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Curriculum Night. September 11, 2014. Contact Information. Emily Loerakker Phone: (847)566-9384 Ext. 1141 E-mail: eloerakker@fsd79.org Website. About Me. - - 9 years at Fremont Middle School -15 years teaching -B.S. University of Evansville - M.S. Ed. Winona State University.
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Curriculum Night September 11, 2014
Contact Information • Emily Loerakker • Phone: (847)566-9384 Ext. 1141 • E-mail: eloerakker@fsd79.org • Website
About Me --9years at Fremont Middle School -15 years teaching -B.S. University of Evansville -M.S. Ed. Winona State University
Units of Study • Lab Skills • Cells and Heredity • Frog Dissection • Forces and Energy • Water and the Atmosphere • Weather and Climate • Chemical Interactions
State Standards • Implementation of Next Generation Science Standards • Performance-based • Connections to Common Core Standards in Math and English Language Arts
Online Access to Textbook • Go to www.myscienceonline.com • Each student will have a username and password. • Opportunity for extra practice or extension of learning.
Grading Policies • Homework: 20% • Labs/Daily Work: 25% • Tests/Quizzes: 25% • Projects: 20% • Participation: 10% • Late work: Must be turned in on or before test date for unit. • Items handed in after their due date will be credited 50% of their earned value. • Extra Credit will be offered, but will not make up for persistent late or incomplete work.
Class Resources • Question and answer time during class time is provided. • Students may get pass to come to my class during advisory on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday. • Check homework center when absent for description of class period and homework. • Utilize the class website.
Getting Help • I am committed to assisting all students and supporting those who need additional assistance, accommodations or modifications. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.