December Newsletter

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 8th Grade Science                                                               Mrs. Kredens

In the first week of December, the students will be finishing Chapter 5C,

"Changes Over Time."  This chapter explained Darwin's scientific discoveries and

theories  that evolved from his trip in 1831.  Last week, Mrs. Frett gave a presentation

about her trip to the Galapagos Islands.   Mrs. Frett's descriptions of her trip were very interesting to the students.

            The next unit will be in a new text of the series, From Bacteria to Plants. 

In Chapter 1A, the students will be learning about the classification of living things.  They will also cover the different theories as to how life started on earth.  In the following chapter, the students will begin their study of viruses and bacteria.  These units follow the Archdiocesan science curriculum.

            For the science invention fair, the students have finished their surveys and are graphing their results in computer classes.  The due dates for science class this month include:

Thursday, Dec. 4th-A typed paragraph description of the marketing technique is due.

Wednesday, Dec. 17th for science class-A conclusion written for each survey question is due.  This must be typed.

            The students should be working on their display board and should be  finishing their prototype.  The students will receive handouts about how to set up their final report.  They will also receive the criteria for their presentation in science class and for the judges.

            The students will know before Christmas when they will be giving their January presentations in class.  Presentations will begin Wednesday, January 7th.  The students must have their final report, display board, and prototype completed for their presentations in class.

Merry Christmas!