1. Ms. Perry 7 th Grade Sneed Middle School

2. The Chemical Nature of Matter Cells and Heredity Human Body Systems and Disease Ecology: The Biotic and Abiotic Environment

4. Sharpen your questioning, analytical thinking, research, and writing skills Investigate issues in the scientific world through current events. Use an interactive notebook to monitor the progress of your learning. Investigate some real-world issues that affect your life Develop good study skills

6. Content Knowledge Unit Tests, District Benchmark Tests, Projects 3X Science Process Skills Classwork, Homework 1X Formative Learning Quizzes, Notebooks, Labs 2X

7. Extra credit is only for students who have already completed all of their work. I recommend that you put your “extra” effort toward correcting and completing your regular assignments.

8. Spiral Notebook (for Science only! You’ll need 2 this year.) Pens in blue or black ink, Pencils

9. 1. Be respectful! 2. Come prepared. 3. Stay on task.

11. I am not the only “Keeper of the Knowledge” in this room-- all of you have valuable contributions to make. Bring in any interesting news pertaining to Science you find, and I will post it on the bulletin board.

12. If you ever have any concerns or questions, please let me know. I am SO excited for a wonderful year!