Welcome to 7th Grade Life Science!

Students in grade 7 are enrolled in a full year course in science in which they will explore and use science processing skills to discover science concepts. Students will employ and sharpen their inquiry and questioning abilities by performing a variety of investigations. Academic rigor will be emphasized in all aspects of the curriculum. Within the study of life science, students will examine concepts from cell biology, genetics, evolution, earth and life history, the structure and function of living systems, as well as physical principles of living systems. Most importantly, students will learn how these topics relate to each other and apply this knowledge to the world outside of school.

Students will keep a scientific notebook and it is recommended that they bring the following supplies to science class daily:

--1 sturdy spiral notebook (you will use this everyday so try to find one that is sturdy: no rip-out pages)
--pencils, pens and highlighter
--colored pencils
--ruler
--glue stick
--**OPTIONAL: USB Drive***

What is Science Olympiad?! Check out The Information Meeting Power Point in my class downloads at the bottom of the page!
More information can be found at http://www.sandiegoso.org/.

I need parents and community members to volunteer to coach events! Please see the Event Coach Info Sheet at the bottom of the page in class downloads. Please consider volunteering! Email me at khardy@sandi.net for more info!!

Volunteer Opportunities:
--Coach an Event: Help prepare students for the competition.
--Event Coordination: Help me schedule students and assign events.
--Event Day Help (February 6, 2010): Help supervise students and or brings snacks.
--Administrative/ Paperwork: Help with classjump updates and emails.
--T-Shirts: Help with T-shirt design and printing.

Standley Middle School
Kimberly Hardy