FAQ

St. Francis Xavier School
  1. I lost my science lab report template. What should I do?
  2. Do you have a copy of welcome letter with class procedure?
  3. Vacations?



I lost my science lab report template. What should I do?

You can print out this one that I posted here.                   

                      SCIENCE LAB REPORT TEMPLATE
NAME______________________________________________________________
__________
LAB EXPERIMENT 
TITLE___________________________________________________________
LAB 
DATE______________________________________________________________
________
INTRODUCTION: (What do you expect to learn? What is the purpose 
of this lab?)

HYPOTHESIS: (Predict the outcome(s) of the experiment. Use ifthen 
format. 
For example, if I only water this plant once per month, then it 
will become 
brown.)

MATERIALS: (List all equipments and materials used for this lab. 
List the 
name and amount of each item used.)

PROCEDURES: (What steps did you take to accomplish this lab 
assignment? 
Please list every step.)

DATA RECORDING: (Record the data that is required at each step of 
the lab: 
tables, charts, graphs, sketches, etc.)

DISCUSS AND ANALYZE: (Explain data in words. Discuss what 
happened in the 
lab. Give details on anything that went wrong and why you think 
that 
happened.)

CONCLUSION: (What did you learn? What conclusions can you draw 
from results 
of this lab? Compare the results of the experiment with your 
hypothesis

Important: This is a lab report template. That means that you use 
it as a 
guide for writing your lab reports all year. It is not to be 
written on. You 
must keep it in your science folder and not lose it. Your lab 
reports must 
be written neatly or typed answering each of the sections 
completely for 
full credit.
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Do you have a copy of welcome letter with class procedure?

Yes, please refer to this.


                                                   August 28, 2009
Dear Math/Science Students and Parents:
	Welcome Back! I hope you had a wonderful, restful summer. 
I will be your teacher for math and science this year. 
     	For Math, we will be using the Holt Series. These texts 
must be kept covered at all times. We will be reviewing the 
Summer Math Packet, which students were to complete over the 
summer. It will count for a grade. Everyone should have received 
a supply list with tools needed for math including a calculator, 
protractor, ruler, and lots of pencils. Mechanical pencils are 
preferred. I do not accept math written in pen. I begin the 45 
minute class discussing, correcting, and collecting the previous 
day’s homework. Then I teach a new lesson and answer any 
questions. Next you are given a textbook and workbook assignment. 
There may also be worksheets or packets. You usually have time to 
make a good start on this and complete the rest as homework. It 
also gives you a chance to ask me to explain anything you don’t 
understand. 
     	I want you to come to me for help if you need it. Do not 
be afraid to ask. There is a test at the end of every chapter and 
occasional quizzes. It is important that you know your 
multiplication tables. Students who have not memorized their math 
facts by sixth grade seem to have more difficulties as the math 
gets more complex in the middle school grades. I will be 
available on certain days after school until 3:00. You must come 
prepared with specific questions from math and science with which 
you are having a difficult time. I am here to help those students 
who are having problems understanding key concepts in those 
subjects. I will post the day at school and on my website. 
For Science, we will be using the Glencoe Science Voyages Series. 
These texts must be kept covered at all times. I also ordered the 
Scholastic ScienceWorld Magazine. Everyone must have a wire-bound 
spiral college-ruled notebook for note taking. These will be 
checked often and you will be graded. Make sure you pay close 
attention, and take good notes during class. If you are absent, 
you can get the notes from a classmate or see me. I begin the 45 
minute class discussing, correcting, and collecting the previous 
day’s homework. We read and discuss the material in class and you 
are responsible for taking notes in your science notebooks. You 
will be given section assessments and reinforcement worksheets to 
start in class and complete as homework. Chapter Tests will be 
given at the end of chapters and there will be occasional 
quizzes. We will also have labs. Everyone will receive a lab 
report template which you will keep as a sample guide for the 
whole year. The Science Fair is a very exciting event and will 
take place in January. Science Fair packets will be distributed 
in November with complete details and requirements. This allows 
plenty of time for a terrific project. 
	Thursday will be our computer day and I will teach both 
Math and Science in the computer lab. This will begin in October. 
The most important rule in the lab is to refrain from talking and 
pay close attention. Only pencils are allowed in the lab. We will 
visit websites, go on web quests, and complete interesting 
assignments. It will be a new and exciting way to learn math and 
science and I know you will enjoy computer day.
	 Homework is a very important part of the learning 
process in middle school. My rules for homework are simple. 
Complete the assignment properly and on time to receive full 
credit.   Homework assignments are due on the assigned due date.  
Homework will be checked prior to class discussion. If homework 
assignments are not passed in when due, the student receives a 
zero homework grade. Three zero homework grades and 
parents/guardians will be notified.
  	Students who are absent will be given time to make up 
missed assignments. It is your responsibility to ask me for 
missed work when you return to school. When students take 
vacations that are not on scheduled school vacation dates, they 
will not be given homework prior to leaving. The homework is 
posted on the website on a daily basis. Homework will have to be 
made up upon their return (Handbook page 8). Daily assignments 
are written on the homework board and you need to copy them in 
your student planner.  I also post to my website. To access this 
online, go to www.sfxacushnet.org. Click on assignments then 6, 
7, 8 math science. On the left, homework is listed. Click on 
homework to see math and science homework assignments. I also 
will post upcoming tests to give you ample time to study.  My 
email address is nforsblom@sfxacushnet.org. 
	The best way to have a successful year is to complete 
homework assignments on time, study for tests early, and stay 
organized. Be aware of the No Backsies Rule. Once you leave a 
class to travel to your next teacher, you cannot return to your 
homeroom for forgotten items. It is very disruptive to have 
students return to rooms once the bell has rung and learning has 
begun. Another important rule to remember is to respect your 
classmate’s right to learn. Socializing during class will cause 
you both to miss key information. You have lots of time to talk 
during break, lunch, and before and after school. 
	I am looking forward to a fun and exciting academic year. 
Please do not hesitate to ask me for help. I am here to teach and 
I know you will enjoy your time in my class. Let’s get busy. 

Sincerely,
       Mrs. Forsblom
 
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Vacations?

When students take vacations that are not on scheduled school 
vacation 
dates, they will not be given homework prior to leaving. The 
homework is 
posted on the website on a daily basis. Homework will have to 
made up upon 
their return. Handbook page 8
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