8th Grade Science

St. Matthew Catholic School

8th Grade Science

Mrs. Patricia Peyton                     ppeyton@stmatts.org               phone (210) 478-5065

Course Overview

We will continue with the study of Earth and Space Science by taking an in-depth look at Earth, geology, space, and astronomy. We will also be discussing basic chemistry and simple physics of force and motion. Students will learn through research investigations how to apply the scientific method, analyze data, and use critical thinking skills to solve problems. Technology will be integrated to support laboratory and field investigations. Students will apply their Catholic teachings to labs, class activities and discussions. Students will participate in a science fair.

Supplies Needed

iPad, 2 Composition Notebooks (for interactive journal), pencils, colored pencils, scissors and glue

Topic of the Week

Class Assignments
 

Corporal Works of Mercy Visit the Sick

Reflection:  "I was sick and you visited me." Matthew 225:36

Announcements  Final Exams May 22-23, 2017

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Interactive Journal

Students will maintain an interactive journal for vocabulary, class notes, lab reports and foldables. Most assignments and visual representations of materials will be attached to the interactive journal. The journal will contain the majority of class assignments and activities. If the student should lose their interactive journal, he or she is responsible for recreating the material for that quarter. Students will also use their interactive journal to record data and other lab notes.

Class Expectations

• Come to class prepared and ready to work.

• Be where you are supposed to be at all times.

• Follow directions and procedures given by the teacher.

• Refrain from interfering with the rights of others to learn or the teacher to teach.

• Follow all safety rules.

• Show respect for yourself, adults, others, and all property.

Homework Policy

• Homework is due the first five minutes of class.

• Late homework will be graded in accordance with school policy.

• A zero will be entered in renweb until the assignment is completed.

1 day late = 20 point deduction

2 days late =50 point deduction

After 3 days it will not be accepted and remains a zero

If a student does not have homework completed when due, they MUST report to lunch study hall regardless if work is finished during the school day prior to lunch.
*If there are circumstances in which you cannot complete your homework, you need to communicate this to the teacher.
 

Grading Policy

Tests/Projects 50%

Quizzes 10%

Homework/Daily Work/Labs 40%
 

Make-up Work

It's your responsibility to obtain make-up assignments. If you miss a test, quiz or lab you need to make arrangements with the teacher to make it up within 1 week.

*An alternative assignment may be given in place of a lab.
 

Laboratory Policy

Carelessness or horseplay will not be tolerated during labs.

Students who do not follow the directions of the teacher and disrupt the class will face the consequences of their decisions.  Disciplinary measures will include: student conferance, discipline notice and/or after school detention.
 

iPad Technology

• Web-based interactive text book

• e-backpack