September 18, 2014

Welcome to Mrs. Jacob’s

8th Grade Science

Classroom!

• The goals for Back-to-School Night:– To help you understand the work your child will be doing throughout the school

year.

– To explain student expectations

– To share information about how you can support your child’s learning.

• I believe that each child is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, and socially. As an educator, I desire to help students meet their fullest potential in these areas.

• I understand that each student may have a different learning style, and I hope to give the children the tools they need to be successful.

• I will incorporate projects, group work, individual work, and hands-on learning in order to make students active learners.

Welcome Parents!

• Physical Science-Energy-Force-Motion-Matter

• Earth Science-Earth systems, structures, and processes and its place in the Solar System and Universe

8th Grade Curriculum:

• Composition Notebook or Journal

• Three ring binder with loose-leaf paper

• Planner

•Writing instrument

Materials

• Come to class prepared with all required materials and a good attitude

• Turn in all assignments

• Use planner to record daily activities

• Promptly make up work after absences

• Check grades online regularly

• Study hard for tests and quizzes.

What students should do to get a good grade (3+):

• Be in your seat ready to work when the bell rings

• Be prepared by bringing required materials

• Be respectful to yourself, classmates, teachers, and guest teachers

• Be honest in your work

• Be involved and ask questions

These classroom expectations are in line with the school-wide Lancer Way expectations of respect, responsibility, integrity, and excellence

Classroom Expectations

• I am from India. I have lived in Dubai, U.A.E. and different parts of the U.S.

• I am married and we have 2 grown children

• I have a Master’s Degree in Science and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from India. I am a WA state certified middle school science teacher.

• While in Dubai, I taught high school students for 9 years. In Washington state, I have been in the field of education for the past 4 years.

A little bit about me……..

• Room 312

(I share this room with 7th grade social studies classes)

• Science labs will be conducted in Room 411

• mercy.jacob@rentonschools.us

• (425)204-4365

Contact Information:

Questions?