7th Grade Science Ms. Thornton

In 7th grade science, students learn how to explore and investigate by applying the scientific method and the metric system.  Students will learn about potential and kinetic energy, heat energy transfer, waves, and nature’s forces and the effect they have.  Students will also learn about chemical reactions, energy in ecosystems, how living things are put together, and how living things grow, develop and make new organisms.  

All work is done in pencil!

Bellringer Journal This is a notebook or place in their folder where they will keep the daily bell ringers that they write the answers to in class.  The Bellringer journal will be collected and graded.

Lab Policy The labs performed during class by students are designed to offer a hands-on look at science concepts.  Students will be working with partners or in groups to perform labs. Students must follow all lab safety rules in order to participate in labs.  If any of the rules are violated, the student will be removed from the lab for the safety of everyone.  

When you need extra help, you need to make an appointment to get help before, during, or after school.   Website:  https://www.jthornton17.org Email: Jennifer.Thornton@fayette.kyschools.us

Grading Policy General Science: Practice 45% Assessments 55% Advanced Science : Practice 35% Assessments 65%

Classroom Expectations

Come to class prepared with: Pencil Booklet Agenda Folder with paper

Show respect for others

Keep your hands, feet, and all other objects to yourself Keep your hands, feet, and all other objects to yourself. Do not throw any object.

Follow All Safety Rules

Wafting Technique

Lights Off Door Shut Class Rolls on the Door Silent Listen to Directions