7th Grade Science

2023-2024 Syllabus

Ms. Yelena Myakisheva yelena.myakisheva@gcccharters.org 

Welcome to science class! This is the class in which we pursue knowledge based on evidence in order to make sense of the natural world by following the NGSS practices:

Next Generation Science Standards Practices

1. Asking questions

2. Developing and using models

3. Planning and carrying out investigations

4. Analyzing and interpreting data

5. Using mathematics and computational thinking

6. Constructing explanations

7. Engaging in argument from evidence

8. Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Communication

Students are enrolled in Toddle, this is where all assignments and announcements will be posted. Parent announcements will be made through Parent Square. If you have any questions, please email me and I will respond within 1 business day.

Course Overview: Green Ninja Curriculum

Unit 1. Minerals Unit 4. Soil

Unit 2. Petroleum Unit 5. Water: Life and Danger

Unit 3. Food Unit 6. Ecosystems