Science Dept.- Mesa
Welcome to Mesa's Science page. Please use the links in the top corner to access individual teacher pages and see below to meet our Science teachers.
7th Grade Essential Standards
I can identify the states of matter and explain why they change from one state to another as well as how temperature affects particle motion and causes the state to change.
I can use measurement tools to determine the properties of matter such as mass, volume, density and temperature.
I can analyze and explain the evidence to determine if a physical change or a chemical reaction has occurred.
I can identify and explain the difference between an element, compound, or a mixture.
I can describe the structure of atoms, simple molecules, and extended structures and build models representing each structure.
I can explain how and why the Earth’s crust moves and provide evidence of fossils, rocks, and the shapes of the continents as proof.
I can describe how the processes of Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration work together to allow matter and energy to flow in and out of living things.
I can explain how living things interact with each other and their environment throughout multiple ecosystems.
8th Grade Essential Standards
How does gravity influence the structures and systems of the universe?
How do scientists use the Earth-Sun-Moon system to predict and communicate the phenomena patterns we see on Earth?
What evidence is used to support the claim that throughout Earth’s 4.6 billion years, life on Earth has changed in response to changes in Earth’s four systems?
How can the interactions between objects be described, explained and predicted?
How are some objects able to interact at distances?
What role does energy play in the motion of objects?
How do waves transfer energy and information?
Science 7, Life Skills 8
Hi Everyone! My name is Mr. Reeves and I’m a Science teacher at Mesa Middle School. I teach 7th grade Science and the 8th grade Life Skills elective class. I’ve been teaching at Mesa for 22 years and I look forward to teaching my future students this school year.Science 7
Hi, I’m Mrs. Heinrich and I’ll be your Seventh Grade Science Teacher this year. We’ll have an exciting time learning about “Matter & Chemistry”, “How the Earth Moves”, “How Plants Make and Use Energy” as well as “How Humans Effect our World’s Natural Ecosystems”. I love to laugh and have fun along with the learning. I’ll need help from all of you to to spice it up and send me cool connections, GIFs and whatever you find interesting. Just surprise me!Mrs. Personius
Science 8, ASB
Hello! My name is Mrs. Personius, 8th grade science teacher. Welcome to your favorite class! Some things to know about me:- I love surfing, hiking, puppies, and peanut butter.
- I graduated from Cal Poly SLO with a Biology degree.
- Just like you, I am anxious and excited about this upcoming school year - we will figure it out and do great things together!
Science 8, AVID
Welcome Future Scientists! My name is Ms. Mosley, but most students call me Ms. Mo. I am so excited to be able to spend a year with you investigating the world around us. I hope that during this time you become a better critical thinker, data analyst, observer, and communicator. Although I know we are in strange times, I hope to empower you to think about science outside the classroom. The more you know, the more wise and informed decisions you can make in life. So, get ready for a year like no other!
