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Mr. Gielarowski Room 327 [email protected]

Eighth Grade Science

Welcome back students to a wonderful new year! There have been manychanges to both "23A'and the Science Department that I believe will both

inspire and help you, become successful students.

Being in Eighth grade is both a confusing and exciting time, soon you will be

choosing which High School you want to attend, which lunch table to sit atduring lunch, and if you want to do your homework, study, and get good

grades. Your success it your choice!!

Formula for Success:

Dedication + Hard work * Fun = Success

25o/o Student Engagemento Being prepared for class everydayo Participationo Cooperative Group Worko Maintaining an organized science notebooko Care for all materials i.e. textbooks, workbooks, etc.

50% Tests & Quizzes; Labs & Projects20% Homework

5% if you ehow up everyday, follow the formula for succese and don't annoy me too much

Supplies:1 bx. of pencils

1 bx. blue or black pens

I bx. of tissuee (801)

1 Three ring BindetMin. I Yz"

2 Yellow highlightersI Metric/inches ruler2 Rolls of paper towels (811)

I package of college-ruled looee-leaf

I package white copy paper2 glue sticke

I Pump-Hand Soap (805)

Barron's Regents Review Power Pack (805 Only)Other Supplies may be needed as the year goes on.

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your ability to learnRemain in your assigned seats

Keep hands & feet to yourself

Respect school rulee

Laugh with anyone; laugh at no one!

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New York State Regents Earth ScienceRequirements:

. 180 hours of class time a week

. 1200 Minutes of Lab Hours for the year.

. Must score at least a 70% on all Lab Reports or must "ReDo".

. Take both IrIYS Regents Examination in June & I{fS Grade EightScience Examination in April.

. Each Student must have scored a " 4" on both Grade 7 Et A & MathExaminations

Halfin'ay Progress check to determine further progress in the course,

further progress will be determined by Teacher and AssistantPrincipal.

Students I\{AY NOT have a report card grade less than 90 for twoconsecutive marking periods.

Homework:The purpose of homework is to reinforce what students learned in class.

Expect homework 3-4 times per week. Most assignments will be to completea lab write up or to practice and review current topics in class. Allassignments are due at the start of the class period. Incompleteassignments earn a grade of "0". Late homework MUST becompleted by the next day and will earn a maximum of "half-credit."

"I looked forward to working with you and your family this year, any

questions please do not hesitate to email me: [email protected]"

Sincerely,

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PLEASE RETURN TO TEACHER

Student Signature:Student Email:

Parent Signature:Parent Email:

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Classroom Rules

Rule One:

Rule Three: Make smart choices!

Rule Four: Keep your dear teacher happy

Rule Two:to speak or

Follow directions quickly!

Raise your hand for permission

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Am I prepared for class?

Science binder and notebook

Any assignments due today?Pencil and eraser

Class Participation

Am I working on the science starter when I walk into class?Am I following the agenda on the board?

Am I working cooperatively with my lab parbrer or group?Am I doing my best work or rushing to complete it?Am I staying on topic during class discussions and goupwork or am I talking socially?

Do I have a positive attitude?

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$a#ctff RruBcs1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the science classroom.

Horseplay, practicaljokes, and pranks will NOT be tolerated.

2. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully. Ask your teacher if you do notunderstand the instructions.

3. Do NOT touch any of the equipment until instructed to do so.

4. Never eat, drink, chew gum, or taste anything in the science room.

5. Wash your hands with soap & water before leaving class.

6. Wear safety goggles when instructed.

7. Keep work area neat and free of unnecessary materials.

8. Clean all work areas & equipment at the end of the experiment. Dispose of waste asinstructed

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9. Report any accident immediately.

10. Consider all chemicals used in the science room to be dangerous. Do not touch orsmell any chemicals unless specifically told to do so.

11. Students are not allowed to enter the science storage closet at any time.

12.Do not remove supplies from the science classroom without the science teacher'spermission.

13. Handle all glassware with care. Never pick up broken or hot glassware with yourbare hands.

14. Use extreme caution when using matches, a burner, or hot plate. Only light burnerswhen instructed and do not put anything into a flame unless specifically inltructed todo so. Do not leave a lit burner unattended.

15. Dress properly - long hair must be tied back, no dangling sleeves or jewelry, wear  'v'."v -.-'

i closed toe and heeled shoes. wear lab aprons as instructed.

16. Learn where the safety equipment is and where the emergency exits are.

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