Mrs. Oz's Science Class!
Office hours 2:15PM-3:15PM
Welcome Reynold's Rockets! I look forward to creating a positive and safe learning environment that is built on trust, communication, and routine. Our class focuses on learning through exploration, inquiry and hands-on activities. We will strive to build critical thinking skills that will prepare you for the future. I believe in pushing students to be the best they can be and hold high expectations for each of my students within their learning styles. I expect student's in our classroom to hold me to the same standards and look forward to learning and creating together!
7th Grade Science Plan
(this plan has been modified to reflect Remote Learning)
In 7th grade science, students will develop skills to predict weather patterns based on atmospheric sciences. Students will study the atmosphere in depth, learning the names of each layer, their characteristics and patterns found throughout. By the end of the weather and atmosphere unit, students will be able to identify cloud types and the weather associated with them. They will learn how to read and use various weather instruments as well as predict global wind and solar radiation patterns.
From weather, students will move on to study physical science in which they will define energy, how it is conserved and transferred and how magnets, circuits and simple machines exert force to make work possible and easier. Students will enjoy plenty of hands-on experiments during this unit in which they manipulate work, force and energy.
Our biology unit covers animal and plant cells in microorganisms and how cell parts interact and respond to our environment. Students will explore the world of protists and their functions and structures. During this unit, students will learn about how DNA and genetics work. We will use punnet squares and pedigrees to predict patterns of heredity. Students will also explore genetic and environmental DNA mutations.
Our last unit of the year will focus on the systems and functions of the human body. Students will be able to identify how the body produces energy and responds to stimuli. We will also explore how poor health choices can interrupt the bodies balance which can cause serious health issues.
We will be using google classroom as our learning management system. Please check your student's email to find your class code!
Classroom Expectations & Procedures
Students should expect from me:
Quality instruction each day
Organized & positive learning environment
Credit & grades for evaluation of learning
Respect for all students and their abilities
Quick and fair feedback for all assignments
Giving my best to students each day
Proper remote learning etiquette (act as if I were in the actual classroom)
I expect from the students:
Be ready, respectful & responsible of others and our school
Come to class each day prepared to learn and participate during remote learning
Always try your best
Read directions, stay focused & ask questions if you need help
Keep a positive attitude towards yourself & others during remote class discussions
Complete assignments neatly & on time
Proper remote learning etiquette (act as if you were in the actual classroom)
Grading Procedure
Grades for student work will be posted as early and as often as possible in order to assure student success and learning.
Grades will be posted in PowerSchool. Students are encouraged to check their grades at least once a week to ensure they are on track for success. It is the responsibility of the student to keep up with their grades.
Behavior Policy
In the case that students are not meeting expectations, the following steps for correction will be taken:
Warning: behavior documented
Contact home: minor referral
Major office referral to administrators
If you get a call from me that doesn’t mean it is bad news!!! I love calling home for positive behavior and success stories. Let’s make this a great year together!
Materials Needed
Pencils (regular)
Composition notebook
Colored pencils and/or markers
Safety scissors
Glue sticks or elmers glue
Pencil sharpener
Materials pouch (one per 7th grade)
Accepted Donations
Tissues
Extra disposable face masks
Disinfectant wipes
Cleaning rags/paper towels
Lysol disinfectant spray
Band-aids
Extra Glue sticks
Scotch tape
Expo markers/erasers