WELCOME!
Seventh Grade Science
Miss. Kallay
A LITTLE ABOUT ME…
My family and I have been a part of the
Westerville Community for over 50 years
 I graduated from Youngstown State University
with my Bachelor of Science in Middle Childhood
Education
 Currently going to school to get my Masters of
Arts in Special Education at Otterbein University
 I am very excited to be teaching both math and
science this year
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Study of the Earth's hydrologic cycle, patterns
that exist in atmospheric and ocean currents, the
relationship between thermal energy and the
currents, and the relative position and movement
of the Earth, sun and moon.
 Understanding of the empirical evidence for the
arrangement of atoms on the Periodic Table of
Elements, conservation of mass and energy, and
the transformation and transfer of energy.
 Study of the impact of matter and energy
transfer within the biotic component of
ecosystems.
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ORGANIZATION IS KEY
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Science Fusion
We do have a book, but will be used as a supplement to the
curriculum
 Will have the ability to leave in the classroom, but able to
take home if needed
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Binder (Notebook) will consist of 4 sections:
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1 Important Information
2 Warm-ups
3 current unit of study
4 graded assignments and assessments
To ensure organization and materials are maintained, this
will be graded once or twice a quarter
I have found the students’ notebook organization can
directly affect your scores on tests/quizzes and
projects
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Will be referred to throughout the year
GRADES
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Summative Assessments 60%
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Checkpoints 30%
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This will be checked twice every quarter; around the interim and at the end of the quarter
I have found that your notebook organization can directly affect their scores on tests/quizzes
and projects
Science in the News 5%
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In science class this year we will conduct several labs and activities
Failure to follow the rules can result in loss of credit and/or the privilege of taking part in
these activities.
Some, but not all, of the labs will be recorded as a grade (checkpoint or summative
assessment)
Science Notebook 5%
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Checkpoints will be given along the way to ensure understanding.
These could be in the form of take home assignments, quizzes, projects, and labs.
Labs
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At the end of every unit of study, a test, paper, or project will be given or collected
Every quarter, the students will be finding a science article that goes along with the topic we
are currently learning or have learned in science class. You will write a summary of the
article using vocabulary from your notes, explain how the article applies to what is or has
been learned in science class, and present to the class.
Homework 0%
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Homework will be checked for completeness (not correctness) on the first school day after the
assignment is given.
Homework needs to be organized, neat, reasonable, correct (after class review), and should
have questions and comments marked to improve future work.
Two or more incomplete assignments may result in a warning/after school detention.
WEBSITE THROUGH DISTRICT’S WEBSITE
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I have created a website through the district’s
website. You will be able to find announcements,
important information, assignments, and notes
from the class. Directions: Go to
http://www.wcsoh.org/, scroll over “Our Schools,”
scroll over middle schools, and click Genoa. On
the left side of the screen, click on teacher
websites. Find me (Kallay) and click on my name.
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I will demonstrate this for you
Great if Absent
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I will e-mail information if requested
KEEPING TRACK OF YOUR STUDENT
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Check the logbook often
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Communication about homework, assignments,
important information about class, and homework
completion
Check PowerSchool frequently
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I post graded assessments and comment under
assignments (allowed to make-up, one-on-one help…)
COMMUNICATION IS KEY
I am here to help your student succeed. Please
call or email if you ever have any questions or
concerns
Voicemail number: (614) 797-8911
Email address: KallayJ@wcsoh.org (this is the best
way to contact me)