1. 6 th Grade Earth Science Joy Chien

2. 9th year teaching science at Fallon B.A. in Botany and Ph.D. in Plant Biology from UC Berkeley Teaching Credential from Cal State East Bay Background

3. Make science fun and relevant Teach students how to DO science Understand Earth systems, natural hazards, natural resources, and climate Some health topics – hygiene, emotional health, safety Objective

4. Google apps for collaboration, presentation. Video production Technology

5. Keep at home Reading and Note Taking Guide will not be given out in my class Textbook

6. Teacher site –Homework, agenda, notebook table of contents, calendar Teacher site Parent Portal on Infinite Campus-Grades PearsonSuccessNet.com – Online textbook, self-assessment, animated activity, videos, worksheets PearsonSuccessNet.com User Name: bkearthsci Password: fallon6 Three important websites

7. Weighted Grading Test score can be improved -between 80% -70% can make corrections -below 70% can retake the test

8. Homework 2 to 3 times a week Graded on completion/accuracy Late work receives 70% credit

9. Look out for Lab Safety Contract Donation Letter ($10 contribution payable to Fallon School/Science Club or consumable items)

10. Contact Information Preferred method is email Email: chienjoy@dublinusd.net Phone: (925) 875-9376 X 6456 Any question?