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Welcome to 6th Grade Earth Science!

Welcome to 6th Grade Earth Science with Ms. Paulson!
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Hello! Welcome scholars and their families to a new school year!
 
My name is Gina Paulson and I am super excited to begin my third year at The ASK Academy teaching 6th grade Earth Science. Although newer to ASK, this school year marks nearly 19 years as a teacher and 3 years as an assistant, in all 22 years in education. My experience includes work at the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind, The Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, Groner K-8 School, and most recently Cielo Azul Elementary with Rio Rancho Public Schools.  
 
It was my time at Groner K-8, in Hillsboro, Oregon, that I strengthen and developed my love of teaching science. This amazing, tiny school became one of the first schools in their district to develop a STEAM program and I had the honor of being a part of the beginning stages working directly with the students and the community creating an agricultural based STEAM program that serves K-8th grade. This incredible school left an indelible mark on my heart and The ASK Academy reminds me a great deal of my dear old school. I look forward to developing new relationships here and I am excited
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 to be here!
 
Science is a passion of mine and I am so lucky to witness your joy in observing, exploring, and learning all about the world around us. 
 

Always Question, Always Wonder

 

Unit 1: The Scientific Method is underway! Check Google Classroom daily, for lessons and access to materials. 

 

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Science the week of November 7-10, 2022

The time has finally arrived....SCIENCE FAIR! I am excited to see all the hard work and effort you put into your presentations. Also this week, slight change in the daily schedule for Tuesday and Thursday, let me explain:
  • Monday is Science Fair presentations to Ms. Paulson and your class. Today will be all about your presentation, this includes a final grade from me and feedback before the fair on Thursday. You must be ready to present, this is your grade. My doors will open early for you to drop off your board before 1st so you don't have to lug it around all day. 😉Tuesday- VIRTUAL DAY AT HOME. I will post your final check-in/reflection in Google Classroom at your usual class time. Work on finalizing those details before Thursday. 
  • Wednesday- Prep for the fair day. A variety of items is on the agenda today to prep for the fair tomorrow. We will be walking through the schedule and identify what room you will present in. 
  • Thursday- SCIENCE FAIR!!! So exciting, the time is here! You are ready for this! Periods 1-5 will have their usual class time, then around 1:30, we will begin setting up and scholars will head to an assigned room. Fair begins at 2 and is targeted to end by 5 at the latest. Scholars must have at least 3 judged submissions before leaving. Questions? Please email or ask me before Thursday with questions. 
🧑‍🔬 Still need judges too...share this link with the adults in your life to volunteer. Invite your families to attend.  

Science the week of October 31- November 3, 2022

  Last day of the month to the first, here comes November everyone! This week is a "2 for 2", as I am calling it. Two days are focused on labs and the other two days are devoted to science fair. Here's a look:
  • Let's see scholars, we are learning about matter and it's Halloween....so what shall we do??? Make slime?!?! OK! Wear your lab gear and come prepared to make a special slime. Time to talk polymers! 🧪🎃
  • Model those molecules Tuesday! 3D time, let's make some molecules. 🧑‍🔬 *Molecules Lab due 11/1
  • Wednesday and Thursday are work time on your science fair projects. Please come prepared to work on some aspect of your project from your writing components, your speech and presentations, and decorating your board. This cannot be an idle time saying you have nothing to work on. Bring something. 😉

   This Friday, I will open up my class for space to work on science fair projects and have a few helpers. You got this! I'm here for you, take the lead.  

*If you are at home learning, be sure to check Google Classroom daily, for access to your work for the day. Email if you have questions and be sure to follow up when you return. 

Science the week of October 24-27, 2022

  It is RED RIBBON WEEK! ❤ All sorts of celebrations this week and opportunities to dress up, check the post with the details. The PTE continues with a deeper look and understanding on how to read and locate the elements. 
  • Groups and Periods? Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids? What is this all about and how it connects to the periodic table of elements. 
  • Science Fair work day, again. The countdown is here....only 2 weeks left until the 11/7 due date of your project then the fair is only a few days after on the 10th! Be ready! 
  • Review the first half of unit 2 and time to show what you know; check in quiz on atoms, molecules, and elements. Quiz on Wednesday
  • Binder check on Wednesday- triple check that all components are completed and accurate. 
**If you are at home learning, be sure to check Google Classroom daily for access to all of the work etc. Follow up by getting your work done, email me with questions, or pop in on Friday for additional support. 

Science the week of October 17-20, 2022

Loving the rain ☔ and change in temperature! The weather is amazing, be sure to get outside (safely) and observe the seasonal changes. What do you notice? Here is our focus this week:
  • Monday- Matter Vocabulary- Speaking in "science" terms and applying these terms...matter! 😆 Assignment: Matter Vocabulary Packet and Element, Compounds & Mixture color sheet due 10/19
  • Tuesday- Molecule interactions, an opportunity to review gaming style! Assignment: Legends of Learning: Molecules & Compounds 🎮 due 10/20 make sure all sections are completed to receive full credit. 😉
  • Wednesday- time for you first of two CHECKPOINTS for science fair. Check Google Classroom for details and let me know where you are at on your project. Class time today to work on your project. 
  • Thursday- The Periodic Table of Elements exploration continues with a little history on the develop of the PTE and we discuss the arrangement. 
*If you are at home learning, be sure to check Google Classroom daily in an effort to keep up and stay connected. Email if you have any questions. 
 
**Special Note for Monday-Wednesday- I will be on bereavement leave and return on Thursday. 

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On Wednesday we will be celebrating Unity Day.  All scholars can wear orange as we take a stand against Bullying!  This includes shirts, pants, socks, and shoes.  Be creative! Scholars at not allowed to wear shorts, hats, or open-toed shoes! 

Science the week of October 10-13, 2022 SLATE WEEK

Hello and welcome to SLATE week and it just so happens to also be Spirit Week! Double the fun!! 😀 The schedule is posted on my site and attached here. No Friday support this week due to SLATE. 
  • Monday (in person all day, regular schedule)
    • Counting Atoms- the next step after HONC1234
    • Time to review those atoms via Quizzizz, see what you learned. 👍
  • Tuesday (in person all day, regular schedule) Building up to elements time. What is an element and what is the Periodic Table of Elements all about? Time to find out peeps! 👀
  • Wednesday 8 am-12:00 pm (virtual day Period 1-3 only/SLATE afternoon) We will meet briefly for attendance and a quick check-in before work time on your science fair project. *I will remain online for additional support. 
  • Thursday 8 am-12:00 pm (in-person Period 5-7 only/SLATE afternoon) Question and a QuickDraw #2. Be prepared to share your science fair questions. 
*If you are at home, be sure to check Google Classroom daily and check in with me. You should also work n your science fair project while at home if permitted.  

Science the week of October 3-5, 2022

Well, Hello October! The weather is changing and the balloons are all up and out! This week we have class Monday-Wednesday, followed by our Fall Break for Thursday and Friday (no school), let's roll! 🍂
  • Atoms, the building block of life as we know it. We will be learning all about the history of the atomic model over the years and how we come to learn so much about one of the tiniest part of life. Assignment: Atomic Theory Timeline: due Wednesday 10/5
  • Atoms and molecules on Tuesday, now we get bigger and start to "build" from our atoms lesson. Joke time: What did the molecule say to the atom after he got in trouble? I’ve got my ion you. 😜
  • Wednesday work day for your science fair project. Be sure to be prepared to work on your project, make a goal of finalizing your idea and get approval to begin experimenting. Can't just sit there because your experiment is "at home", there is always something to do. 👍
**If you are at home learning, be sure to check Google Classroom daily as I post everything there. Email if you have questions and follow up when you return to school. 

Science the week of September 26-29, 2022

Um, where did September go to exactly? Wow, this month flew by! It's the last week of the month already and we are wrapping up our class experiments, launching the science fair, and starting unit 2. Lots happening!
  • Reflection time, how did you do on your science test last week? We will take some time to reflect and review Unit 1: The Scientific Method
  • Share out of class experiments, did you see P2 & P7's water sample? It's super clear, nice work! 👍
  • Science Fair for 6th grade has been approved and it's go time! Details and the official launch this week. Check out the details. 👀
  • Unit 2: Matter pretest and explorations 
***And, as usual, my weekly message to those learning at home....be sure to check Google Classroom daily. I post the classwork and additional support/information to help you stay up to date as you can. Email me with questions, I'm always here to help. 

Science the week of September 19-22, 2022

🤗 Hey there, how is school going for you? Be sure to check in often with your project managers, we are here to help you. This week is Final Week for Unit 1: The Scientific Method, let's rock 'n roll. 
  • Review days, follow up with our experiment, and studying like crazy is our big focus this week. Check that you have all your assignments turned in and you are studying each night for your quiz on Thursday. 
  • Assignment on Tuesday: SM Task Cards due by Thursday. 
  • Review day on Wednesday, check that you bring your binder too. Last day to turn in any work for Unit 1 is this Friday 9/23/22
  • Thursday- End of Unit 1 Test. Have your binder ready! 
**If you are at home learning, please check Google Classroom daily, as ll the assignments and work are available there. Contact me if you need help. 
 
Unit 2: Matter, begins next week. 😉
 

Science the week of September 12-15, 2022

🍂 This month is starting to fly by already, wow! This week is unique, with testing and an adjusted schedule, but no worries, we got this! On Tuesday and Wednesday, we have iMSSA testing both in ELA and Math and scholars will begin in their FC class from 8-10:00 AM then follow an abbreviated schedule the remainder of the day. 
  • Monday: Well, what results did we get during our experiment last week? Time to analyze the data and develop a conclusion. 🧪 Is this water safe to drink? 
  • A new "Quick Draw" activity and team collaboration opportunities during those shorter class times. 
  • Assignment this week: Conclusion of class experiment. This will be on paper or typed, details in Google Classroom this Thursday. Due 9/20
  • Also end of the unit preparation is underway, I will post a study guide for your upcoming test on 9/21. It is important to review the steps to the Scientific Method. Let me know if I can help. 
If you are at home learning, be sure to check Google Classroom each day for a posting to the lesson. Email me if you need help or if you would like to set up a Google Meet until you return to the building. 🧑‍🏫

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