Science Syllabus SY:19-20

Dr. Kristal Blacksmith

Contact information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 808-883-6808 ext. 243
Room: G-102
Check grades at: www.teacherease.com

 

Grades:
Grades will be from tests, quizzes, projects, labs, and daily class assignments. Late work will not receive full credit. Students will write their homework in their planner daily.
A= 90-100 B= 80-89 C= 70-79 D= 60-69 F= 50-59

Course overview and standards addressed: 
6th & 7th grade Earth Science will be using the next-generation science standards (NGSS) www.nextgenscience.org , Hawaii state science standards, and the Hawaii general learner outcomes. In addition, curriculum and instruction will work to address 21st-century skills.
Behavioral Expectations:
Students are expected to follow the three personal standards at all times: 1. Show respect 2. Make Good Decisions. 3. Solve Problems
Students are expected to have a binder, school supplies, and science notebook every class along with scissors, glue , tape and colored pencils.

Safety:
Students will conduct and design experiments throughout the year. They will be using many different tools and science equipment. Failure to follow the safety contract may result in the removal from the laboratory equipment with an alternate assignment provided.