1. Mrs. V. Murphy’s Science

2. Late Work Policy: 10% reduction of score, not accepted after 5 days.
Grading policy-
Projects and assessments- 50%
Class work/Lab %
Homework %
Late Work Policy: 10% reduction of score, not accepted after 5 days.
Make up work when absent

3. If your child is absent…
Check the class bulletin board for any handouts and Mrs. V. Murphy’s website for PowerPoint, notes and handouts.

4. Mrs. V Murphy’s Website

5. Projects
Students will have one major project per quarter.

6. Homework Assignments Homework is assigned as needed.
I will send a remind message to parents informing them of homework assignments and due dates.
Homework is listed on the board
daily and announced to the
class.

7. Daily Procedures Warm-up Assignment Check the class Agenda Board
Copy the homework if assigned
Review new objectives/connections
Complete Lecture/Lab Activity

8. Key Concepts for 6th science Common core curriculum
Matter and Atoms
Energy
Plate Tectonics
Waves
Visible light
Electromagnetic spectrum
Sight
Sound
Light
Space Exploration
Moon
Rocks
Soil
Ecology/Ecosystems
Flowers
Photosynthesis
Earth’s Layers
Recycling

9. Behavior Expectations
1. Be polite and respectful of others
2. Complete all work on time
3. Come to class fully prepared
4. Raise hand to make comments
5. Contribute positively to class (no negative comments to or about others).

10. P.S.R.R Infractions 3 Strikes:
Students receive 1 warning, the second time if necessary Mrs. Murphy will conference w/ you in the hall.
If there is a third infraction the student will finish the class period in another classroom (Ms. Warren’s room) and Mrs. V.Murphy will make a phone call to parents.
Students may also receive a consequence if…
Student shows gross disrespect
Exhibits a physical safety issue
Demonstrates an ongoing behavior

11. Wish List for science Hand held pencil sharpeners Tissues
Copy paper
Antibacterial cleaning wipes (preferably a brand safe for students to use)
Paper towels
Tissues
1 box of medium gloves (for dissection)
Hand sanitizer
Lava lamp
(heat transfer)