8th Grade Science Overview: Students will
study interdisciplinary science concepts structured around the
theme “scope and scale.” Over the course of the year, they will
study physics (forces, motion, energy, and waves); chemistry
(atoms, molecules, and chemical reactions); astronomy (stars,
planets, and outer space); and engineering design. Throughout all
units, students will practice scientific inquiry by planning and
conducting experiments, as well as producing written lab
reports.
Seventh grade Science instruction is
aligned to the California content standards and includes the
study of: cell biology, genetics, evolution, earth science,
structure and function in living systems, physical principles in
living systems and investigation and experimentation. These
studies will be accomplished through a balance of direct
instruction, group discussion, laboratory experiments, textbook
readings, library research projects, model building, written
assignments and assessments. Science and Language
Arts/History teachers work
collaboratively to integrate the study of a variety of topics
throughout the year which concurrently meet content standards for
respective curricular areas: e.g.; research papers, oral
presentations, persuasive debates, and writing works are expected
outcomes.
Eighth grade Science instruction is aligned
to the California content standards and includes the study of:
motion, forces, structure of matter, Earth and the solar system,
reactions, chemistry of living systems Periodic Table, density
and buoyancy, and investigation and experimentation. Using
a method of
inquiry, and a process called the “Scientific Approach”, students
will conduct experiments that will help develop and reinforce
important study skills including: organization, observation,
recording, analyzing data and
communication. Physical Science students are encouraged to
build an interest in investigation of their surroundings, to
probe, to ask questions, to seek answers, to evaluate, to solve
problems and to think critically. Student projects during
the year may include: model building, research projects, Science
Fair projects and various other inquiry based learning
experiences.
Call the attendance office at (916) 395-5360 ext. 1 or fill out
the form below. If no call is made or the online form is not
used, a note is required to clear the absence. All absences will
be verified. If an absence is not cleared within 3 days,
it will be considered a truancy.
