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=Welcome to Ms. Cahill's Science Class!= Welcome to 7th Grade Science. I hope that you have enjoyed your summer vacation. We have an exciting year ahead of us. As a 6th grader, you explored the living world of science, light and color and weather and water. As a 7th grader, you will continue to explore the three branches of science. By June, you will be more than ready for the challenges of 8th grade science.

Modules:

 * Planetary Science
 * Energy, Machines and Motion
 * Populations and Ecosystems

Supplies:

 * Composition notebook for science journal
 * Pen or Pencil
 * Folder for worksheets and handouts
 * Science Resource Books
 * Crayons/Colored Pencils for home

Grading Policy:

 * 50% - Quizzes, Tests, Projects, Assessments
 * 20% - Journals
 * 20% - Labs
 * 10% - Homework

Class Expectations:
I expect every student to:
 * Be Positive
 * Be Respectful
 * Be Prepared
 * Be Active Participants
 * Be Aware of Their Thinking and Learning
 * Do Assignments in a Timely Manner
 * Ask For Help When Needed and Help Others

Absences:
It is your child's responsibility to find out what they have missed and turn in what they have missed. Homework assignments will be posted here but may not show up on the day your child is absent. If homework was due the day of the absence, the student will be expected to hand in the completed assignment on the day of their return. Any homework given during the student's absence will be expected to be handed in 2 days after their return.

Lab/Class Participation
Labs are a major component of ouor science class, as they allow your child to apply what they have learned to real life situations. We will have many opportunities for hands-on exploration throughout the course of the year. Your child is expected to follow all Class and Lab Safety rules. Class participation will be reflected within the Lab grade. Class participation means taking an active role in learning and the learning of your fellow classmates. You must pay attention and be involved in class at all times. Here are some key indicators to help you know what is expected of you: 1. Are you making eye contact with me or the members of your group? 2. Is your body language positive? 3. Are you involved in the discussion or activity? 4. Do you stay on task? 5. Are you making positive contributions to our learning environment?

Each day at the start of class you will be expected to: 1. Come in and sit down quickly and quietly. 2. Have your science notebook and assignment pad out and ready. 3. Look at the board for the daily do-now and any homework assignments. 4. Have your pencil/pens ready for any written assignments.