1. Welcome to 7 th Grade Science Force and Motion and Energy Body Systems including chicken foot and frog dissection Chemistry- organic/inorganic molecules, physical/chemical changes Plants- photosynthesis/respiration, tropisms, osmosis, turgor pressure Ecology/Ecosystems- cycles, adaptations, biodiversity, dichotomy, succession Genetics Earth Science- weathering, erosion, deposition, water pollution Texas Ecoregions Catastrophic Events

2. Classroom Emphasis Being prepared for class Class participation and discussion Organization including using a calendar It is ok to make mistakes; learn from them Best effort in work to reach full potential Honesty and integrity in all work Seek help when needed. Help yourself.

3. Doerre Grading Guidelines Uniform across subject areas- school wide Can be found on my website and the Klein Web Page.

4. Communication is Key My website: http://classroom.kleinisd.net/default.aspx?T.Burns On-line textbook: http://connected.mcgraw- hill.com/connected/login.do Remind.com E-mail: tburns@kleinisd.net