8th Grade Math & Science

Helpful Science Links:

1. Gizmos (simulations): https://www.explorelearning.com/

2. Pearson Realize (online workbook, online activities, etc.): PEARSON REALIZE



Helpful Math Links:

1. Khan Academy (lines up with our math Eureka/EngageNY modules!)

2. Eureka Math site (access parent tips, Eureka..) Eureka Math Site!

MATH

Curriculum:

  1. Integer exponents (Laws of Exponents) and scientific notation

  2. Transformations (rotations, reflections, translations, dilations)

  3. Similar and congruent figures

  4. Linear equations: writing and solving with 1 and 2 variables

  5. Slope and intercepts

  6. Solving systems of equations

  7. Functions (definition/recognizing them)

  8. Volume of 3D figures (spheres, cones, cylinders, etc.)

  9. Square roots & the Pythagorean Theorem

  10. Statistics (regarding the use of scatter plots)


Required Materials

(Please bring the following materials to class with you daily:)

  • Sharpened pencils and eraser

  • iPad (charge it every night!)

  • Headphones

  • SCIENTIFIC CALCULATOR

  • Notebook or lined paper

  • Math folder

  • Math workbooks/ textbooks (all)

  • Homework

  • A positive attitude :)

SCIENCE

Curriculum:

  1. Atoms & periodic table

  2. Chemical reactions

  3. Genes and heredity

  4. Natural Selection and Change over time

  5. Climate

  6. Solar System and the Universe


Required Materials

(Please bring the following materials to class with you daily:)

  • Sharpened pencils and eraser

  • iPad (charged!)

  • Headphones

  • Notebook or lined paper

  • Science folder

  • Science workbook

  • Homework

  • A positive attitude :)

To access the calendar (upcoming quizzes, events, etc.)--see homepage!