8 Science

WELCOME to Science 8 (2022-2023)

Homework/Assignments

• Students will write all daily assignments and upcoming test dates on their agendas.
• Weekly assignments and announcements are posted online on Schoology.
  https://arlingtondiocese.schoology.com/
• Students should review vocabulary and daily notes frequently.

Course Description:
Physical Science (Matter, Chemistry, Physics, Energy)
Scientific Inquiry, Atoms & Periodic Tables, Model & Experiments/Labs.

• Unit 1 -> Energy & Matter = Foundations of Chemistry, Atoms & Structure, Periodic Table
• Unit 2 -> Interactions of Matter = Elements & Chemical Bonds, Mixtures, Solubility, Acid/Bases, Changes in Matter
• Unit 3 -> Motion, Waves & Magnetism = Laws of Motion, Work & Simple Machines, Waves, Sound, Electromagnetic Waves, Light, Non-visible light spectrum, Big Bang Theory
• Projects – Science Explorer Project (replaces Science Fair) / TBA.

Resources:

• Textbook = Virginia Grade 8 i-Science, Glencoe
• Digital textbooks = CK12 online

What to Expect:
– More math & critical thinking applications to Science to prepare for H.S.
– Understanding & applying methods of Science to real-world scenarios.
– Connecting Science w/ faith & reason.
– Meet/exceed Science diocese curriculum.

Grading/Assessment:

• Lesson outlines, homework/classwork, Labs
• Class engagement/participation powerpoints
• Chapter tests, quizzes, projects

Required Supplies: Science notebook  w/ 3-hole punch paper.
Laptop for eLearning, journal, calculator, earphones

Assignments – Will be posted for the week.

Homework/Assignments

• Students will write all daily assignments and upcoming test dates in their agendas.
• Digital assignments will be posted online via Schoology and student online accounts.
• Students should review vocabulary and daily notes frequently.