Sixth Grade Science
Ms. Signe Pereira
School Phone Number: 864-355-7924
Planning Time: 1:00 pm-2:20 pm
E-Mail: spereira@greenville.k12.sc.us
Class Website: https://sites.google.com/greenvilleschools.us/spereira
Embedded Files
Textbook:
Elevate Science Savvas - Access through Classlink
A copy of the Textbook will be given out to keep at home.
Course Content Standards: New Science State Standards 2021
Topics This Year:
Matter and Its Interactions- What is the difference between a solid, liquid, and a gas?
Energy/Heat Transfer- Did you know that Heat is just the measurement of the movement of particles?
Waves and Their Applications- Dis you know that waves carry energy but not matter??
Molecules to Organisms: Did you know you heart beats 100,000 times per day? Skin is the largest organ?
Geology: Rock Cycle, Weathering, and Plate Tectonics Did you know that the Earth is not a solid?
Meteorology - Let’s learn about weather and what causes it. Where does the wind come from?
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Supply List:
(4) 3 prong folders
Pencils/Pens
Optional: Their own personal supplies
Optional: Peanut Free Candy for review games.
Grading Policy
3 Major Assessments 50% (content tests, notebook tests, projects, formal writing assignments)
8 or more Minor Assessments 50% (quizzes, labs, classwork)
Grading Scale
A=90-100 B=80-89 C=70-79 D=60-69 F=50-59
Tests: All activities, including tests, quizzes, and labs, are posted in the Class Calendar that is posted in their Google Classroom and on my website.
Redo/Retake Policy:
The student will fill out the “Request for Retake” Google form in Google Classroom.
The student will pick up the “Remediation Packet” from Ms. Pereira.
The student will complete the packet and then return & review work with Ms. Pereira.
The student will email Ms. Pereira what day they will come in, at 8:00am, to do retake.
The highest grade is recorded of the two.
Ex: 1st attempt: 81% 2nd attempt: 78% (1st attempt is left in the gradebook)
*Other Teachers may not follow this policy. *
Extra Help: Feel free to contact me if your child is struggling in my class and would like extra help. I will be available from 7:45am - 8:30am. Or if they get permission from their FLEX teacher, they can stay till 9:00am.
Late Work Policy:
Students may turn in late work up until the day of the major assessment on the same material (at least 5 school days after the original due date). If the work is turned in between the deadline and the assessment, students will receive a maximum grade of 75%. After the assessment, the grade will remain an NHI with a value of 50%. Please note: Late work cannot be accepted from a previous quarter, whether or not the assessment took place in the same quarter.
Missed Work from Absences/ Make-up Policy:
All work missed during any absence must be completed and returned to the teacher within five (5) days of the student’s return to school. Students are responsible for getting makeup work from their teacher(s) or in Google Classroom. Provisions to make up school work missed during extended absences can be worked out with the teacher(s)/team concerned. After the original 5 days, make allowance for absence; the Late Work Policy applies.
Labs:
Students will sign a safety contract, stating that they understand that if they break any rules of the lab, the lab is a privilege and will be taken from them until Mrs. Litcher decides if the student is capable of following the rules.
Disciplinary Consequences:
Individual:
1- Verbal Warning
2- Name on Board (Last Warning)
3- Call Home & FLEX Detention
4- Call Home & Referral (Principal decides your fate)
Expectations & Requirements:
Every student is responsible for and expected to follow all rules and guidelines set forth in the Riverside Middle School Student Handbook regarding attendance, tardies, discipline policy, dress code and academic honesty.
AI Generative Tools:
Students are expected to use AI technologies ethically and responsibly. AI work must not be submitted in the place of student work. If AI is suspected, it is the teacher's discretion if the assignment gets counted. Student may be asked to redo.
AI can be used for brainstorming, research, or grammar checking.
Google Classroom:
All slide shows, notes, handouts and KEYS will be available on Google Classroom. Most classwork assignments will be through Google Classroom, except hands-on labs, written and visual notes, and foldable notes.
A monthly planner is also posted so that parents and students can stay ahead of all work and assessments. (Dates are subject to change) Study aids, videos, and announcements will also be made on this platform.
IXL:
Students will be given a list of topics for each unit. They must complete them by the due date. They can do them over and over for a higher grade. Minor grade will be the average of all 10 topics. Class time will be given.
STEMS:
Science is a language, and your student will need as many tools as possible to learn the language. This year, your student will be learning STEM words (or root words). Each set of words pertains to the current or next unit of study. Once students learn the root words, learning the meaning of Science words is easy. After every 30 words, a unit test on them will be given. There are no redos for STEM quizzes (minor grade) but students can request a redo on STEM Tests (major grade). Quizlets will be provided to assist in their study habits.
Example: Endotherm, “Endo” meaning inside. “Therm” means Heat.= Inside Heat: Animals that heat themselves from the inside or warm-blooded animals.
Conferences:
At any time, if you would like to meet with me, please contact me at least a week in advance to schedule a meeting. Parents may also contact the school counselors for meeting times.
MY PLEDGE TO YOU:
I pledge to lead by example, emphasize personal excellence, and help you do your best.
Please do not hesitate to contact me with any thoughts, suggestions, or concerns. Let’s all work together to make this a very successful year!
Signe Pereira, M. Ed.
Signe Pereira, M. Ed.
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