Welcome to back to school night Kmiller Science 6th grade dolphin team

6th Grade Science Content 2018-2019 Science Safety (SOL 6.1) Graphing Skills (SOL 6.1) Scientific Process (SOL 6.1) Astronomy (SOL 6.8) Energy (SOL 6.2, 6.9) Weather and Climate (SOL 6.3, 6.6) Science Fair (SOL 6.1) Chemistry (SOL 6.4) Watersheds (SOL 6.5, 6.7)

Textbook Students will use the McGraw-Hill app to access the ebook (as well as links through my Canvas class)

Students will be submitting assignments electronically via Canvas or by turning in paper copies.

Daily Expectations Students are expected to: Be on time to class Write homework in assignment book Have required materials (pencil, binder, earbuds, iPad, paper) Work cooperatively in small groups Be respectful of others at all times Listen to and follow instructions

Late Work Accepted until end of each unit Penalties for late classwork, homework, and projects may apply (varies on type and point value of assignment) Late Work

One post test for each unit (2 parts: computerized PowerTest that counts as a quiz grade and an IB assessment that is counted in Criteria A: Knowledge and Understanding) Study guide for each unit will be accessible via Canvas at the beginning of each unit Retakes are allowed but they must be taken within one week of the original test and students complete a review packet. Friday quizzes on the material we have covered that week. Tests and Quizzes

Science Fair Required for all 6th graders Before Spring Break Individual projects Projects done entirely in-school Science Fair

The best way to contact me is via email: kimberly.miller@apsva.us Contact Information