1. Welcome to 8 th Grade Science Ms. Wassum

3. Be Prepared You must bring the following to class each day: Binder with filler paper If you need paper, you do NOT need to ask – help yourself to one or two sheets of paper Pens and/or pencils Agenda

4. Class Procedures Entering Each day, there will be a ‘Do Now’ on the board When you enter, you are to take your seat and begin the Do Now. You should not have to be reminded to do this! If you finish early, sit quietly and wait for us to discuss

5. Exiting When the bell rings, remain seated until I dismiss you On lab days, you and your lab group are not to leave until your lab area is clean Please take everything with you – I am here to teach you, not to clean up after you

6. During Class When I need your attention, I will count down “Three – Two – One” … By the time I reach one, you should be silent and attentive You should be engaged at all times. This means you need to be doing the activity that has been assigned. No complaints – It is a waste of your time and mine. Activities are designed to teach you concepts and to be fun. Complaining takes away the fun! Do NOT go behind my desk or into my desk…that is MY space. Need something? Ask.

7. Class Rules RESPECT, RESPECT, RESPECT! This is my #1 Rule Respect me, respect yourself, respect each other No talking when others are talking No criticizing what others say No food or drink in the classroom This is a safety issue No cell phones or other electronics All other rules from the school handbook apply to this class.

8. Absent? If you are absent, please check my website. I will attach Power Point lessons and other important work. You can take notes from the Power Point. I will NOT write notes for you. Check the crate for missed papers, worksheets, etc. Come in after school for clarification or explanations.

9. Homework Will be assigned two to three times a week Homework is designed to reinforce work done in class. It is NEVER meant to be ‘busy work’ or punishment One day late -20% Two or more days late = 0 Late and missing homework can adversely affect your grade. Please put in the effort to complete it.

10. Topics Life Science Defining Life Ecosystems Biotic vs Abiotic Genetics Chemistry Chemical Reactions NJASK Review Forensics

11. Tests and Quizzes I will provide study guides for tests, but not quizzes Please put in the effort to prepare. I am happy to help you do this. Nothing in life is accomplished without hard work and preparation.

12. Grading Tests and Projects 40% Labs and Quizzes 30% Classwork 25% Homework 5%

13. Task… You have 30 minutes to draw your idea of what a scientist looks like. Be prepared to explain your picture

14. What is a Scientist?

15. What is a scientist? Awkward Nerdy Brainy Weird Not Cool Crazy

16. What is a Scientist?

17. MaleHard Working FemaleQuestioning White Thoughtful Black Patient HispanicHonest Asian Reliable IntelligentCreative CuriousFocused YOU!!