Earth and Space Sciences

Open House 2015

What is Earth Science?

Geology :

• the substances that make up the Earth

• the processes that shape it

• how these materials and processes have changed the Earth over time

Meteorology :

• Earth’s atmosphere

• Weather: changes in

– temperature

– air pressure

– humidity

– winds

What is Earth Science?

Oceanography :

• Marine science:

– study currents

– storms

– waves

– ocean floor

– tectonic plates

– Marine ecosystems (life science)

Astronomy :

• Solar System

– sun

– planets

– other: asteroids, moons, comets…

• Universe

– movement

– radio waves

Units of StudyFirst Trimester Second Trimester

Meteorology

Oceanography

Geology

Astronomy

• 3-ring binder with science section clearly marked (for storing science readings)

• Composition notebook for a  interactive science journal

• Blue, black, or red pen and pencils – you may not write in gel pen!

• EMS Planner

• Textbook- workbook

Class materials

BYOD: Bring your own device

• Optional

• Not liable for loss or damage

• Responsible/respectful use Devices• Smart Phone• i-Pad• Tablet• Laptop

Uses

• Research

• Simulations

• Real-time collaboration

• Production

• Assessment

Online resources

School Web Site:• Richland School

District• Enterprise Middle

School– PowerSchool– EMS Library– Adventure Team

• Ms. Poston @ EMS– Earth Science

Other Sites:• Remind.com- texting

service• Text book Access