Science Grade 6 - Rogers - 64(A) - 1st Block

                                                            6th Grade Science

                                                             Mrs. Gail Rogers

                                                     gailrogers@fcschools.net

                                                      919 554-4848 ext. 501

Course Description:

The focus in sixth grade science is how Earth and Life Science are comprised of systems and subsystems. Specific topics include the Earth's atmosphere, transfer of thermal energy, weather, climate and climate change, cell theory, levels of organization in body systems, traits, and genetics. The focus in sixth grade science is how Earth and Life Science are comprised of systems and subsystems.

First Nine Weeks- A. Structures and Functions of Living Organisms

                              B. Ecosystems

Second Nine Weeks- Forces and Motion

Third Nine Weeks-  A. Energy Conservation and Transfer

                                B. Matter: Properties and Change

Fourth Nine Weeks- A. Earth Systems, Structures, & Processes

                                  B. Earth in the Universe

 

Materials for Success:

Chromebooks

Composition Notebook

Pens/Pencils

Notebook Paper

Earbuds (When needed in class)

Highlighters

Color Pencils

Index Cards

 

RESOURCES

District Canvas Website

Google Classroom

District School Messenger

Check Student’s Power School for grade updates

Email

 

HOMEWORK

All homework is due the next day unless a later due date is given.

 

Late Assignments/ Missed Work:

Any assignments not received on or before the due date are considered late. In order to receive full credit for any missed assignments, students must have an excusable absence, tardy or early dismissal. It is the responsibility to check with the teacher regarding any late /missed assignments and their due date.

 

Grading Scale:

100-90-A

89-80-B

79-70-C

69-60-D

59-0-F

 

Bathroom Policies:

No bathroom use the first ten minutes of class and the last of ten minutes of class. The only time the restroom should be used is on an emergency basis as students can use the bathroom between classes. Students are to sign out on the clip board and sign back in.

 

 

 

Course Summary:

Date Details Due