Mr. Herrmann's Science Site

 FAQ

Will my child be dissecting anything in science this year?
Can I still come and join soccer even if I missed the first practice?
How is my child doing in science?
What resources are available for test preparation?
What can I do to help my child learn science concepts?
Why is soccer only available for seventh and eighth graders this year?

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 Will my child be dissecting anything in science this year?
Maybe...the only thing that we dissect is a flower, and that will either be in 7th or 8th grade science this 
year. We will not be doing any animal dissections at any grade level this year.
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 Can I still come and join soccer even if I missed the first practice?
Of course! Soccer practice is scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3-4 p.m. Anyone 
seventh or eighth grader who comes out for soccer will receive playing time. However, you must 
oarticipate in four practices before you may play in a game.
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 How is my child doing in science?
Whenever you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at the school at 465-4561 
extension 164. This will get you to my voicemail where you may leave a message for me. You may also 
click on the mailboxl icon in the upper right-hand corner of my homepage to send me an e-mail. You 
may also e-mail me directly at lherrmann@menands.org.
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 What resources are available for test preparation?
For the Earth Science class, I recommend that students purchase a copy of Barron's "Let's Review Earth 
Science." This book contains short summary passages and multiple Regents questions that students can 
use to help prepare for tests. For general science students "Sciencesaurus" by Great Source Education 
Group is a great reference.
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 What can I do to help my child learn science concepts?
Flashcards are a great resource for learning science. Science concepts are usually closely tied to the 
vocabulary that defines them, and just like learning a new language, knowing science vocabulary will 
help your chuld to more easily learn and excel in the course.
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 Why is soccer only available for seventh and eighth graders this year?
I have limited the team to seventh and eighth graders at this time due to numbers. Last season, 44 
students came out for siccer between fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grade. I am unable to coach a 
soccer team that is so large by myself. Also, I had to split the team into two squads, which really 
limited each player's time on the field, and I really want everyone to get equal playing time as much 
as it is possible this season.
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