Energy Test on Friday, May 18th
Students can click on the "Links" tab for the Quizlet flashcards and another source to study for their test. Students will be given a paper copy of a study guide. Some questions may be duplicated on the electronic cards. Overall, they are different.
Extra Credit Opportunity
Please go to the links tab for more information! Extra Credit is due by April 27th. They will NOT be accepted late and will not count if you have missing assignments.
Did your child turn in a Geologic Event Project????
All students should have shared their project by now with their classmates. If your child has a 0 or -- for a grade, then they did NOT complete a project. I have reminded students daily and have personally talked to students that have not done their work about how they CAN complete the projects. Students had a couple of weeks in class to work and were always welcome to come in at lunch and after school to get help or complete their work. Please talk to your student and help them finish their work if it is still not done. Thank you in advance for your help!
Tonight's Homework 3-1-12
Answer questions 1-4 on page 117 in your book. You do NOT need to copy the question but DO need to RESTATE the question in your answer.
#1 What can rock fossils and original remains show about Earth's past?
#2 Why do rock fossils form in sedimentary rock and not in igneous rock?
#3 How do tree rings and ice cores help scientists understand how Earth has changed over time?
#4 If you uncovered fossils of tropical fish and palm trees, what could you say about the environment at the time the fossils formed?
#1 What can rock fossils and original remains show about Earth's past?
#2 Why do rock fossils form in sedimentary rock and not in igneous rock?
#3 How do tree rings and ice cores help scientists understand how Earth has changed over time?
#4 If you uncovered fossils of tropical fish and palm trees, what could you say about the environment at the time the fossils formed?
Project Update!!!
Students need to be ready to share their presentations on Monday and Tuesday. If your child is in my 3rd or 4th hour class, they will be taking a test on Monday and we will begin sharing projects. I did not see these classes today due to an assembly.
Several Important Annoucements!!!!!!!!!!!!
Students were given an extra credit crossword puzzle. These are due Tuesday and will not be accepted late. If a student has missing assignments, they will not receive any credit. TEST will be on Friday, February 24th along with a binder check. Students can access the binder checklist from the link below. I will also give a paper copy of this them on Tuesday. Students can prepare for the test by using the interactive flashcards that I have made on Quizlet below. They should also study their Layers of the Earth Foldable and worksheets. PROJECTS are due Friday, February 24th. We have been working on these this past week and will fiinish all research and projects this week. If your child decides to make a model, they must complete it at home. Also, if they have fallen behind because they have not utilized their time wisely in class, they may need to complete some of this project at home.
Link to Flashcards for upcoming test
http://quizlet.com/_5znii
Binder Checklists
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Accelerated Science - Rub A Dub Lab and Article Review
Just a friendly reminder that your at home lab is due tomorrow January 31st!!!! These will not be accepted late. If you have not done this lab yet, make sure you get a glass bottle into the freezer for 20 minutes. This will take longer than the lab itself.
Also, your science article review is due tomorrow January 31st!!!! Links can be found on the Accelerated Science Agenda tab.
Also, your science article review is due tomorrow January 31st!!!! Links can be found on the Accelerated Science Agenda tab.
Accelerated Science
All students have an at home lab that must be completed and turned in by Thursday, January 19th. These will not be accepted late! Students have been given time in class to work on the poster portion. They may need to finish the poster at home. All questions with answers, title, hypothesis, graph with result sentence, data table and pictures must be included on the poster. Questions should be glued on the back.
Happy New Year!
Just a friendly reminder to check your child's school supplies. Many students are in need of more pencils, paper, and other various school supplies this time of the year. Please ask you child so they can continue to come to class prepared.
Important Reminders!!!!!!
All of my science students will be taking a Chapter 4 quiz on Wednesday, December 14th. Review sheets will start coming home today.
We will be having another binder check on Monday, December 19th. A binder checklist will be sent home on Wednesday. Please help your child stay organized.
Extra Credit!!! Students were given a weathering activity. This assignment requires them to go to a cememtary to witness real-world examples of weathering. Everything is explained in detail on the worksheet along with how they will be graded. This is due Monday, December 19th and will NOT be accepted late. Also, students will not be given any credit if they have missing assignments. Accelerated students will be given a different assignment next week.
Accelerated Science - Your Weathering Walk is due Friday, December 16th and extra credit is due the 19th. You may use the link on your agenda page to find an article and write an extra science article review. These will not be accepted late.
We will be having another binder check on Monday, December 19th. A binder checklist will be sent home on Wednesday. Please help your child stay organized.
Extra Credit!!! Students were given a weathering activity. This assignment requires them to go to a cememtary to witness real-world examples of weathering. Everything is explained in detail on the worksheet along with how they will be graded. This is due Monday, December 19th and will NOT be accepted late. Also, students will not be given any credit if they have missing assignments. Accelerated students will be given a different assignment next week.
Accelerated Science - Your Weathering Walk is due Friday, December 16th and extra credit is due the 19th. You may use the link on your agenda page to find an article and write an extra science article review. These will not be accepted late.
Flashcards for our upcoming quiz
http://quizlet.com/8563119/weathering-and-soil-formation-flash-cards/
Conferences are Wednesday, November 9th and Thursday, November 10th
I am looking forward to meeting with you this week at Parent-Teacher conferences! Times - Wednesday 12-3 and 5-8
Thrusday 9- 11
Thrusday 9- 11
Binder Checks
Many students still do not have their binder organized. Students have been given plenty of notice and will now start serving lunch detentions until they are in organized according to the binder checklist. A copy of this can be found under weekly agendas. Thank you for your help!
Flash Card Review
Binder Checks and Test!
Students will have a "binder check" on Thursday, November 3rd. They will also be taking their Rocks and Rock Cycle Test on November 3rd. We have been working hard to review and prepare for this test. All homework assignments from last week and other in class assignments will serve as great review papers. Students were also given a review packet on Friday. I have linked the binder checklist and another review paper in the agenda section of this site. Please refer to the appropriate science class.
Power School Issues!
Unfortunately, I have not been able to log into Power School and update grades for a couple of days now! The problem is being looked into and other teachers are experiencing the same problems. Please be patient as the issue(s) gets resolved. This is completely out of my hands. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Have you checked your child's grade lately?
Please be sure to log into the Parent Portal to keep up to date with your child's progress. I am currently getting papers graded and should be caught up by Wednesday.
Rocks & Rock Cycle Unit Test - Thursday, November 3rd
Please make sure to study your notes and rock cycle diagram. Students will be given a review packet along with other homework assignments that will help them review for the test.
Binder Checks - Thursday, November 3rd
Students are expected to keep an organized binder of their work which will be checked throughout the school year. On Friday, students will be given a checklist to organize their papers.
Textbooks
On Wednesday, October 5th students will be checking out their first textbook. Please watch for the textbook assessment form to come home with your student. These need to be filled out and returned ASAP. This is for your protection! I have included a copy of this form below.
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Metric System Quiz on Friday, September 30th
Please make sure your student is studying their pink measurement booklet. I have included a copy of the PowerPoint presentation that I used last week. You can find this in with the weekly agenda.
Happy Monday!
Just a reminder that students in 1st, 3rd, 5th and 7th hours have a quiz on lab safety tomorrow. I have also added a link for the accelerated reader book list for my T2R students. The link can be found under the links tab.
Just a Note!
I want to thank everyone for a great second week of school! I am also so pleased to know that parents and students are using our class website! It has been very frustrating coming back to school with copiers on the fritz! I do apologize that I was not able to scan and upload the worksheets done this week. The copy machines are also scanners. Looking forward to another great week!!!!
Welcome Back to School!!!!
Welcome to 6th Grade Science! We are going to have a wonderful year exploring, investigating and digging deeper into topics covered in earlier years. I am very excited to be your teacher this year!
What will I learn this year?
This year we will be learning how rocks are made, the affect of plate tectonics and the Earth, how energy is transferred, and ecosystems. We will be completing many hands on experiments, reading science literature, and creating projects to help each student develop a thorough understanding of the concepts covered. Along with these components students will also have other assignments, quizzes, and tests. If you would like to review a more detailed curriculum, please visit the State of Michigan’s Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCEs) at http://www.michigan.gov/mde/
Materials
Students will have several textbooks during the year. At the beginning of each unit, students will check out a new textbook. Each time, students and parents will complete a book assessment form. These need to be signed and returned.
Students will be asked to maintain a science binder. This binder needs to be 1-1/2 to 2 inches and include 10 dividers.It is to be used only for science. You are responsible for keeping it organized. I will be checking it periodically to see that it is being used effectively. The binder will be divided into units of study so that all information and material regarding a concept is together and easier to review for a test. Students need to keep all material so they may review for the end of the year test.
What if my child needs additional help?
Any student needing extra help outside of class can do so by setting up a time to meet with me at lunch, or come in early for “morning help” which is held in the media center from 7:15 to 7:53. Students may also stay after school for additional help or work time on a computer.
How will information be communicated to me about my student?
I have several ways I will communicate information to you and your student during the school year. I will maintain a Weebly website. On this site, you will be able to see what work has been done, what I have planned for the week, links to assignments and other materials used in class. These assignments and notes can be downloaded and printed at home. You will also have access to your student’s academic progress by logging onto Power School. A tutorial can be found on our district website at www.lakeview.misd.net. Specific concerns will either be emailed to you or a phone call will be made home.
How do I contact my student’s teacher?
I’ll be happy to address concerns or questions throughout the year as they arise. Feel free to contact me by phone 586-445-4130, email (preferred) hpickering@scslakeview-k12.com, or write me a note.
I am excited about a new school year! Welcome to Jefferson Middle School! I hope that it is a wonderful experience for you.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Heather Pickering
What will I learn this year?
This year we will be learning how rocks are made, the affect of plate tectonics and the Earth, how energy is transferred, and ecosystems. We will be completing many hands on experiments, reading science literature, and creating projects to help each student develop a thorough understanding of the concepts covered. Along with these components students will also have other assignments, quizzes, and tests. If you would like to review a more detailed curriculum, please visit the State of Michigan’s Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCEs) at http://www.michigan.gov/mde/
Materials
Students will have several textbooks during the year. At the beginning of each unit, students will check out a new textbook. Each time, students and parents will complete a book assessment form. These need to be signed and returned.
Students will be asked to maintain a science binder. This binder needs to be 1-1/2 to 2 inches and include 10 dividers.It is to be used only for science. You are responsible for keeping it organized. I will be checking it periodically to see that it is being used effectively. The binder will be divided into units of study so that all information and material regarding a concept is together and easier to review for a test. Students need to keep all material so they may review for the end of the year test.
What if my child needs additional help?
Any student needing extra help outside of class can do so by setting up a time to meet with me at lunch, or come in early for “morning help” which is held in the media center from 7:15 to 7:53. Students may also stay after school for additional help or work time on a computer.
How will information be communicated to me about my student?
I have several ways I will communicate information to you and your student during the school year. I will maintain a Weebly website. On this site, you will be able to see what work has been done, what I have planned for the week, links to assignments and other materials used in class. These assignments and notes can be downloaded and printed at home. You will also have access to your student’s academic progress by logging onto Power School. A tutorial can be found on our district website at www.lakeview.misd.net. Specific concerns will either be emailed to you or a phone call will be made home.
How do I contact my student’s teacher?
I’ll be happy to address concerns or questions throughout the year as they arise. Feel free to contact me by phone 586-445-4130, email (preferred) hpickering@scslakeview-k12.com, or write me a note.
I am excited about a new school year! Welcome to Jefferson Middle School! I hope that it is a wonderful experience for you.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Heather Pickering
Mrs. Pickering's Weebly by Heather Pickering is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License.
Based on a work at www.mrspickering.weebly.com.
