Don Juan Avila Middle School

Departments

Science

WELCOME TO DJAMS SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

At DJAMS, we prepare young scientists to think critically, generate questions, and design solutions to problems using supportive evidence. All instruction is aligned with NGSS, Next Generation Science Standards and content kept relevant and current. Classes inspire and engage students through hands on labs and many collaborative fun activities. We strive for all students to make connections beyond the classroom and into the real world.

DJAMS Science Teachers

DJAMS Science Teachers

Mrs. Lisa Cantu	Science 6, Science 8
Mrs. Sarah Gerbracht	Science 6
Mr. Tom Haldeman	Science 7
Mrs. Carly Hobrecht	Science 6
Mrs. Sana Iqbal	Science 8
Ms. Wende Iriart	Science 7
Mr. Paul Mandry	Science 7
Mr. Matt McCoy	Science 8

SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Science 6

This course focuses on the study of plate tectonics and the Earth’s structure; shaping the Earth’s surface, heat and thermal energy; energy in the Earth’s system ecology (life sciences); natural resources and investigation and experimentation using the scientific process. Sixth grade science is often taught as part of an integrated math/science core. The course also provides instruction on family life (human development and reproduction) and preview materials are made available for parents in the spring of the sixth grade year.

Science 7

This course focuses on the study of cell biology; genetics; biological adaptation; Earth and life history; the structure and function of living things; physical principles in living systems (physical sciences); and investigation and experimentation using the scientific process. Students will also receive instruction in HIV/AIDs and sexually transmitted diseases. This instruction is mandated by state law.

Science 8

This course focuses on the study of motion; forces; the structure of matter, Earth in the solar system; chemical reactions; the chemistry of living systems; the periodic table; density and buoyancy and investigation and experimentation using the scientific process. Students will also receive instruction in HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases. This instruction is mandated by California State Law.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Trustees desires to provide a safe school environment that allows all students equal access and opportunities in the district’s academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities. The Board prohibits, at any District school or school activity, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying of any student based on the student’s actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.