1. 6th Grade Science

2. 6th Grade Science Topics
Earth and Space Sciences
General science (tools, conversions, density, lab safety and reports, modeling, questioning)
Weather (fronts, severe weather, water cycle)
Geology (rocks, erosion, plate tectonics, earthquakes)
Astronomy (solar system, gravity, earth-sun-moon system)

3. Science Conceptual Shifts (District wide)
1. Our K-12 science education reflects the interconnected nature of science as it is practiced and experienced in the real world (it’s all about inquiry!)
2. Concepts are built coherently from K-12
3. Deeper understanding of content as well as application of content
4. Science and Engineering practices are integrated
5. Designed to prepare students for college, career, and citizenship

4. Classroom Expectations
Students are expected to bring:
Science binder
Homework folder
Planner
Pencils/pens
Highlighter (if they have one)
Netbook charged

5. Grading Policy Grades will be comprised of: 10% Homework 10% Quizzes
20% Lab Investigations
10% Projects and Models
20% Classwork
30% Tests
*Grades are earned, not given!
If absent, students are responsible to make up missed work.

6. Homework
Just like math, it should only take students focused minutes to complete
Students will many times be given time in class or extension periods to work on homework
Students will be required to spend time at home studying for tests
Will be posted on whiteboard and website
If there is an issue and your child could not complete the assignment, write a note or shoot me an

7. This year students will be…
Taking notes
Mostly heavily guided notes
Highlighting important parts of readings
Organizing and keeping track of notes handed out in class

8. This year students will be…
Working in pairs and groups
Class discussions, group activities and modeling, lab groups, presentations
Build their communication skills, encourages collaboration and cooperation, decision making and negotiating
For some assignments, we may allow students to work on their own if they request to do so

9. This year students will be…
Completing lab experiments
Signed Safety Contract and went over safety precautions and lab rules thoroughly
Will not be using any dangerous chemicals this year
Will not be using Bunsen burners or open flame, but will be using hot plates
If not following rules, students will be sent out of the room and will not be able to complete lab

10. This year students will be…
Studying for quizzes and tests
Will be given a study guide for all tests and most quizzes
Will be given advance notice for a test or quiz
Will usually be given time in class to study by making flash cards and quizzing friends

11. Any questions? Please take a contact card before leaving
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