This document provides information for students and parents about the sixth grade science class. It introduces the science teachers and outlines necessary materials like a binder and supplies. It emphasizes the importance of organization and completing assignments on time. The document details the science units that will be covered, including notes, labs, and assessments. It provides information about reviewing material and communicating with teachers, such as through email, conferences, or the school website.

1. Welcome to Sixth Grade Your Team is Team 62 Nancy Livingston Rebecca Nesbit Kay Sloan Shuana Todd We do have cross-over children. Some of your children may have a different ELA or Math teacher. 6 th Grade Science Teachers Rebecca Nesbit Bonita Guram Renee Smith Lori Grant

2. Necessary Materials for Success (Science): One – 1 inch 3-ring binder 5 dividers – for our 5 units Notebook paper Graph paper Pencil Colored pencils

3. Organization is the Key! Science covers 5 standards! We move fast! Actually, we FLY! Organization is the key to keeping up. Each paper has a place in the binder.

4. Organization is the Key All assignments must be completed on time. Each assignment helps you prepare for each quiz or test. Stay organized to keep up and be prepared. Do all you can to NOT fall behind. Its easier to keep up than to catch up.

5. Science Units Label your dividers! Inquiry Weather Energy Plants Animals Everything has a place, Everything in its place!

6. Each Unit of Study for Science will contain: Worksheets Study Guides Notes Labs and Activities Graphs Quizzes Tests Video

7. We review all material before tests! Through our power-points, class discussions, primary resources, video clips and labs

8. We promise to: Review EVERY Vocabulary Word! Review EVERY Study-Guide Question! Review EVERY test question! Prior to EVERY Unit Test! We will not test material we have not covered! But it is your child’s responsibility to correct their answers as we review the material in class.

9. Assessments/Grading Opportunities: Quizzes Homework grades Vocabulary tests and quizzes Projects Completed Study guides Labs Unit Tests

10. CMS teacher websites help with parent-teacher communication: Homework Calendar Upcoming quizzes Tests Project due-dates Activities

11. CMS teacher websites help with: All Power Points will be on my website: They may not be identical to the ones used in class, but they cover the same material.

12. Email us! Come see us! We are here for you! We feel email (rnesbit@lexrich5.org) is the quickest way to get a quick answer to a simple or basic question. We also have voice mail (575-5729) if you prefer to leave a message and have a phone conference. If you call us, we will call you back!

13. Let’s Talk! For more serious concerns, we prefer to sit down at a parent-teacher conference to discuss your concerns and find solutions that will benefit your child’s educational success and learning environment.

14. We are available to you: Check the CMS webpage for details. All information is on the syllabus which was sent home the first Friday of school.

15. By Working Together… We will all be able to have a wonderful, enjoyable, fun exciting, and successful year in Sixth Grade at Chapin Middle School! Thank you for your support! Rebecca Nesbit