Students in Mrs. McGurr’s high school Anatomy and Physiology class explored human evolution through a hands-on investigation of hominin crania, or skulls. Working in teams, they examined skull models, took measurements with calipers, and recorded similarities and differences in anatomical features.

Students used these observations to investigate how skull structures changed over time. This engaging lab brought science to life while strengthening the observation, collaboration, and analytical skills central to Darnell-Cookman’s medical arts education.