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8 th Grade Accelerated Science (IPC)

8 th Grade Accelerated Science (IPC). Robyn Carstens. 13 th year at HMS, 20 th in education. Bachelor of Science - Biology. Will challenge your child explore, learn and grow in science. Robyn Carstens. Science Department Chair.

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8 th Grade Accelerated Science (IPC)

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  1. 8th Grade Accelerated Science (IPC) Robyn Carstens

  2. 13th year at HMS, 20th in education Bachelor of Science - Biology Will challenge your child explore, learn and grow in science Robyn Carstens Science Department Chair Organic Gardening, Sustainable Living and recycling “nut” Daughter, 15, Sophomore at CHHS Son, 18, freshman at UTA studying electrical engineering

  3. Course Content Accelerated Science • 1 year ahead • Curriculum is High School curriculum • Also known as IPC (Integrated Physics and Chemistry) • Will receive High School Credit • Preparing students for AP courses at the high school level • Topics • Intro to Chemistry (Semester I) • Intro to Physics (Semester II)

  4. Digital Classroom • Our classroom is part of the GCISD Digital Classroom Pilot Project • Teaching and learning will look different • Some assignments will be different • Students need access to technology • Arrangements need to be made to complete assignments during Stampede and/or before/after school if not access at home • Communication and flexibility will be a key component for success

  5. Journaling • Reflected in changes in the state curriculum • Research shows that students are better prepared and achieve higher on standardized tests • Journaling and reflection will be a large focus in science this year

  6. Website • Please visit the class website for information • If you have not filled out the online Laboratory Safety Agreement, Technology User Agreement and Technology survey please do so NO LATER THAN FRIDAY

  7. Communication • I will email a Weekly Newsletter on Thursday or Friday each week • Weekly lesson plans and homework on website as well • Will update on website if I make changes • Will also encorporateEdmodo and/or Project Share

  8. Communication • Follow me on Twitter: @ rcarstens_gcisd • Find me on Facebook: Robyn Carstens - Science

  9. Skyward • Please check grades often • An asterisk (*) does not mean the assignment is missing • If it is missing there the grade will be a zero

  10. STAAR Test • Wednesday, April 24, 2013 • Very important that your child is present • Benchmarks and tutorials in preparation

  11. Calculators • It is not required to purchase a calculator for your student • Class sets are available for use at school • If you are considering purchasing, I would recommend the TI 84-Plus or the TI 84-Plus Silver Edition • Cost is around $120 • Please have them leave their personal calculator at home

  12. Questions or Concerns? • Please fill out a card and I will contact you • Or send me an email • I’m looking forward to a great year with your kids!

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