7th grade:
The 7th grade curriculum covers many topics in Life Science, including Structure and Classification, Cells and Cell Processes, Heredity and Genetics, Regulation and Reproduction, Support, Movement, and Responses, Plants, Biotic and Abiotic Factors, Ecosystems, Interactions Among Living Things, and Natural Resources.
8th grade:
The 8th grade curriculum covers many topics in Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physical Science, including: Atomic Structure and Theory, The Periodic Table, Physical and Chemical Changes, Electricity and Magnetism, Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes and Volcanoes, The Solar System, and Weather and Climate.
Policies and Expectations:
In-School Expectations:
- Come to class on time and be prepared.
- Adhere to the rules of the classroom and the school.
- Participate to the best of his/her ability.
Virtual/Technology Expectations:
- Check Google Classroom daily and when absent.
- Use resources provided by the teacher to complete assigned work, unless otherwise instructed.
- Complete work in Google Classroom as assigned.
- Use technology responsibly for in-school and at-home assignments.
Grading Policy:
Labs/Classwork - 30%
Homework/Quizzes - 30%
Tests/Assessments - 40%