1. Welcome Parents to John H. Walker Middle School Science Room 205 Lynn Zazzali

2. A little about me… My Family – Party of Five please, Ed (?), Lynn (?), Eddy (11), Rosie (9) and Sammy(3) BS from Montclair State University Pursuing Masters in Educational Leadership Teaching Science for 11 years in Nutley Love learning, and helping my students achieve success in the classroom. Contact information: lzazzali@nutleyschools.org lzazzali@nutleyschools.org

3. What your child will study this year… Forces and Motion (Physical Science) Plate Tectonics (Earth Science) Biodiversity (Life Science) We will investigate our natural world through experimentation and students will utilize an STC (Science and Technology Concepts) program to solve problems in Science. http://projects.systemsbiology.net/celebratingscience/crea ting/fera.php http://projects.systemsbiology.net/celebratingscience/crea ting/fera.php

4. Classroom Materials What Students NeedSupplied or should be accessed BinderOnline Textbook (3 sections) Filler Paper/DividersMy class website Pens/PencilsOnline resources Post-itsClassroom Supply Center

5. “Tickets” to Success Come ready to learn with supplies (Organization) Open-mindedness/enthusiasm for learning Active participation/Team Player Completing Classwork and Homework Utilizing all resources to do their best/Study tips Seeking extra help when needed

6. Our Fun, Friendly Classroom Monday – Inquiry Box Wednesday – Why Wednesday Friday – Riddle Corners Word-Object Wall, You Did It, In the News, Student Success Center, Reading Materials Great Participation, helping a fellow student, other positive behaviors can help students earn incentives. Students will have plenty of opportunities to earn tickets or incentives for their extra effort. Tickets can be used for prizes and saved for homework passes.

7. Grading CategoryWeightComprised of Tests/Quizzes60%Summative assessments, Common Assessments, Projects Portfolio30%Classwork, Lab Reports, Notebook Homework10%Completing work at home to enhance learning, some favorites Edpuzzle, Newsela, Biocubes, Quizlet, etc.

8. What we can do together for them… A Parent is a child’s first teacher, never underestimate your role in your child’s education. A teacher can ask questions, stimulate thinking, and guide a child on the right path. We can collaborate together to improve their educational experiences in school. Work with them, support them, value them and remember they are children who rely on us to help them succeed.

9. One last thought… “Tell me and I forget, Teach me and I remember, Involve me and I learn.” Ben Franklin