Science Class 101
What are the three school/class norms?
Be kind, work hard, know you are loved
You were absent yesterday. Whose responsibility is it to check what you missed?
It is your responsibility! Not the teacher's, not your parents, it is your responsibility.
What is the main supply that I need to ALWAYS have with me for science class?
BINDER!
About how often will we typically use technology in science?
1-2
You walk into science and aren't sure what you're supposed to be doing. What should you check?
The board.
Name two of the major science units we will study this year
Land, Water, and Human Interaction; Geological Processes; Energy; Ecology.; Science Fair
Where should you look for your most accurate, updated grade?
PowerSchool
What do you do first when you enter the science class?
Look at the board and follow the instructions (Bellwork)
True or False: You may play a game if you've finished your assignment.
False
You were absent Monday and want to know what assignment you missed. Where should you look?
Google Classroom and/or Absent Work Tray
Why can't I eat food in class?
How many vocabulary words will you normally receive each Monday?
8
True or False: If you're packed up, you can wait by the door until the bell rings.
FALSE! Clustering by the door creates a safety hazard.
Can you use your cellphone (OR APPLE WATCH) to contact your parent during class?
No. You can request to use the student phone in the front office. You can also even call from my phone!
You used information from a website to help with an assignment. What should you do?
Cite/indicate the source.
What does it mean to be a classroom that promotes "inclusion" ?
We celebrate our diversities and are respectful of the diversities in the classroom. We learn from each other's differences!
What THREE things do you need to do with each weekly vocabulary word?
Copy the word, copy the definition, and use it in a sentence.
When can you NOT go into the halls / request a hall pass?
First 10 minutes of class
Last 10 minutes of class
What's the main difference between PowerSchool and Google Classroom?
PowerSchool = grades/attendance
Google Classroom = class materials, announcements, and occasional digital assignments
You need to text your guardian because your after-school plans changed. What should you do?
Ask to use the student phone in the front office or Ms. Leon's class phone.
Complete Ms. León's class motto:
"Learn like a __________________ today!"
CHAMPION
What is it called when you take credit for someone else's work?
Plagiarism
How many SmartPasses do students generally have per marking period?
12 (Includes, bathroom, locker, etc.)
Name TWO possible consequences of misusing technology.
PowerSchool documentation, contact home, and/or loss of device privileges.
Someone in your group has a very different idea than you. You are sure your idea is better. How can you show respect?
Listen to their idea, ask questions, and be willing to consider that they may know or notice something you don't.