This week, I just want to make sure you are doing three very important things from now on:
1. Check Edmodo every day! I have been posting very critical reminders for you; You need this information to function properly over the next few weeks.
2. Check your GMail every day! You get invitations to view and join important groups for science; For example, I invited you to join our Google Classroom, and you receive your assessment scores via email as well. If it comes from Ms. Jess, don't delete it!
3. Check the school portal for upcoming homework, assignments, and tests. I have already posted your formative and summative assessments for the next month, so you should write them in your planner!
Have a great week, 6th graders!
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Monday, September 1, 2014
Ladies and gentlemen, now that we are a little more comfortable, may I bring your attention to some of the features along the side of my blog?
The "Codes, Hacks, and Passwords" category is useful for you if you forget codes to get into certain programs, like BrainPop. The most useful link in this category is your online textbooks; This way, you can easily access them from home without having to carry a load of books! As we progress through the units, I will share which books you will need.
We are currently working on the "Scientific Inquiry" unit. If you click on the link to the right labeled the same, you will see all of the standards you are expected to be able to do by the end of the year (Since we work on inquiry all year long!). If you scroll down to the bottom, you will find a link to some online microscope tutorials; Feel free to refresh your skills before we work with the real thing!
This blog is organic, so will change regularly, of course. I will constantly be adding new materials for you to use, and keeping you informed on the progress of our class!
The "Codes, Hacks, and Passwords" category is useful for you if you forget codes to get into certain programs, like BrainPop. The most useful link in this category is your online textbooks; This way, you can easily access them from home without having to carry a load of books! As we progress through the units, I will share which books you will need.
We are currently working on the "Scientific Inquiry" unit. If you click on the link to the right labeled the same, you will see all of the standards you are expected to be able to do by the end of the year (Since we work on inquiry all year long!). If you scroll down to the bottom, you will find a link to some online microscope tutorials; Feel free to refresh your skills before we work with the real thing!
This blog is organic, so will change regularly, of course. I will constantly be adding new materials for you to use, and keeping you informed on the progress of our class!
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
I love 6th grade!
We've been working together for several weeks now, and I can honestly say I'm happy I made the decision to move down to 6th grade!
As I have been observing my students work over the last month, I have been very impressed by how well you work together, in partnerships, and in teams. Students are speaking politely and in supportive tones to one another, and that is wonderful to see! For instance, I have seen students saying kind things about one another's work, as well as helping out when peers are confused about what to do. I have also noticed that most of you are willing to work with anyone; Many of you don't mind working with new people, and/or members of the opposite sex, and I haven't seen any of you refuse to work with another, which is very kind. Our room is a team right now! Woo!
This week, we have been focused on how scientists do what they do. Over the next two weeks, we will be performing a series of investigations and experiments to practice these strong scientific habits! You will notice your posters are being hung in the hallways; Your work helps other students remember how to be good scientists, and they are getting a lot of positive attention!
I'm proud of your work; Let's finish August strong!
As I have been observing my students work over the last month, I have been very impressed by how well you work together, in partnerships, and in teams. Students are speaking politely and in supportive tones to one another, and that is wonderful to see! For instance, I have seen students saying kind things about one another's work, as well as helping out when peers are confused about what to do. I have also noticed that most of you are willing to work with anyone; Many of you don't mind working with new people, and/or members of the opposite sex, and I haven't seen any of you refuse to work with another, which is very kind. Our room is a team right now! Woo!
This week, we have been focused on how scientists do what they do. Over the next two weeks, we will be performing a series of investigations and experiments to practice these strong scientific habits! You will notice your posters are being hung in the hallways; Your work helps other students remember how to be good scientists, and they are getting a lot of positive attention!
I'm proud of your work; Let's finish August strong!
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Well, our first two weeks together are over, and I don't know about you, but.....I had a great time!
Because we have seen each other so much over the last two weeks, I feel like I've known you forever, not just a few days! Don't you think so?
In order to be prepared for next week, you must make sure you are signed up for both Class DoJo and Edmodo. I keep all behavior records via DoJo, and all class information is distributed through Edmodo. (This blog is just for summaries and updates.)
For those of you who cannot create multiple accounts on DoJo, don't worry about it; I will solve the problem this weekend.
If your parent code didn't work, help your parents sign up using their email address.
The Edmodo codes for our classes are as follows; Make sure you choose the correct code for your class!
Science 6 (all sections) is ye9img
Discovery Science 6 (both sections) is da8kpb
Homeroom 6-3 is ma35dh
Discovery Science 7 is bpdnm8
See you next week 6th graders!
Because we have seen each other so much over the last two weeks, I feel like I've known you forever, not just a few days! Don't you think so?
In order to be prepared for next week, you must make sure you are signed up for both Class DoJo and Edmodo. I keep all behavior records via DoJo, and all class information is distributed through Edmodo. (This blog is just for summaries and updates.)
For those of you who cannot create multiple accounts on DoJo, don't worry about it; I will solve the problem this weekend.
If your parent code didn't work, help your parents sign up using their email address.
The Edmodo codes for our classes are as follows; Make sure you choose the correct code for your class!
Science 6 (all sections) is ye9img
Discovery Science 6 (both sections) is da8kpb
Homeroom 6-3 is ma35dh
Discovery Science 7 is bpdnm8
See you next week 6th graders!
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Buenos dias, muchachos!
Welcome to my blog!
Here, you will find class assignments, interesting scientific happenings, and links to scientific resources.
I hope you will take advantage of all these things, as they will be useful during your time in my science class!
Here, you will find class assignments, interesting scientific happenings, and links to scientific resources.
I hope you will take advantage of all these things, as they will be useful during your time in my science class!
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