1. Welcome! Dr. Chavez 8th grade Physical Science Room 7108 chavezw@svusd.org

2. About me… 10 years in Texas High school AP biology, physical science, regular Biology 12 years in California Biology and Physical science high school, physical science middle school, and life science middle school. Prior to that –Dentist for 10 years.

3. 8th grade science Physics Motion and Forces Friction and Gravity Fluids and pressure Matter and Energy Chemistry Atomic structure Periodic Table Elements, compounds and Mixtures Reactions Astronomy Solar system Space exploration Life of a star Galaxies

4. Class Mission  To stimulate an interest in Science  To foster an appreciation for science in our lives  To develop critical thinking and problem solving skills  To prepare you for high school and beyond

5. Thanks for the contribution!!!

6.  Every paper we do is included.  Some papers are downloaded from internet.  Keep the chapter/unit of study we are doing in your notebook, then place at home in another notebook when we start another chapter. Keep everything for the semester.

7. Absences?  Look on line.  Call a study buddy!  Get two. Get number and put in notebook.  If longer than 3 days, phone the school and request homework.

8. Teacher Expectations  I don ’ t expect everyone to love science, but I do expect everyone to participate and come prepared!  I expect that we all will be respectful!  I expect we will all be responsible!  I expect we will be resourceful! (ready)

9. Homework  Homework is assigned 2-3 times per week.  Homework is usually due within the next two days unless otherwise indicated.  1a penalty grade reduction if turned in after the due date.

10. Expectations for You  Make sure you come to school prepared! (supplies)  Check the planner and website daily!  Stay on top of problems. Don ’ t wait until report cards! Look up grades!  Allow yourself to become independent, but be responsible.

11. Special Events  Dry Ice-October  Silly Putty- January  Balloon Powered Cars- March  Bottle Rockets-May  Roller Coasters- June

12. Let ’ s work together to have a great school year!