Mr. Friedrich

 

 

Mathematics 6 / 7 / 8

Key Elements Include Homework and Chapter Tests

Supplements Include Labs and Computer Work

6th Grade

 7th Grade

8th Grade

1.       Problem Solving Together

2.       Place-Value Systems and Operations

3.       Decimals and Percent

4.       Applications of Decimals and Percents

5.       Statistics and Graphs

6.       Fractions, ratios, and Proportions

7.       Adding and Subtracting Fractions

8.       Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

9.       Geometry and Patterns

10.   Geometry and Measurement

11.   Integers and the Coordinate Plane

12.   Algebra: Equations and Probability

1.       Problem Solving Together

2.       Number Relationships and Fractions

3.       Fractions and Their Operations

4.       Algebra and Integers

5.       Data Analysis and Statistics

6.       Ratios and Proportions

7.       Percents and Decimals

8.       Geometry in the Plane

9.       Geometry in Space

10.   Algebra: Using Integers

11.   Probability and Discrete Mathematics

12.   Algebra: Equations and Functions

 

1.       Exploring Patterns

2.       Investigations in Algebra

3.       Modeling Integers

4.       Exploring the Language of Algebra

5.       Exploring Data and Graphs

6.       Exploring Number Theory

7.       Rational Numbers and Percents

8.       Proportion, Percent, and Probability

9.       Real Numbers and Inequalities

10.   Geometry Concepts and Spatial Thinking

11.   Congruence, Similarity, and Transformations

12.   Measurements in Geometry

13.   Exploring Linear Equations

14.   Exploring Data and Polynomials

While accomplishing the above, we continue to maintain the basics through simple timed tests.

We also strive for excellence by maintaining a "Wall of Fame", crediting those who successfully attained "team" status for the

Colorado Mathematics League competition.

 

 

 

Science 6 / 7 /8

v     In 6th and 7th grade, each chapter is read and discussed. Our procedure includes note taking, worksheets, study guides, and chapter reviews. These help students prepare for chapter tests. Lab activities are an important part of all students' scientific experiences. 

v     In 8th grade, the topic is explored through experimentation when possible. (Those in red below.) Our procedure includes note prediction, experimentation, observation, and discussion. These activities help students prepare for topic tests.

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade

1.       Earth & Sky

2.       Light & Vision

3.       Sound & Hearing

4.       Describing the Physical World

5.       Matter in Solution

6.       Acids, Bases & Salts

7.       Describing the Living World

8.       Viruses & Simple Organisms

9.       Animal Life

10.   Plant Life

11.   Ecology

12.   Motion

13.   Motion Near Earth

14.   Moving Water

15.   Shaping the Land

16.   Changing Ecosystems

17.   Waves

18.   Earthquakes & Volcanoes

19.   Earth-Moon System

1.       Forces & Pressure

2.       Forces in Earth

3.       Circulation

4.       Work & Energy

5.       Machines

6.       Thermal Energy

7.       Moving the Body

8.       Controlling the Body Machine

9.       Discovering Elements

10.   Minerals & Their Uses

11.   The Rock Cycle

12.   The Ocean Floor & Shore Zones

13.   Energy Resources

14.   Gases, Atoms & Molecules

15.   The Air Around You

16.   Breathing

17.   Basic Units of Life

18.   Chemical Reactions

19.   How Cells Do Their Jobs

1.       Electricity

2.       Magnetism

3.       Electromagnetic Waves

4.       Structure of the Atom

5.       The Periodic Table

6.       Combining Atoms

7.       Molecules in Motion

8.       Weather

9.       Ocean Water & Life

10.   Organic Chemistry

11.   Fueling the Body

12.   Blood: Transport & Protection

13.   Reproduction

14.   Heredity

15.   Moving Continents

16.   Geologic Time

17.   Evolution of Life

18.   Fission & Fusion

19.   The Solar System

20.   Stars & Galaxies

Our Science Fair was held on January 23rd.

Judges for the 6th – 8th grade projects, science teachers & principals from other Catholic schools, commented about how good the projects were. Special congratulations are extended to the fair winners:

 1st place: Kathryn Ferentchak

2nd place: Ryan Haight & Emma Konizeski

3rd place: Cy Waymel

 

From Mr. Friedrich: The Benefits of A Science Fair