Curriculum
Classroom
Scheduling
Grades
Assignments
100

What are the 4 main topics in science we will cover this year? 

Earth, Physical, Life, and Chemistry

100

Name 3 different items found on the student center table. 

crayons, markers, colored pencils, sharpener, glue, tape, paper, scissors

100

What time does class start? 

(Time posted according to schedule and class period)

100

What are the 3 grading categories I use for science? 

classwork, test, projects

100

If you are absent where do you go for missed assignments? 

Veracross science class Page and then check posts for that days assignment (it will be by date). 

200

What will we create throughout the year with each unit of study that you will be able to use? 

Interactive notebook

200

What do you do when something doesn't work the first time? 

Try everything! If it fails, redo and retry with a new action plan! 
200
What time does class end? 

(Time according to schedule and period)

200

What system do I use for grading? 

Points

200
What 2 websites might we use in class for assignments? 
Pockelab, Google classroom
300

What are 3 subtopics we will learn about this year in physical science? 

forces and motion, energy and force, conservation of energy and transfer of energy, magnets and magnetism, relationship between energy and forces

300

What has to be signed before you can leave class?

Planner

300

What should you do in between classes? 

Restroom, get materials for next class, water

300

If you don't like your grade on a test, what can you do?

Fill out a retake form, get it signed, and retake the test during advisory. 

300

What do you need to do if you are struggling to finish an assignment on time? 

Talk to Mrs. Ayers and we can work it out. Do not wait until the due date. You know ahead of time if you are not going to finish. 

400

What are 3 subtopics in life science we will learn about this year? 

cell function and structure, cycles of matter and energy transfer in ecosystems, relationship of organisms in ecosystems, natural hazards

***we will start with this unit! 

400

What is our class pet and how many are there? 

Gerbil, 3

400

What school item do you bring to school but cannot come to class with you and stays in your locker? 

Bookbags

400

What can you use on a test? 

An index card with notes on it from your notebooks. It will be stapled and turned in with your test. 

400

Where do you place any assignment that needs to be turned in? 

In the red turn in basket

500

What are 3 subtopics will we learn about in earth science? 

Earth and solar system, space, history of Earth, lunar cycles, seasons

500

Name all materials you have to bring to class each day: 

Science binder, Interactive notebook, Chromebook/charger/earbuds, Planner, writing materials

500

What should you be doing in afternoon advisory? 

homework, makeup work, projects, getting help from a teacher, retaking a test, checking veracross for grades, checking email

500

What should you check to see your grades? How often should you be checking? 

Veracross, everyday
500

What do you need to do if you see a NTI in the gradebook? 

Put it in the red basket as soon as possible. If you already turned it in, come back and check papers for missing names!