1. Sue Fredin 8th Grade- Physical Science

2. Teacher Background
B.S. in Biological Sciences from San Diego State University
Teaching credential from National University
14 years of teaching experience in science, math, A.S.B. and P.E.
Over 20 years experience raising my own children
Currently, the department uses CBL data collection and PC analysis in 4 of its 2-semester courses
Each of these courses utilizes lab investigations specifically written for CBL data collection, enabling students to perform experiments not previously possible in school labs
All in-coming freshman are requested to purchase a TI-83 plus graphing calculator for science courses

3. Learning by Inquiry This is an inquiry based course.
Scientific Thinking
Takes many forms
Currently the department has:
45 CBL and CBL 2 data collection devices connecting to 9 different types of probes
9 OHP-compatible TI-83 plus calculators with view screens
3 labs with on-line computers linked to view screens
15 specially written lab investigations for CBL data collection
72 computers equipped with Graphical Analysis, TI-Interactive, and TI-Graph Link software 3

4. I expect my students to…
Develop their abilities to question, reason, and think critically about science
Work together to gather and discuss evidence
Relate their learning to real life questions
72 computers are equipped with Graphical Analysis, TI-Interactive and TI-Graph Link software for data transfer from calculators

5. Prentice Hall, Focus on Physical Science
SEPUP, Issues and Physical Science

6. This is an introductory course in Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy Units
Studying Materials Scientifically
• The Chemistry of Materials
• Water (Chemical Reactions)
• Energy
• Force and Motion
• Astronomy
72 computers are equipped with Graphical Analysis, TI-Interactive and TI-Graph Link software for data transfer from calculators

7. Grading 40% Notebook 10% Quizzes 35% Tests
15% Projects, Homework, and Group Tasks

8. When your student tells you that they have no science homework…
Check the following:
Website for Homework
Vocabulary Sheets in Notebook
Current Astronomy Assignment
Stamp Sheet (in Notebook)
Prentice Hall Reading Assignments

9. Classroom Supplies We are always in need of the following items:
Glue Sticks
Index Cards
Kleenex
Prize box trinkets (pens, highlighters, promotional items from your business, small toys)

10. A Note from the office:
Please check to be sure the address in your Aeries account is correct

11. Contact Information
CVMS Website- Links to website on “Staff” page (
I am on campus and usually available to students by 8:00 on Wednesday and Friday and at lunch on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.