This document provides information about an 8th grade science class. It introduces the teacher, Miss Jackson, and lists her accomplishments in various science competitions over several years. The document outlines the main topics that will be covered in the class, including earth science, astronomy, weather and climate, and physical and chemical science. It also lists the grading breakdown as 10% for assignments, 10% for notes, 10% for finals, 10% for notebooks and reviews, 10% for projects and checks, and 50% for tests and quizzes. It provides details about the science notebook, tests, assignments, and rules for the class.