Forensics: Scholé Hall 2026-2027

Service Description

Embark on a scientific journey with my Forensics course at ABLE. Designed for mature middle schoolers, this program strikes the perfect balance between educational rigor and fun. With a compelling introduction into the world of Forensics, kids learn how to analyze crime scenes, calculate ballistics trajectories, discern risk factors in medical history reports, and more! Our first semester begins with a murder. Students are tasked to analyze the blood spatter, finger prints, and stomach contents found at the crime scene, as well as discern the chemical properties of a new type of illicit substance found near the body. Next, kids apply their knowledge of medicine and microscopy to create their own fake crime scenes for others to solve. The spring sets us off into a look at scientists who use Forensics in their careers. We learn about the technology used by FBI agents and Forensic Anthropologists to piece together mysteries that happened recently or over thousands of years ago. Along with great labs and exciting activities, this semester offers students a chance to engage with phenomenal guest speakers who have decades of experience in the field. Over all, this course challenges kids to think creatively and engage with some of the foundational skills of biology, chemistry, and physics. It's an exciting course aimed to inspire students to use science to solve problems. Don't miss out! This one fills fast! As the course progresses, students explore projectile and circular motion, gravitation, energy conservation, momentum, waves, thermal physics, electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, and optics — culminating in modern physics topics such as relativity, nuclear processes, and the origins of the universe. Students design and test circuits, build motors and speakers, experiment with lenses and mirrors, and use digital tools and PhET simulations to visualize invisible phenomena. With a strong emphasis on inquiry, application, and conceptual mastery, this course prepares students not only for advanced science study but also for real-world problem solving, technical careers, and a deeper understanding of how physics shapes everyday life.