Mr. Donovan's 8th Grade Science: Exploring the Wonders of Science
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Welcome to Mr. Donovan's 8th-grade science class! Explore lab safety, the scientific method, and more. Classroom expectations include demonstrating trustworthiness, respect, and responsibility. Contact for extra help and visit the website for curriculum details.
Mr. Donovan's 8th Grade Science: Exploring the Wonders of Science
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8th Grade Science Mr. Donovan Rm 2359
About Me • Professional • 13 years teaching science • 6th year at Thompson • Personal • 4 Children • 1 girl • 3 boys
About Your Student • “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Classroom Expectations • Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character • 1. Trustworthiness • 2. Respect • 3. Responsibility • 4. Fairness • 5. Caring • 6. Citizenship
Consequences • STEP • Detention • Referral
Daily Classroom Materials • Students should bring these things to class each day Science Binder Pencils Planner • The following items are needed for the classroom: • Kleenex (especially this) • Hand Sanitizer • Clorox Wipes • Any donation of these items is greatly appreciated. • Visit www.Teacherlists.com
8th Grade Science Curriculum Lab Safety Scientific Method Interactions of Matter & the Periodic Table Electricity and Magnetism Weather Astronomy Technological Design: Rocket Lab
Website Go to Thompson > Academics > Eighth Grade Click on John Donovan
Classwork and Grades • All work not completed in class will be homework and due the following day. • There are weekly classroom activities, notes, labs, and quizzes. • Grading Scale • A 90-100 • B 80-89 • C 70-79 • D 60-69 • F Below 60
Test Retake • Students will be allowed to retake one test per quarter. • Must be done before or after school • Better score will be used
Extra Help • Before School • Most mornings 7:30-7:55 • After School • Availability varies • Contact me to set up date and time
Classroom Expectations • Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character • 1. Trustworthiness • 2. Respect • 3. Responsibility • 4. Fairness • 5. Caring • 6. Citizenship
Contact information • Phone 630-636-2670 • Email • jdonovan1006@oswego308.org