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Connetquot Central School District

Academic Excellence, Creativity, Mutual Respect And Self-Reliance

November 10, 2026

Intro to Child Development Students Explore Genetics with a Monstrous Twist

Two people hold colorful plush designs in a classroom setting with a screen in the background.

Genetics got a monstrous twist in Connetquot High School’s Intro to Child Development classes.

After learning about genetics and inherited traits, the Family and Consumer Sciences students stepped into the roles of parents and rolled the dice to find out which dominant traits their “monster babies” would inherit.

With their traits determined, students put their sewing skills and imaginations to work, designing each one according to its unique genetic makeup. Science, sewing and a little bit of chance made for some one-of-a-kind results!

Three people sitting at desks display their handmade sewing projects, including plush shapes and colors. A person stands in a classroom holding a colorful handmade mask.

Two people hold colorful plush toys in a classroom filled with school supplies and furniture. Two people hold colorful crafted faces in a classroom setting with a map visible.