- Pottsgrove Middle School
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Welcome to Mr. Palladino's Team 6-2 Earth and Space Science Course
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Use this webpage to enhance your educational experience! The site will consist of documents, assignments and announcements that can be used to support and supplement our day to day activities. This particular page will be used to access basic information about the course.
Course Description
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During sixth grade, students will be given the opportunity to delve into the interesting subject of earth and space science, which include the branches of geology, astronomy and meteorology, to name a few. Throughout the school year learners will be challenged to master new vocabulary, respond to thought provoking writing prompts, perform laboratory investigations, create interesting projects, and collaborate with peers, among many other activities. Students will be exposed to many topics that will prepare them for the next level of their educational careers. Topics that we cover will include:1. Scientific Inquiry (The Nature of Science and the Scientific Method)
2. Exploring Earth- The structure and composition of Earth3. Geologic Changes- Earth Dynamics and Plate Tectonics4. Weather and Climate5. Water and Other Resources6. Exploring the Universe- Space and the Solar System
Life Science Course Documents
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True Colors Interest Inventory
Follow the directions on this interest inventory to learn your personality "color". At the end, use the color key page to see if you agree with the color that was selected. I use this activity in the classroom to find out how my students learn best.
Important Links
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Access to Schoology
If you would like to visit my Schoology page for the 2020-21 school year, please click the link below. You will need to obtain a username and password (from the middle school office) or use your child's.