 Married to the Military and was in the Army  I am from Canada  I have 1 son he is in 9 th Grade  I love outdoor activities such as diving, snorkeling, repelling, zip lining….  I have a Bachelor’s degree in Middle School science and social studies  I have a Master’s degree in Adult Education  I love teaching!

 Microscopes  Variables  Graphs  Tables  Scientific Method

 Cell structures  Shapes  Cell Processes  Inheritance of Genetic information.

 Levels of organization  System relationships  How disease affects the different organ systems.

 Ecosystems  Energy flow  Natural hazards  Water movement and storage  Environment.

 Matter  Atoms  Compounds  Mixtures  Periodic table  Acids and bases  Physical properties  Chemical equations.

 When you enter the room there will be a question on the board. Answer it in 3-5 sentences.  Make up work will be an essay. If you have a zero on Gradespeed, you may do the make up assignment. The make up assignment is much harder than the assignment!

 Always read the instructions on YOUR test  Some tests are different  Modified tests…we are all different and wonderful  Do not write on tests unless the test says…YOU MAY WRITE ON THIS TEST  Projects are done mostly at home

 Have your supplies  Be on time  Be in uniform  Put your name on your papers  Turn in your assignments  Come with a positive learning attitude

 Warning  Infraction  Phone call home  Office referral

 Excess talking  Some uniform violations  Mild disruption.

 After warning of excess talking and mild disruptions  Tardiness  Disrespect  Uniform violations  Missing school materials  Missing homework

 Behavior continues to disrupt the class.  If a project is missing.

 Major disrespect and disruption  All of the other steps have been taken.

 Projects and Games  Highest 5 grades at that time  It is not always best to choose your BFFs!

 Ask me anytime. Please raise your hand.