2018-2019

7th Grade Science

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Becky Plankenhorn
Team 7.3  Science

Welcome back to school!  I hope your summer was a refreshing one and that you and your child are looking forward to an exciting first year of middle school.  As the 1st quarter begins, I would like to share some information about Hedrick’s 
7th grade science.

Our studies revolve around the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) covering physical, life, earth sciences and engineering.   

Each day students will be expected to record the following in their planners:  homework, upcoming events, and upcoming tests to study for.  Any classwork not completed in class is expected to be completed at home and returned the following day.  Students will also be checking their grades and recording them weekly in their planner.
My school website also contains class activities, assignments and team information. CHECK IT OUT AT:  plankenhornscience.weebly.com

PAL-Parent Access Link is an online service that allows you to stay informed about your child’s attendance and academic progress.  I encourage you to set up a time, at least once a week, to sit down with your child and review his/her PAL information together.

https://www.medford.k12.or.us/

If your child misses a day of class or needs help 
with an assignment, it is his/her responsibility 
to find out what classwork/practice or 
assessment was missed and/or set up a time with me to help as needed.

Your child is encouraged to retake an assessment if he/she is not proficient on the first try.  Your child is expected to return a parent signed study guide and complete selected classwork in order to sign up for a retake.

I will do my best to help your child understand what they learn and what they still need to learn to become a Proficient Learner.  I look forward to instilling excitement and a sense of wonder in your child throughout this school year.

The three easy steps on How to Pass 7th Grade Science:

SHOW UP.
PAY ATTENTION.
DO YOUR BEST WORK AT ALL TIMES.

Working together, we can ensure that your child will have a successful year at school.  I look forward to a great school year for everyone.
Thank you,		Mrs. Becky Plankenhorn