Welcome to Earth & Space Science Ms. Kari Graettinger

My Education University of Illinois University of Colorado BS Geology BS Geography MS Geography University of Colorado Post graduate work Seattle Pacific University Master in Teaching

My Girls

My Border Collie! “Scout”

Welcome! Philosophy of Education Course Syllabus Class Policies Parent Communication

Philosophy of Education Teaching life skills Organization and responsibility Critical thinking Problem solving

Course Syllabus Lab Safety Scientific Method Earth’s Dynamic Systems Weather & Climate Space Systems Exploration

Class Policies Expectations Grading Scale Tips for Success

Expectations Be prepared Be responsible for your own learning Follow classroom rules Think and have fun!! 

Expectations Class Materials Planner Pencil Highlighter Correcting pen Colored pencils Calculator Science Journal

Grading Scale Assignments: class work, homework, science journal, Assessments: tests, quizzes, labs, projects 25% 75%

Missing Work=50% From Thomas Guskey: Zeros are seldom an accurate description of a student’s achievement and skew average grades dramatically. Instead of prompting greater effort, zeros and the low grades they yield more often cause students to withdraw from learning. One alternative to zeros is to assign an “I” or “Incomplete” grade with explicit requirements for completing the work.

Tips for Success Extra help opportunities… How can parents help? By appointment before and after school How can parents help? Check planner/website, Skyward, and supplies daily Use Website when absent Provide a quiet, organized space for doing homework

Parent Communication Contact information: Email: graettingerk@issaquah.wednet.edu Encourage your students to do the emailing! Conference by appointment Family Access Up-to-date grade information Access on IMS or teacher website My website

Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence. -Vince Lombardi