Mr. Betancourt
GOM Vocabulary
Class Rules
Mars
School Systems
100

How old Mr. Betancourt?

32

100

What is an atmosphere?

the mixture of gases surrounding a planet


100

When I work independently what should my voice level be?

0

100

Is there life on Mars today?

Not that we know of.

100

Do you have to use the homework log?

Yes!!!

200

What does Mr. Betancourt like to do for fun?

Fishing!

Kayaking!

Reading!

Drawing!

Poetry!

200

What is "biosphere"?


all the living things on a planet


200

If I need to get up, what do I do?

Raise hand

200

Mars is dry, does this mean that it is hot or cold?

Very cold!!! Average planet temperature is -80 F

200

What do I do when I line up?

1. VL 0

2. Facing forward

3. Straight line

300

Where did Mr. Betancourt go to college?

UC Berkeley! Graduated in 2014 :)

300

What is a "claim"?


a proposed answer to a question about the natural world


300

Can I chew gum or eat during class?

Nevveeerrrr!!!

300

When was the last time humans landed on Mars?

Never!!! Only rovers and landers have been to Mars. 

300

How many daily bathroom passes do I get?

2

400

What does Mr. Betancourt like to eat?

Everything :)

400

What does "habitable" mean?

having the conditions necessary to support life


400
During Turn and Talks, what do I do?

1. Face partner

2. Take turns speaking

3. Stay on topic

4. Be respectful

400

What are two landforms that we know exist on the surface of Mars?

Volcanoes

Channels

400

When is back to school night?

September 12 

4-6 PM

500

What does Mr. Betancourt drink every morning to stay strong?

Cofffeeee!

500

What is a landform?

a feature that forms on the surface of a planet, such as a mountain, channel, or sand dune


500

When can I not use the bathroom?

1. First or last 10

2. When the teacher is explaining something 

500

What formed the channel on Mars?

Flowing water!

500

DING! DING! DING! DING! DING! DING! DING! DING! 

Dance Milkshake by GONOODLE!

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