August 29th

Bell Ringer:  Convert these measurements:
2500mm= ________m
57 km= ________dam
630 cm= _______ mm
Today we began by discussing inferences and then we did a black box activity where students made observations and inferences. Next, we worked on a measurement lab where students practiced taking measurements and converting measurements.  Last of all students completed an Inquiry packet.

August 27th

Bell ringer:  Place in order from largest to smallest:
centi, milli, kilo, hecto, centi, base, deci, deka

Today we talked about metrics and practiced converting metric measurements using this worksheet.  We also discussed the difference between observations and inferences.

Welcome Back to School!

I am excited to meet you!  8th grade science is super fun and I think you will like it.  Here is your first assignment-don't worry it is easy.  You and a parent or guardian need to read my disclosure.  Then you can have your parent email me at jdamarjian@alpinedistrict.org  to let me know that you both read it.  8th grade disclosure