenadaupper.zenfolio.com   2008-2009 Year Review  The Discovery Lab received some much needed table tops and stools thanks to Jeff Pickle and Dr. Randy Poss.  New shelves were added as well as a bright new paint job, special thanks to Rodney Shaw. A large overhead projector screen was also mounted on the lab's galaxy wall. We were very excited about the improvements made to the lab during 2008-2009. Thanks to DonorsChoose the Discovery Lab received seven new microscopes. We love DonorsChoose.org!!