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Remind101 8th Science

Remind101 8th Science

Introducing Remind 101.   Want to get homework reminders or class announcements
sent to your email or text? Just join our class for 8th Grade Science Classes.
 8.Science click on the link
 
Then enter CODE:  8cvmartin
or text @8cvmartin to 81010
Please Come Prepared Daily with:

Please Come Prepared Daily with:

Bring the following materials to class daily:
  • Willingness to learn and participate
  • Workbook: Reading and Note Taking Guide
  • Highlighter
  • Pencil
  •  Pen (Blue or black and Red)
  • Colored Pencils
  • 1-1 ½  inch three-ringed Science Binder
  • 3x3 sticky notes
  • scissors
  • Cavitt School Planner
Absences

Absences

Until completed, all absent work will show as a ZERO in PowerSchool. All work from absences must be made up. Check the website or box for missing handouts; complete presentation notes using the website links. Lab makeups can be completed at lunch or break with a friend who's completed the lab. All work from absences will receive full credit if completed within one week of absence.
Late Work Acceptance

Late Work Acceptance

  • Late Work will be accepted, with a 10% drop in grade. If it is more than one week late, the maximum grade will be a "C".
  • After the chapter has concluded, NO LATE WORK will be accepted for credit.
  • If you are absent, please make arrangements to make up missing work/labs; within 1 week of your absence to receive full credit.

Please check Powerschool for grades. 

Need to see me? Need help?

Need to see me? Need help?

I am available before school, during lunch and after school by appointment.

Grades will be determined from the following weighted categories:

Grades will be determined from the following weighted categories:

ž
a. Activities (Labs/Projects)
30%
b. Science Binder/Homework
10%
c. Assessments
60%

žPlease access Powerschool for grade updates.
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Online Textbook

Online Textbook

online textbook available at
www.pearsonsuccessnet.com
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Password: cowboys8
Extra Credit

Extra Credit

žExtra credit is available to those who take the initiative to correctly follow the criteria and procedures listed below:
  • Answer assessment questions that are found at the end of each Chapter section.
  • Each question must be typed and followed by an answer written as a complete sentence.
  • A proper paper heading must be included.
  • Chapter Notes: Handwritten “Cornell Style” notes for the chapter including all sections. Chapter notes may occasionally be used on Chapter Tests at the teacher’s discretion.
  • An alternate, relevant assignment may be completed for extra credit that relates to the Chapter topics, students must get approval from the teacher for any alternate assignments before receiving extra credit.
  • žA maximum of 10 points can be earned per Chapter.
  • žExtra credit points for a Chapter can only be earned up until the final test for the Chapter.

Weekly Overview: 12/16- 12/20

Focus: Chapter 6:Chemical
Reactions
 
Learning Targets
  • I can explain the observations   that indicate a chemical change has occurred. 
  • I can identify what information is included in a chemical equation
  • I can explain the Law of Conservation of Matter and      how it applies to chemical equations and reactions. 
  • I can infer the type of         chemical reaction (synthesis, decomposition, replacement) based on the chemical equation.  
  • I can identify factors that         affect the rate of reaction (concentration, surface area, temperature, catalyst or      inhibitor present)
Target Vocabulary: 
matter, chemistry, physical and chemical properties, physical vs. chemical change, reactant,        product, precipitate, endothermic reaction, exothermic reaction, chemical equation, conservation        of matter, open system, closed system, coefficient, subscript, synthesis, decomposition replacement reactions. surface area, concentration, fire safety
Activities 
Controlling Chemical Reactions      and the Fire Triangle Presentation and Notes
Review for Chapter 6
Engineering Challenge (Vortex Flyers)
 
Homework:
See Calendar
 
Resources:
Understanding Types of Chemical Reactions:  YouTube video  We will only cover: synthesis, decomposition and replacement
 
 
REMINDER: Check PowerSchool for Grades and Missing Assignments.
 
 
 
 

Weekly Overview: 12/9- 12/13

Focus: Chapter 6:Chemical Reactions
  Learning Targets
  • I can explain the observations that indicate a chemical change has occurred. 
  • I can identify what information is included in a chemical equation
  • I can explain the Law of Conservation of Matter and how it applies to chemical equations and reactions. 
  • I can infer the type of chemical reaction (synthesis, decomposition, replacement) based on the chemical equation.  
  • I can identify factors that affect the rate of reaction
Target Vocabulary: 
matter, chemistry, physical and chemical properties, physical vs. chemical change, reactant, product, precipitate, endothermic reaction, exothermic reaction, chemical equation, conservation of matter, open system, closed system, coefficient, subscript, synthesis, decomposition replacement reactions. surface area, concentration, fire safety
Activities 
 
 
Resources:
Understanding Types of Chemical Reactions:  YouTube video  We will only cover: synthesis, decomposition and replacement
 
 
REMINDER: Check PowerSchool for Grades and Missing Assignments.

Weekly Overview: 12/2- 12/6

Focus: Chapter 6:Chemical Reactions
 Learning Targets
  • I can explain the observations that indicate a chemical change has occurred. 
  • I can identify what information is included in a chemical equation
  • I can explain the Law of Conservation of Matter and how it applies to chemical equations and reactions. 
  • I can infer the type of chemical reaction (synthesis, decomposition, replacement) based on the chemical equation.  
Target Vocabulary: 
matter, chemistry, physical and chemical properties, physical vs. chemical change, reactant, product, precipitate, endothermic reaction, exothermic reaction, chemical equation, conservation of matter, open system, closed system, coefficient, subscript, synthesis, decomposition replacement reactions. 
Activities 
Bill Nye: Chemical Reactions
6.1 Presentation & Notes #22
6.2 Presentation & Notes #23 
Practice: It's Elemental Jefferson Lab Game
 
Homework:
See Calendar
Resources:
Balancing Equations Practice: It's Elemental Jefferson Lab
Understanding Types of Chemical Reactions:  YouTube video  We will only cover: synthesis, decomposition and replacement
 
 
REMINDER: Check PowerSchool for Grades and Missing Assignments.

Weekly Overview: 11/18- 11/22

Focus: Chapter 5: Ionic Bonds, Covalent (Molecular) Bonds
TEST Thursday, Nov. 21, Practicum Friday, Nov. 22
  Learning Targets
  • I can identify the properties of the different types of bonds in compounds and molecules. 
  • I can use valence electrons to predict bonding patterns. 
  • I can predict the type of bonding based on electrical conductivity in a variety of substances. 
Target Vocabulary: 
valence electrons, ionic bonds, cation, anion, covalent bonds, metallic bonds, sea of electrons
Activities and Labs:
5.3 Presentation & Notes #19
Review Days Tuesday and Wednesday
TEST: Chapter 5 (5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 ONLY)
 
HANDOUTS:
5.1 Review #15  (handout) 
5.2 Review #17 (handout)
5.3 Review #20 (handout) Front only
Optional: Chapter 5 Crossword Review #22 (handout)
Homework:
Read: Pages 192-194
Workbook: Pages 99-101
Complete Review Sheet 5.3
Resources:
Basic of Ionic Bonds- video explanation
Ionic Bonds song - video
Ionic vs. Covalent Bonds- video explanation
5.1 Presentation and Notes
5.2 Presentation and Notes
  
REMINDER: Check PowerSchool for Grades and Missing Assignments.