Lindley Sixth Grade Academy

Earth Science Syllabus (2015-2016)

Teacher: James Neal
Phone: 770-835-5678

Email: James.neal@cobbk12.org Blog:

www.nealearthscience.weebly.com
Textbook: Holt Science and Technology, Earth Science (Replacement cost: $ 70.95)
Course Description Earth Science is primarily the study of our planet, Earth. We
will explore the composition of the Earth, how it is constantly changing, and the forces
that cause these changes.
We will examine the dynamic processes of the Earths interior, surface, oceans,
atmosphere, and the hydrosphere. We will also study what causes Earths seasons,
the moon cycle, tides, and currents.
We will conclude by studying our solar system and the Milky Way galaxy.
Course Topics and Timeline
Dates
(Estimat
e)

Aug
Sept
(7 weeks)

Oct
Nov
(4 weeks)

Nov
Dec
(7 weeks)

Jan Feb
(5 weeks)

Feb
Mar
(5 weeks)

Mar
Apr
(6 weeks)

Apr
May
(1 week)

May
(1 week)

Topics
Rock and compositions
Classification of rocks
Rock formation processes
Fossil evidence
Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
Soil
Human activity/erosion
Conserving natural resources
Earths crust, mantle, and core
Plate Tectonics
Earths water
Factors affecting water cycle
Subsurface topography
Currents, waves & tides
Climate and Weather: Tilt of the Earth
Unequal Heating of land and water
Oceans moisture and Evaporation
Astronomy: Historical Models, Solar
System
Planets, Gravity: Earth, Moon, and Sun,
Tides
Asteroids and Comets. Milky Way
Galaxy
Culminating project: Earths Cycles
Rock Cycle, Earth Layers, , Plate
Tectonics,
Water Cycle, Moon Cycle
Impact of the biosphere, Conserving
Resources
Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy,
Human Impact, Life Science preview

Grading
Grade Weight
Scale
Percentages
90
Summative
40
A
(Test and
100
%
Projects)
80 B
Formative
89
35
(Quizzes,
74 %
C
Classwork)
79
25
Independent
70 D
Practice
%
73
00 Important
Dates
F
69
1st 6 week progress
Sept 11
report
Aug 13

1st semester pre-test

Oct 15

1st semester mid term

Nov 6

2nd 6 week progress

report

Dec 18

End of 1st Semester

Dec 10
Jan 8

1st Semester Final

Exam
1st Semester report
card

Jan 14

2nd Semester pre-test

Feb 26

4th 6 week report card

Mar 10
April 15
May 12

2nd Semester mid

term
5th 6 weeks report
card
Cumulative Final
Exam

Daily Class requirements

Students must 2 composition note books for the year.

Students must have at least 2 pencils/pens each day.
Glue sticks, colored pencils, and scissors
The Agenda must be used as a hall pass and recording homework.

Conduct Grades The following are the standards for determining conduct grades
throughout the school.
S

Satisfactory

Consistently follows school rules and does not interfere with the
learning of others.

Needs
Improvemen
t

Causes minor class disruptions. Only requires verbal warnings to

correct misbehaviors.

Unsatisfacto
ry

Consistently causes classroom disruptions that interfere with the

learning of others. Generally does not correct misbehaviors even after
warnings.

Make-Up Procedure for Absence or Suspension Students will be given the

number of days absent plus one day to make up classwork. Suspension assignments
will be ready for pick-up at the main office no later than one day after the suspension.
Tutoring: There will be tutoring available before school on Thursday from 8:15-9:00
by appointment. Call or E-mail to set up and appointment.
Discipline: Students are expected to adhere to the rules and policies of Lindley Sixth
Grade Academy and Cobb County as stated in the student agenda.
School Info e-mail: cobbk12.org/lindley6; phone: 770-819-2414; address: 1550
Pebblebrook cir.
Note: This Syllabus is a general outline of the course and is subject to modification.
If you need to contact me, the best way is through E-MAIL. You can also call 770835-5678
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requirements for this class.
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