Science

Assignments support mastering the California Science  standards for sixt grade: Earth Science.

o    Science (2:00 – 2:55 PM daily, M, T, W, & F for 1st trimester)
We start right away by studying heavily in Science; a heavier emphasis is placed on Science at the start of the year. In sixth grade science, we study Earth Science, which includes earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain formations, climate, erosion, deposition, as well as Earth’s ocean, especially the depths.

The first chapter test is on Day 8: Wednesday, September 2; the tests are usually found to be difficult. We will be taking the chapters out of order somewhat. The first chapter to study deals with volcanoes. Note-taking skills will be emphasized; home study of each lesson is essential to mastery.

Science Fair Project

A Science Fair Project is required for each student, and must be presented in class. It will be at least 25% of the grade for the trimester in which it falls.