Welcome th to 6 Grade Science Home Base

Welcome th to 6 Grade Science

Home Base • A home within the school • Morning meeting

Sixth Grade expectations 1. Guidelines 2. Preparation and Participation 3. Logical consequences

Science Process Skills • A way of thinking • How science is done • Safety and use of equipment • Research and investigation

Science Interactive Notebook • • Research supported method Encourages reflection and thinking Organizes lessons for easy review Displays changes in thinking and attitude left side for student reflections Right side for recording input

Science First Unit Earth in Space Ø The earth - moon – sun system Ø The planets and solar system Ø Gravity and motion Ø Stars, galaxies and beyond

2 nd Unit Catastrophic Events 2 parts ØStorms and weather Ø Earthquakes and volcanoes • hurricanes, tornadoes and thunderstorms • Winds and currents • Weather maps • Safety precautions Ø Plate tectonics • Earth structure and processes • Historical events and perspectives

Grading policy • • Summative test Quizzes Notebook Projects Written reflections Homework Participation 25% 20% 15% 10% 5%

Homework • Due the day after assigned unless told otherwise • Must be neat and legible • Full name and class period must be on paper • Grade reduced by 25% first day late • 50% if two days late • Please let me know if your child is having trouble with homework!

Extra Help 1. After school assistance Mrs. Pitt Wednesdays, Ms Honold From 3: 00 – 4: 00 Parent can pick up outside of school or Late bus available but not until 4: 40. 2. Encourage regular review of notebook. Ask questions!! 3. Study guides

Communication I. Assignment Books II. E-mail address cpitt@mtsd. us III. Teacher’s website IV. Notes from home. VI. School Phone Number (609) 466 -7604

Thank you When I approach a child He inspires in me two sentiments: Tenderness for what he is, And respect for what he may become. Chaque enfant réveille en moi Tendresse et respect; Tendresse pour ce qu'il est, Respect pour ce qu'il deviendra Louis Pasteur, 1822 -1895