Welcome to Earth Science! This class is a basic introduction to earth science. Students will be involved in hands on learning activities that include lab exercises, vocabulary development, research, current events, and the use of technology in science. A major goal of the life science course is to develop critical thinking skills that will enable students to become better problem solvers and intelligent decision makers. The life science course covers Key Ideas 1 and 2 of the NY State Science Standard 4- “The Physical Setting.” Our study will include the following:
- Lab Safety
- The Scientific Method
- Measurement & the Metric System
- Careers in Science
- Earth’s Changing Surface
- Role of Water
- Weather and Climate
- Earth, Moon, and Sun
- Solar System
- Universe
- Human Impact
Required Materials:
Text Book
Three ring binder dedicated to science
Tabbed Dividers
Lined paper (with holes to fit in your binder)
1 pocket folder (with holes to fit in your binder)
Pencils and a highlighter
Black Composition Notebook
Expectations:
Come to class with an open mind.
Have a positive attitude.
Be a team player.
Ask questions, develop hypotheses, and conduct experiments.
Come to class ready to focus on the day’s material.
Participate in laboratory activities.
Contribute to classroom discussions.
Be willing to challenge yourself.
Treat everyone (teachers, volunteers, and other students) with respect.
Follow the rules set forth in the Middle School Handbook.
Demonstrate Catholic values.