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Earth Science
100

What percentage does the summative category count towards your overall grade?

60%

100

True or False: If an assignment is not submitted on the due date, the teacher will leave the grade empty on the portal and mark it as missing. 

False: The teacher will mark it as missing and record a "0" until it is turned in.

100

What does IMPACT stand for? (the "M" is for Mindsets)

Independence, Personal responsibility, Attentiveness, Collaboration, Tenacity

100

What supplies am I expected to bring to class each day?

Device, earbuds, journal, & something to write with

100

What are the three units of study in earth science?

water, land, and sky

200

What percentage does the formative assessment count towards your overall grade?

40%

200

How many class periods does a student have to submit late work?

Up to 2 class periods

200

I follow directions and create quality products...what could I receive an IMPACT for?

Attentiveness

200

What does "use your filter" mean?

Think before you speak.

200

What does DQB stand for?

Driving Question Board

300

True or False: Summative assessments can be retaken at any time during the trimester.

False

300

Can a student earn 100% credit on late work if every answer is correct?

No - the highest a student can earn on late work is 80%

300

I am great at advocating for myself...what IMPACT would be recognized?

Independence

300
True or False: I can bring my backpack to my seat at the table during a science lab.
False - backpacks are to be left along the yellow wall when you enter the classroom
300

Will we study about the rock cycle during our water unit?

No -- that will be in Tri 2 during our land unit

400

True or False: There will only be one summative assessment per trimester in 6th grade. 

False

400

How many grading categories are there in science?

2 -- summative & formative

400

I exhibit self-control and self-reflection and always use my technology as expected...what IMPACT award could I be recognized for?

Personal Responsibility

400

Do I have to bring earbuds to science?

Yes!!!!

400

What are empirical observations?

Things you notice about the real world around you that cause you to have more questions and make more connections.

500

True or False: After a summative assessment, I should ask my teacher for extra help about the concepts I feel unsure about. (justification required)

No - the time to advocate for yourself is after a formative assessment. Those assignments can be retaken after you get more clarification about the concept. You should be confident going into your summative assessments.
500

If I have a question about the grading of one of my science assignments, who should I contact?

My science teacher! If emailing, remember to copy your advisor, also. 

500

What do you feel like is the most difficult IMPACT mindset to consistently exhibit? (more than one answer, but justification needed)

Acceptable answers....

500

What does "see three before me" mean?

Ask 3 people if you have questions about instructions or anything we may have already discussed before you ask the teacher. Be resourceful!

500

When do I have science class on my schedule?

Answers will vary.