Mala Panday, Principal

150-91 87th Road

Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

Hello TYWLS Families,

My name is Ms. Davis and I will be teaching your TYWLS student science this year.
I grew up in Latham, NY and went to Drexel University for my undergraduate degree. As a
chemical engineer, I learned and practiced science from a corporate standpoint and moved to
teaching in 2002 at the elementary level. In 2010, I began teaching science at the middle school and
college levels.
Our lessons will align to the Common Core Learning Standards focusing on R1. citing textual
evidence to support claims, W2. writing informative texts, including procedures and processes and
problem solving. Throughout the year, students will complete assessments in the form of quizzes,
tests, skits, and science projects. This, along with their classroom participation and homework will all
serve to calculate science grades. To help our students succeed I have created a science website
that will supplement the textbook. We also utilize Edmodo, a class networking site, which will aid in
student academic growth as well.
During class time I expect all students to be prepared, daily with their science notebook, folder,
writing utensil, and any homework assigned. I expect that each student will do her best to succeed in
and outside of class. If extra help is needed, I offer tutoring on Tuesdays from 2:20pm-2:55pm
If you need to contact me for any reason please call the school or e-mail me at:

(718) 725-0402
mdavis@tywlsqueens.org

Thank you,

Ms. Davis

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Mala Panday, Principal 150-91 87th Road
Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal, I.A. Phone: (718) 725-0402
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

Ms. Davis Science Classroom Rights and Responsibilities 6 th &

7th Grades
mdavis@tywlsqueens.org email
Welcome to a new year. I am eager to get to know you and begin
exploring the world of science with you. Below, you will find your
science contract. Please read, sign & date the last page, and return it to
me by 9/16/16. Thank you.
Classroom procedures and expectations
1. Materials:
a. Science Textbook d. Notebook f. 2
folders (classroom / yours)
b. Writing utensils pen and pencils e. Calculator (basic) g.
Access to internet (library, home)
c. Play-Doh
2. Homework:
a. You will have homework almost every day
b. You must show all work and complete all problems in order to receive
credit. All incomplete assignments will receive a grade of 0. No excuses. I
did not understand the work and I was out late last night, are not acceptable
excuses.
c. Late homework assignments will not be accepted. If you are
absent, you can get your assignment from Ms. Davis, Edmodo, or a classmate.
It will be due the day after you return to class.
d. Planners are a great way to help stay organized. You can purchase
one for from our PTA

3. Grading Policy:
6th Grade 7th Grade

Exams 15% 20%

Quizzes 15% 15%
Project 20% 15%
Homework 20% 20%
Critical Thinking / 30% 30%
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 Participation

Mala Panday, Principal

150-91 87th Road
Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

Please return this sheet to Ms. Davis by 9/16/16.

I have read and understand the Rights & Responsibilities Contract for Ms. Davis Science
class. I will empower myself by meeting my educational and personal goals and then
continuing to raise the bar.

________________________ _______________________ ______

Student name (print) Student name (sign) Date

________________________ _______________________ ______

Parent/Guardian name (print) Parent/Guardian name (sign) Date

________________________ _______________________ ______

Parent/Guardian name (print) Parent/Guardian name (sign) Date

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 Mala Panday, Principal
150-91 87th Road
Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal
Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal,
Phone: (718) 725-0402
I.A.
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

TYWLS Course Outline for Students and Families 2016- 2017

Course Name: 6th Grade Science Credit Value: N/A
Prerequisite: Skills for the NYS 4th grade Science Exam Department: Science
Teacher: Ms. Mayen Davis Date: 2016-2017
*All courses assess student performance based on the TYWLS School-Wide Grading Policy for grades 6-12.

Course Description:
The sixth grade science curriculum is broken into four sections. Simple & Complex Machines,
Weather, Diversity of Life, and Interdependence. The pacing map (Scope & Sequence) that
we use is aligned with the New York State Intermediate Level Science Core Curriculum Guide
from the State Education Department.
Essential Questions:
How does energy play a role in our lives? How do machines impact our lives?
How do matter and energy interact to produce weather patterns?
How does the transfer of matter and energy through biological communities support diversity of living
things?
How is interdependence essential in maintaining life on Earth?
Pacing calendar: http://schools.nyc.gov/NR/rdonlyres/49FC3DAF-2A6A-42B5-80DC-
9587487B0243/0/sciencescopeandsequence612_WEB81415.pdf

The textbook that we use is called, New York State Science: Grade 6
We will also be using Edmodo, a class based educational website, a science website that I created that
has video games, experiments, and online labs all aligned to our curriculum. We will also be taking a
trip to the New York Hall of Science.
6th grade website: https://sites.google.com/site/tywls6mdavis29/home

Project-based learning opportunities will include poems, balloon poppers, skits, dichotomous keys,
creating a science board game, and 600 hands-on lab minutes.

Communication:
I will be communicating with parents via Skedula and e-mail. If you ever need to get in touch with me
you can use PupilPath or my e-mail: mdavis@tywlsqueens.org. Parent meetings can be held on
Tuesdays from 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Extra Help: If a student should need extra help I will offer tutoring on Tuesdays from 2:20pm-3:00pm

Real world connections: Field trips to local museums, zoos, and botanical gardens

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 Science careers include: forensic scientists, doctors, astronomers, geologists, and a
volcanologist.

Building wide policy: No late homework will be accepted unless a student is absent. Then,
the expectation is that the homework will be handed in when the student comes back to
school.

The most important tool for being successful in life is a positive mindset. In this course, we will learn
things, make mistakes, and keep moving forward.
--C. Ross

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