
CSI: The Case of the Murdered Mayor 6th to 9th grade
This hands-on, project-based course immerses students in the world of CSI and forensic science. Students take on the role of crime scene investigators, using skills like observation and deduction to solve a crime scenario. They analyze evidence such as blood typing, fingerprints, hair samples, tire prints, and forensic entomology. Students also review police logs, study blood spatter, and create their own mock crime scenes. The course helps develop critical thinking, and students participate in a mock trial, taking roles like expert witness, prosecutor, defense attorney, or jury member. The course aligns with NGSS Scientific and Engineering Practices.
Program Details:
- Class Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with a break for snack
- Class Dates: Monday (6/16/2025) through Friday (6/20/2025), no class on 6/19
- Location: Gale Ranch Middle School
- Grades: Incoming 6th to 9th grade
- Instructor: Tracy Gilcrist, Monte Vista science teacher
Registration starts on February 1.
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