Science Topics
The study of energy, force and motion.
Physics (7th Grade)
What are the 3 class rules as stated in the syllabus? (Hint: All R's)
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Ready
Helping your partner put away lab materials.
Taking care of each other.
Where are grades entered for students and parents to see?
PowerSchool
Ms. V, I forgot my pencil!!!! What do I do?
Borrow a pencil from a friend. Ms. V will not provide pencils in class after the first few weeks.
The study of life and living organisms.
Biology (6th Grade)
Where should phones be located during science class?
AWAY (in backpack, locker, or at home)
Which WIMA Way is this an example of?
Getting 7+ hours of sleep per night instead of doomscrolling.
Taking care of yourself.
Will Ms. V accept late work?
No. All due dates for a unit will be given 2-4 weeks beforehand.
Ms. V, I didn't know it was homework!!! What do I do?
- Check the HW Hotpage in the future!!!
- Write HW in planner.
The study of how living things interact with each other and their surroundings.
Ecology (6th)
What 3 items should you bring to class every day? (besides science folder and homework).
Pencil, Chromebook, Chromebook Charger
Which WIMA Way is this an example of?
Stacking chairs at the end of the day.
Taking care of our school.
Middle Years Programme (Grades 6-10)
Ms. V, you're giving instructions, but I NEED water!!! What do I do??
- WAIT for Ms. V to finish giving instructions.
- Quietly put up the hand signal for water.
- When Ms. V says yes, SIGN OUT and IN of class.
The study of matter, its properties/structure, and how it changes.
Chemistry (7th Grade)
Billy was absent for two days. Which TWO places should he look for work he missed?
Absent folder (on paper), AND Google Classroom (online)
Gerald is a student at WIMA who is having trouble focusing in class. He is feeling upset about a grade he received on an assignment.
Where should he ask the teacher to go if he needs a minute to reset?
How many grading categories (criterion) are there?
4 (Criterion A, B, C, and D)
Ms. V, I have 2340903.393 questions about this activity! What do I do? (IN ORDER)
1. Re-read the instructions.
2. Ask a table partner for help politely.
3. Ask another group member for help politely.
3. Ask Ms. V if you are still unsure.
The study of heredity and how traits are passed down to offspring.
Genetics (6th Grade)
Lab Safety Orientation
A student is participating in a science lab activity. How can they "take care of our school" while doing this?
Multiple correct answers. Examples:
- Clean up all spills
- Be gentle with lab materials (glasses, rulers, etc.)
- Wash hands after handling any chemicals
A student is "on target" for identifying cell parts on a quiz. What would his SCORE be in PowerSchool?
5-6, or 85-90%
BONUS (+100 points): What CRITERION are quizzes in?
Ms. V, I missed a week of school and I don't know what's going on!!! What do I do?? (LIST 3)
- Check Google Classroom & HW Hotpage for what you missed.
- Visit the absent folder for paper copies of activities.
- Speak with the Absence Manager if you have questions.
- Come in for office hours after school for more help.
*This may change depending on your situation.