05.16.2025

STEM Success: iLEAD Agua Dulce 5th Grader Designs Working Seismograph

5th Michael Seismograph STEM 5.15.2025 iLEAD Agua Dulce

Here at iLEAD Agua Dulce, we get truly excited when we see our learners bring their passions to life through Project-Based Learning (PBL). And recently, we had a fantastic example of just that!

We are thrilled to celebrate Michael’s outstanding work on his STEM project — a fully functional seismograph! A 5th grader in Sonia Kurfess’s class, Michael thoughtfully integrated science, technology, engineering, and math to design and build this innovative tool. From conceptualizing how seismic waves move, to engineering the structure, to using mathematical thinking for accuracy, Michael applied his knowledge with purpose and creativity.

We are incredibly proud of the way he brought this project to life, demonstrating not just content mastery but true curiosity and ingenuity. This is exactly the kind of learning we strive for — meaningful, integrated, and learner-driven.

 

About iLEAD Agua Dulce:

iLEAD Agua Dulce is a free public school offering TK-12th graders a unique, personalized education in picturesque Agua Dulce, CA. Founded in 2018, the school emphasizes leadership development, play-based and project-based learning, and social-emotional development. Its outdoor classroom, complete with farm animals, promotes empathy and responsibility. Learners benefit from technology, arts, and aerospace opportunities, developing collaborative skills and critical thinking. High schoolers take advantage of UC a-g approved coursework, Career & Technical Education (CTE), and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme, preparing for success in college and career. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and find us at www.ileadaguadulce.org.

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