Science Class Weekly Update
Dr. Matheny's 8th Grade Science Classes
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What have we been up to?
The SLO assessment for science class will be this week on Wednesday and Thursday, with makeups on Friday. Please make sure your student is well-rested so they can do their best!
The 8th grade Science SLO covers concepts from quarters 1 and 2, such as the following:
- the scientific inquiry process (formerly, the scientific method) and appropriate methods of data collection
- data patterns in tables and graphs
- chemical and physical changes
- signs/evidence of chemical reactions
- components of chemical reactions (reactants and products)*
- elements vs. compounds vs. mixtures*
These have been the areas of focus for our review, which will continue on Monday and Tuesday. Homework will be light in science until we finish with the SLO assessment.
*not covered in depth during quarter 1 or 2, but currently being reviewed
Share these graphics with your student to help them review!
Physical vs. Chemical Changes
Physical vs. Chemical Changes
Chemical Reactions, Reactants, Products
Elements vs. Compounds
Elements, Compounds & Mixtures
Evidence of Chemical Change
Congratulations to all STEM Fair Participants!
The following students projects moved on to the KMS STEM Fair for judging:
Jasmin A.
DaMonte' B.
Darius C.Simba C.
Shekinah F.
Olivia L.
Drake W.
Amari W.
Results will be announced this week!
Feel free to contact me if you have questions!
Email: maya.matheny@pgcps.org
Website: www.edmodo.com
Location: 65 Herrington Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD, United States
Phone: 3018084060 3018926491