Topics Covered:

Unit 1……………Matter

Unit 2……………Properties and Changes in Matter

Unit 3…………...Periodic Table of Elements

Midterm Exam     

Unit 4……………Earth in the Universe

Unit 5….........Inside Dynamic Earth

Unit 6.……………Earth’s Changing Surface

Unit 7…………….Weather & Climate

Final Exam                                              

Standards:  Grades 3-8 Science Learning Standards | New York State Education Department (nysed.gov) 

Required Laboratory Investigations: 

1. “All Mixed Up” – Chemistry
2. “How’s the Weather Up There?” – Earth Science

Grading Policy:

60% - Major (test/major projects)

40% - Minor (Quizzes/Homework/Labs)

Homework Policy:

Homework is assigned to reinforce classroom learning when necessary. Assignments are reviewed in class on the due date. Unless there are exceptional circumstances, late homework cannot be made up.