Science Grade 7

Topics covered in this course:

Weather and Climate (to include: The Atmosphere, Weather Factors, Weather Patterns, Climate and Climate Change)

Inside Earth (to include: Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Minerals, Rocks)


Earth’s Changing Surface (including: Mapping Earth’s Surface, Weathering and Soil Formation, Erosion and Deposition, A Trip through Geologic Time)

Astronomy

Grading: A student is given points for correct answers given to questions on daily work, worksheets, experiments (labs – in science), quizzes, tests, and projects. Class discussion, preparedness, and conduct are included in the effort grade. It can be difficult to perform well on tests and assignments when the student is not present for lengthy discussions, explanations, review sessions, and demonstrations. Please review, sign, and send back the Late Work Policy and Behavior Code handout that will be sent home with your child. This document will address deductions of homework handed in tardy.

Late Work Policy:

It is expected that students turn their homework in on time, however I understand that middle school is a new environment and want all students to be successful. If a homework assignment is turned in late it will be the student’s responsibility to attach a missing assignment form to the assignment and then hand it in. Any assignment with a missing assignment form will be deducted 20 percent.

Once a student has turned in three (3) late assignments within the grading period, the percentage of deduction will change to 50 percent for the remainder of the grading period.

Class Expectations:

* RESPECT others at all times
* Have a GOOD Attitude
* Be in seat at tone
* Bring needed materials
* Listen
* ASK Questions
* Raise your hand
* Know and follow handbook rules
Behavior Code:

It is expected that students will:
· Arrive to class on time and bring necessary material for each class.
· Bring their assignment notebook (agenda) to every class, as this is a powerful organizational tool.
· Be in their seat when the bell rings.
· No gum or candy allowed in the classroom.
· All students are expected to treat staff and peers with respect.

Mrs. Moran