Experiential Learning Is Good for Your Health

In the latest outing of our See, Believe, Become program, Upper School students visited the National Museum of Health & Medicine, in Silver Spring, Maryland. Students were engaged throughout the visit by information detailing the history of medicine and American military medicine in particular. Students asked thoughtful and insightful questions as they moved through the museum’s exhibits.

A highlight of the trip was a forensic science activity in which students rotated through lab stations to help identify an unknown individual. They examined evidence, analyzed clues, and worked through the investigative process step-by-step. It was great to see students thinking critically and applying problem-solving skills!

Students also participated in the Empathy Belly exhibit, where they learned about the physiological changes the body experiences during pregnancy. The hands-on component helped students better understand how the body adapts, and it sparked meaningful conversations and questions.

As they explored the museum, students also encountered exhibits featuring preserved human remains used for medical research. These displays allowed students to learn about different medical conditions, injuries, and advances in medicine. Our students approached these exhibits with maturity and respect as they absorbed and discussed what they were learning.

As always, our students were curious and engaged throughout the experience—ably applying what they’ve learned in the classroom and developing a deeper appreciation for it.

See, Believe, Become brings learning to life!
View more photos from the trip here.