1. Welcome!

2. Mike Meehan I’ve been teaching for 3 years (South Carolina).
Certified to teach middle and high school social studies (6-12).
Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Graduated from California University of Pennsylvania.

4. Janine Picha I’ve been teaching for 17 years.
Certified to teach middle and high school science (6-9) elementary PreK-6.
Master of Arts in Education
2 munchkins – James, 7 & William, 5
Husband, Bobby, owns a financial planning business

5. Supplies for Science
Composition book-Sewn Bound OR Heavy Duty Spiral Notebook
Pencils/Pens
Colored Pencils
Science Folder

6. Science Pacing Quarter 1: Quarter 2: Quarter 3: Quarter 4:
Scientific Method, Safety, Metric System
Hydrology
 Quarter 2:
Chemistry
 Quarter 3:
Diseases
Biotechnology
Use of Natural Resources
 Quarter 4:
Evolution of Landforms and Lifeforms
Energy
Population & Ecosystems
EOG Preparation

7. Our Schedule 7:35—7:40 Homeroom 7:40—8:35 1st Period Core
8:39—9:09 Smart Block
9:13—9:58 Health/PE/Elective
10:02—10:47 Health/PE/Elective
10:51—11:45 5th Period Core
11:49—12:28 Lunch
12:32—1:26 7th Period Core
1:30—2:25 8th Period Core

8. Grading Policies Homework is graded on effort. There is noB
C – 79
D 60 – 69 F
40% - Tests/Projects/Papers
30% - Quizzes
20% - Classwork
10% - Homework
Homework is graded on effort. There is no
turn in for late homework
Late work – 10 points will be deducted.
Extra Credit – There is no extra credit.
Home Base is updated weekly.

9. SMART Block SMART Block will be a daily 30 minute block of time.
Each area will have one priority day that can be used to ensure that students attend.
Monday: Social Studies
Tuesday: LA
Wednesday: Science
Thursday: Math
Friday: Electives/PE
Students can choose to go to electives, the auditorium for silent reading, the cafeteria for study hall, the computer labs, or the gym.

10. PRIDE Matrix P + R + I + D = E
Expectations
When Leaving the Classroom
During Class
During Locker Time P
Perseverance
Patiently and safely get to your destination on time.
Raise your hand. Wait to be recognized before speaking. Remain on task. Work responsibly by completing all work and not disrupting others.
Do not leave materials in the hall or in someone else’s locker.
+ R
Respect
Use inside voice and non-offensive words. Walk on right side of hall. Follow directions of all staff.
Be in your seat on time. Be kind to others. Do not draw on desks or walls. Use materials responsibly. Return what you borrow. Clean up after yourself.
Use your own locker. Keep your locker locked with all personal property inside, including electronics. Keep your area tidy.
+ I
Integrity
Follow the rules even when no one is watching.
Follow expectations. Be on task. Stay positive and use appropriate words, tone, and actions when speaking to others.
Be aware of others’ personal space and belongings.
+ D
Dedication
Walk directly to your destination. Carry agenda with you at all times. You cannot leave without agenda.
Everyone participates. Bring required materials (including agenda) with you to class each day. Bring only water in clear containers. Do not bring food, gum or candy to class.
Use class change time responsibly. This is your time for bathroom, water, lockers, and socializing.
= E
Excellence
Act Like It, Dress Like It, Learn Like It
Wildcat Pride

11. 10-10 Rule
Students may not leave the classroom for any reason during the first or last 10 minutes of any class.
Bathroom and water visits and locker time need to be taken care of during the class changes.
Students do NOT leave the room without an agenda. Ever. Students MUST leave their device in the valet bin.

12. Tardy Policy
Students are expected to be on time to all of your classes. On time means you and all of your belongings are in your assigned seat when it is time for class to start.
Students should always check the board for their homework, warm-up activity, table of contents for their journal as well as directions for class assignment.

13. Retesting Policy Request for 8th Grade Science Reassessment
Student Name
Class Period
Assessment Name
Original Assessment Grade
New Assessment Grade
Explanation for low assessment grade:
What I will do to prepare for future assessments?

14. Proof of SMART block work session. Test correction in SMART block.
Please return the following with this form:
All assignments pertaining to the unit assessment. (as requested by the teacher)
Proof of SMART block work session.
Test correction in SMART block.
Study at home at least 30 minutes.
I request the opportunity for my child to be reassessed. I have ensured that my child has completed the above requirements and is prepared for the reassessment.
Parent Signature Date

15. Novels
Students are taken to the media center regularly to check out books.
Students are expected to have a novel with them at all time in all classes.

16. Stay Connected! Check out Weebly and Google Classroom.
Sign up for Home Base.
Remind.com text alerts – see Weebly for more information

17. Questions?
We are here to help!