Earth Science Overview

Mrs. Stinson

Room 39

(2021-2022)

Course Description:

Our science course is designed to be aligned with the 6^th grade California standards. In 6^th grade, we have to unique opportunity to explore the world of Earth Science! Areas of exploration include:

1. Scientific Method and Engineering

2. Earth’s History

3. Heat, Density, and Buoyancy

4. Plate Tectonics and Earth’s Structure

5. Volcanoes and Earthquakes

6. Rocks and Minerals

7. Forces that Shape Earth’s Surface

7. Ecology

You will be assessed in science on the following areas:

▪ Science Unit Packets

▪ Environmental Current events

▪ Labs and Experiments: hands on classroom activities

▪ Individual and Group Exploration Projects

▪ Assessments (quizzes and tests)

▪ Major Projects: Human Impact Project and Ecocolumns Lab

Textbook:

CPO Focus on Earth Science

Textbook replacement: $60

In addition to covering chapters 1-15 in the textbook, additional topics related to Earth Science may be covered based on current events.

(6^th grade California standards at http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/)

Math Flex Overview

Math 6 Flex Course Description

Text: CPM Course 1 and 2

Textbook Replacement: $80

The Math 6 Flex Course aligns with the Common Core State Standards for grades 6 and 7. Problem Solving, and critical thinking skills will be practiced and reinforced.

Units of Study Include:

1. Ratio and Proportions

2. The Number System

3. Expressions and Equations

4. Geometry

5. Statistics and Probability

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, grade California Common Core Standards at

http://www.corestandards.org/Math/

Math Grading System

Assessments (70% of total grade)

Includes chapter quizzes and tests, homework quizzes, and notecard checks.

Math NB (10% of total grade)

Daily class discussions and work which includes notes, classwork, examples and practice as well notebook quizzes.

Practice (10% of total grade)

The purpose of practice work is to reinforce learning done in class. The practice work is for credit and is based on effort, completion, correct formation, showing work, and correction of problems missed.

Projects/Problem Solving Assignments (10% of total grade)

Open ended problems, performance tasks, and long-term projects. These assignments will take place throughout the year and will reinforce the math standards being covered.