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    Scarsdale Middle School

    Popham 6 Science
     
    Contact Popham House: (914) 721 - 2640
       
    E-mail: cbrowne@scarsdaleschools.org 
     
    Welcome

    Welcome to 6th grade science! Throughout this year you and I can look forward to many experiences which include but are not limited to the following - getting to know each other, sharing our science excitement and knowledge, learning the art of scientific inquiry, exploring both the known and unknown, many investigations and experiments, projects, presentations, trips, fun, and of course learning about the wonderful world of science. May our science journey begin!
     
     
    Mission Statement

     

    Science is a process of gathering information through precise and accurate investigation, in order to increase one's knowledge of natural phenomena and the unexplained. Sixth grade science introduces students to this investigatory pursuit of knowledge. It is through a process of active and authentic learning techniques that foster a students' inquiry skills, that sixth grade science will open the doors of scientific wonder and exploration to each student.
    ~ Dr. Christi Browne

    Course Outline

    The major topics of study throughout the sixth grade year will be intertwined to show the interdependence of the natural environment and laws of the physical world.

     

    Scientist Training Program

                      - Process and Nature of Science and Inquiry

                          - Scientific Measurement and Equipment   

                      - Data Collection, Analysis, Extrapolation, and Application

                Water - Science Skill Development/ Progression

                   - Water's physical and chemical properties; water’s ecological function

      Investigating Energy and Motion 

                   - Energy transfer and conservation; motion, and momentum (physics of flight, speed, velocity, acc.); Forces, Friction and Gravity

                Earth - Exploring Our Planet 

                   - Earth's Biosphere; Earth’s cycles; Environmental break down; Life on earth; Interaction and Interdependence;Adaptation

       Human Impact

                   - Human ecological impact (negative and positive)

              

             

     
     
     
    Office Hours

    Yes, you're invited to extra help!

    - Office Hours will be offered after school from 2:36pm - 3:25pm Tuesday - Thursday, exception will posted on board
     
    - Students can also meet with Dr. Browne during reading for quick check-ins, questions and clarifications  


     
     
     
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