Course Syllabus
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Mrs. Douglas Fifth Grade Science 903-872-3979 Conference: 9:30 - 10:15am |
"Hello and welcome to Fifth Grade Science!
I'm Mrs. Douglas and this is my second year at Collins but I've taught Science for fourteen years. I'm excited about getting back to school and the many new opportunities we have for learning. We have some great things planned that I know you will love! I'm looking forward to meeting you in class and online!"
The study of science for fifth grade will follow the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills or TEKS encompassing the three domains of science: physical, life, and earth. Examples of topics students can expect to study include: properties of matter and energy, organisms and environments, earth structures and space including the Earth, Sun, Moon system. The course will incorporate scientific investigation and reasoning processes.
Students will be required to take the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness or STAAR for 5th grade science as mandated by the State.
Speak with respect to teacher and peers.
Come to class on time, ready to learn and with all necessary materials.
Interruptions are not tolerated. Raise your hand to speak.
Exercise safety and caution when conducting experiments.
No food or drink in the lab. No horseplay.
Check work carefully. Pay attention to details and directions.
Explore ideas and concepts. Ask questions to find the right answers.
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Daily Grades = 50% JumpStarts, Quizzes, Discussion Boards and various other in class and online activities Test Grades = 50% Unit Tests, Labs, Projects |
Grades: The minimum number of grades per nine weeks is 16 grades. Students will be required to make test corrections with a score of less than 70. Absent: When you are absent, you are required to check Canvas and/or with teacher for make up assignments. Missed labs will be made up as directed by teacher during recess or electives or an assigned equivalent virtual lab. |
| 7:45-7:55 | WIN |
| 7:55-9:30 | 1st Rotation |
| 9:30-10:15 | Computer, Art, Music or PE |
| 10:15-11:05 | Tiger Time |
| 11:05-11:35 | Lunch |
| 11:35-12:15 | Recess |
| 12:15-2:45 | 2nd Rotation |
| 2:45-3:15 | 3rd Rotation |