1st Six Weeks (Week 4) Physical and Chemical Changes of Matter

·         Physical & Chemical Changes o   What are physical and chemical changes of matter? o   Define Physical Change §  Identify Physical Changes of matter o   Define Chemical change §  Identify Chemical Changes of matter

Tuesday: ·         Physical & Chemical Changes ·         Comparing Physical & Chemical Changes o   Differentiate between physical & chemical changes of matter o   Identify signs of chemical changes of matter. ·         Law of Conservation of Mass & Energy o   Describe & discuss the Law of Conservation of Mass & Energy.

Physical and Chemical Changes animated video

Physical and Chemical Changes simple explanation

Physical and Chemical Changes using science vocabulary terms

Prepare for Science Fair "Guide"

The students have this in their interactive journals.

SCIENCE FAIR PROJECT DEADLINES

Name of Scientist: ________________________                                             

Title of Project: _______________________________________________________

SECTION	DUE DATE	SCORE	COMMENTS
Topic	09-13
Purpose	09-16
Hypothesis	09-16
Materials	09-23
Procedure	09-23
Data/Results	10-21
Conclusion	10-26

Students begin with a score of 100% for each component.

Points may be deducted for random problems:

·         -10 for each day the assignment is late

·         -10 for messy/sloppy work

·         -10 for incomplete work

·         -10 for assignment not completed as directed

·         -10 for no name on the assignment

1st Six Weeks Mini Assessment

Students will be having their first assessment tomorrow Sept. 8, 2016. 

The assessment will consist of Teks: 6.6A and 6.6B

1. Students will compare metals, nonmetals, and metalloids using physical properties.
2.  Students will calculate density to identify unknown substances.

Please remind the students to review their notes in the interactive science notebook.

1st Six Weeks (Week 3) Properties of Matter

PROPER: 

Regardless of what it is you are doing, there is a proper way to approach and execute the task. There are steps to follow and specific tools you will need in order to complete any project efficiently and skillfully. If you don’t know how to do something, for example install a ceramic backsplash, get as much information as you can from a reliable source so that you do not miss any important steps, use the wrong materials or attempt something outside of your skill set.

PLANNING:

Thoughtful, detailed planning is so important when starting a project. Start by making lists that detail what you want to accomplish (scope of work), who will be involved (the design team and trades), and what will you need to make it all happen (the budget). Be specific and research each category so that very detail has been addressed and nothing has been overlooked.

PREVENTS:

 As the saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It is always a good idea to have a Plan B firmly in place so that you are ready to address issues as they arise, and they will!  Establishing a backup plan will prevent costly delays that can occur during renovations.

POOR:

If something is done poorly, why bother. Cutting corners to save money will result in poor workmanship and disappointing results. If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait till you see how much an amateur costs!

PERFORMANCE:

If you keep focused and stay actively involved with each phase of your project, every member of your team will work together to produce the best possible results.

Density Triangle Video

Long Division Examples

The students have this in their interactive journals.

Science Fair Project Deadlines

Name of Scientist: ________________________                                             

Title of Project: _______________________________________________________

Section	Due Date	Score	Comments
Topic	09-13
Purpose	09-16
Hypothesis	09-16
Materials	09-23
Procedure	09-23
Data/Results	10-21
Conclusion	10-26

Students begin with a score of 100% for each component.

Points may be deducted for random problems:

·         -10 for each day the assignment is late

·         -10 for messy/sloppy work

·         -10 for incomplete work

·         -10 for assignment not completed as directed

·         -10 for no name on the assignment

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1st Six Weeks (Week 3) Properties of Matter

PROPER: 

Regardless of what it is you are doing, there is a proper way to approach and execute the task. There are steps to follow and specific tools you will need in order to complete any project efficiently and skillfully. If you don’t know how to do something, for example install a ceramic backsplash, get as much information as you can from a reliable source so that you do not miss any important steps, use the wrong materials or attempt something outside of your skill set.

PLANNING:

Thoughtful, detailed planning is so important when starting a project. Start by making lists that detail what you want to accomplish (scope of work), who will be involved (the design team and trades), and what will you need to make it all happen (the budget). Be specific and research each category so that very detail has been addressed and nothing has been overlooked.

PREVENTS:

 As the saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It is always a good idea to have a Plan B firmly in place so that you are ready to address issues as they arise, and they will!  Establishing a backup plan will prevent costly delays that can occur during renovations.

POOR:

If something is done poorly, why bother. Cutting corners to save money will result in poor workmanship and disappointing results. If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait till you see how much an amateur costs!

PERFORMANCE:

If you keep focused and stay actively involved with each phase of your project, every member of your team will work together to produce the best possible results.

Density Triangle Video

Long Division Tutorial

The students have this in their interactive journals.

Science Fair Project Deadlines

Name of Scientist: ________________________                                             

Title of Project: _______________________________________________________

Section	Due Date	Score	Comments
Topic	09-13
Purpose	09-16
Hypothesis	09-16
Materials	09-23
Procedure	09-23
Data/Results	10-21
Conclusion	10-26

Students begin with a score of 100% for each component.

Points may be deducted for random problems:

·         -10 for each day the assignment is late

·         -10 for messy/sloppy work

·         -10 for incomplete work

·         -10 for assignment not completed as directed

·         -10 for no name on the assignment

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1st Six Weeks (Week 2) Intro. to Matter

·         What is matter? o   Discuss with class what matter is ·         What is mass ·         What is weight ·         How does mass differ from weight? ·         Discuss how to measure mass and weight. o   Using a balance and a scale

·         Measuring Space o   What is volume? ·         How is the amount of space occupied by matter measured? o   V=L x W x H of a rectangular prism ·         How can volume be determined? o   Using a formula o   Using water displacement

·         Density ·         What is density? ·         How are mass, volume, and density all related ·         How is density determined? o   Formula: D = M ÷ V ·         Calculate density, mass, or volume given two of the three variables using Density formula.

·         Introduction to Matter Review o   Review o   Mass, Volume, and Density ·         What is Matter? o   Lab on Volume and Density o   Formulas: §  V = L x W x H §  D = M ÷ V

Welcome students to the 2016-2017 academic school year.

Welcome students to your new campus Ac2E Middle School.  

This is a power statement and therefore expect all of you to give your best every single day in order to live up to this statement.

6th Six Weeks (WK 4) STAAR Assessment Week

Monday ·         Math STAAR Examination for 6th Grade

Tuesday ·         Reading STAAR Examination for 6th Grade

Wednesday: 8th Grade Science STAAR Assessment Thursday: 8th Grade History STAAR Assesment

Friday ·         AC2E STAAR Reward day