Mrs. Prihoda's 7th Science Class
Sealy Jr. High School
Welcome To My 7th Grade Science Class!
The goal of science is to learn and understand general scientific principals that will prepare you to be successful in Science this year and beyond.
Nine Week Outline
2nd 9 Weeks - Organisms and Environments
3rd 9 Weeks - Force, Motion, and Energy
4th 9 Weeks - Earth and Space
Contact Information
General Information
Welcome To 7th Grade Science 2019-2020
Sealy Jr. High School
Teacher: Mrs. Prihoda
E-Mail: dprihoda@sealyisd.com
Phone: 979-885-3292 Ext: 5081
Conference Time: 8:44am - 9:34am
Science Remind 101: Please text: 81010 @prihodasci
Pre-AP Science Remind 101: Please text: 81010 @prihodapap
I hope you have had an enjoyable and relaxing summer. Middle school science is organized into three primary courses: Life Science, Earth/Space Science and Physical Science. The following information will help you be successful in science this school year. It will be a fun and exciting journey if you follow the rules and open your mind to the material.
1st Grading Cycle - Matter and Energy
2nd Grading Cycle - Organisms and Environments
3rd Grading Cycle - Force, Motion, and Energy
4th Grading Cycle - Earth and Space
Philosophy
Science is more than just a discipline; it is a way of knowing, thinking and using that knowledge to explain the world around us. Some of you may think that you don't like science, or that it is too hard for you. Others already know that science is one of their favorite classes. I believe that everyone learns by doing. The lessons and activities in my classroom are created to provide you with multiple opportunities for learning in a hands-on, minds-on design.
Materials
$5.00 science lab fee to cover lab supplies/materials
2 plastic folders with pockets and brads
2- one subject spiral notebooks - college ruled
1 package white, ruled 3x5 index cards-100ct
1 - pencil bag (to be kept by student and taken from class to class)
#2 pencils - at least 20
Blue Pens - at least 10
Red Pens - at least 10
2 yellow highlighters
Elmer's Glue
Handheld pencil sharpener
Crayola map pencils - 12 count
Scissors
Grading System
40% Daily Work
60% Major Grades
Homework
Homework will be assigned as reinforcement of regular classroom instruction after concepts and skills have been taught.
Option to Redo Two (2) Daily Grades and One (1) Major Grade Per a 9-Weeks
on which the student makes below a 70. The highest possible grade on a Redo
Daily/Major is a 70.
Redo's will consist of a "Self-Survey". Using your daily/major grade (with missed question numbers), you will complete self survey sentences for EACH question you missed. Remember back, and think through the thoughts that led you to answer the way you did.
Example: For #______ I chose ______ because ____________________________________________________________________________________
The correct answer was ______ because ____________________________________________________________________________________
Classroom Expectations
You will not do anything that will get in the way of your learning or the learning of others. You are expected to participate in laboratories, activities and class projects. You are expected to follow all safety rules.
Our Classroom Rules
In This Classroom
You Are Expected To Learn
S.C.I.E.N.C.E.
Speak with respect to the teacher and your peers.
Come to class on time, ready to learn & with all necessary materials.
Interruptions or rudeness is NOT tolerated. Raise your hand to speak.
Exercise safety and caution when conducting experiments.
No running, yelling or throwing objects. No food or drink in the labs.
Check your work carefully and pay attention to the details.
Explore ideas and concepts. Ask questions to find the right answer.
Conclusion
I want you to be successful in science. I encourage you to participate in class and ask questions. I am looking forward to a very exciting and productive year!
Mrs. Prihoda