FMS Science class members ‘rock’ study on geodes, gemstones

(Editor’s Note: The following was submitted by Dave Puckett, FIS Community Education Director.)

When Tyler Webster and Edward Jones lead discussions about geodes and gemstones, students listen and learn from these two enthusiastic Fulton Middle School students.

Both students are passionate about geodes, gemstones, and in particular, geology.

Webster said his favorite gemstone is Aventurine, a form of quartz that may be green, blue, orange, gray, or even brown.

Jones said he likes geodes because of what is inside once it is broken open.

“What’s inside is a surprise,” he said, as once a geode’s inside is exposed, sparkling crystals may be seen, with amethyst being one of the most recognizable.

Tyler Webster credits his passion for gemstones to his sister, who he said was fascinated by rocks.

She kept rocks, painted them, and even created pet rocks, he said.

Both Jones and Webster created individual power point presentations for Dr. Dana Fredrick, Sixth Grade Science teacher, who has been leading students in the study of various kinds of rocks.

The students listened intently as many amazing facts were shared about each student’s favorite stone. The students asked interesting questions of both Jones and Webster.

Webster’s passion for geology has impacted Jones to learn more about rocks and explore a career in geology.

Webster’s future goal after graduation from Fulton High School is to become a chemist or a geologist. He wants to invent an acid that breaks down certain rocks to better identify them by their personal stories.

Both students are now leaders in science class and Jones proudly shared his top five list of careers he may pursue after graduation from Fulton High School. Yes, geology made the list.