Graland's Sixth Graders Discover Keystone's Mountain Ecosystems
This September, Graland's sixth-grade class embarked on an educational adventure to Keystone, Colorado. The trip provided an opportunity for learning and bonding among new classmates, focusing on forest ecology, animal and plant adaptations, and water quality testing.
Students explored montane and subalpine life zones, discovering various organisms' adaptations to their environment. They observed wildlife, studied plants, and sampled macroinvertebrates in rivers and lakes to understand the importance of healthy ecosystems.
During a nighttime hike, the sixth graders learned about nocturnal adaptations, experiencing how organisms navigate darkness using enhanced senses and echolocation. During the day, they ventured through trails around Breckenridge, Keystone, Silverthorne, and Frisco, gaining insights into Colorado's diverse landscapes.
Back in the classroom, the students applied their newfound knowledge to design organisms adapted to specific Colorado life zones. Keep exploring the world around you, Graland sixth graders!
To view the Grade 6 trip gallery, click here.
Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.
