Mrs. Scarola 7th Grade Life Science 2014-2015

Scarola’s Personal Mission StatementScarola’s Personal Mission Statement

I believe all children have the potential for

academic success if given a productive,

multisensory, engaging, supportive

environment in which to learn. It is my

desire to help every child by establishing

that climate in my classroom.

FL Teacher CertificationsFL Teacher Certifications

State of Florida Teaching Certifications: Integrated Curriculum Grades 5-9*

*Includes Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Math

Earth/Space Science Grades 6-12 Reading Grades K-12 Educational Media Specialist Grades Pre-K- 12 Exceptional Student Education Grades K-12 English Grades 6-12 Elementary Education Grades 1- 6 ESOL Endorsement Certified Clinical Educator

Educational BackgroundEducational Background•Specialist’s Degree in Education Ed.S. FAU

•Master’s Degree in Education M.Ed. FAU

•Bachelor’s Degree In Education B.A.Ed. FAU

•Associate’s Degree A.A. BC

Teaching & Academic AwardsTeaching & Academic Awards 2012 Pollo Tropical - Teacher of the Year 2011 Barnes and Noble - My Favorite Teacher, Regional Winner 2011 Barnes and Noble - My Favorite Teacher, Pembroke Crossing Location 2008 Teacher of the Year - Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School - Central Campus 2006 Outstanding Secondary Reading Teacher from Florida Atlantic University's College of

Education 2005 Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year from Florida Atlantic University's College of

Education 2005 Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year from FAU COE Teacher Education Department 1987 Teacher of the Year – AACC (Children’s Religious Education)

Goals & ExpectationsGoals & Expectations

•See Course Syllabus

•Achievement- Maximum Potential- 110% Effort

•Citizenship- Responsible Behavior Always

•Be Prompt, Be Polite, Be Prepared, Be Productive

•Informed Parent Involvement

•Have a Passionate Desire to Succeed!!

21st Century Barriers to Success

Unchecked Vision or Eye StrainUndetected Hearing Loss and/or Earwax buildup

Using Captions or Subtitles Improves Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary

Information CommunicationInformation Communication

Scarola’s Website

Pinnacle Gradebook

Daily H.W. Agenda

Phone-a-Friend

Use the tools!

Use Class Website DailyUse Class Website Dailywww.freewebs.com/mrsscarola

THINK CENTRAL TEXTBOOK SITEFind the link on my class website

Grades and ProgressGrades and Progress Weekly Science Class E-Newsletters Pinnacle Online Grades Check the Class Website daily for updates, due dates, etc No Surprises, No Guesswork Absent students must make an effort to see me about missing

grades within 2 days. Pinnacle will show ZERO until it’s fixed. Parents and Students may email me ANYTIME. If something

doesn’t sound right or look right to you, CONTACT ME ASAP. If you want me to call you, email me with the number and best time to reach you.

Si tiene preguntas, Yo puedo leer y escribir en Español.

Homework & StudyingHomework & Studying

• Check Website for HW, Deadlines and Test Dates• Use HW Agenda DAILY. THE STUDENT is responsible for all

missed class work, homework, tests, etc. Call a friend if absent. • Parents may offer help with science homework (unless

assignment directions say otherwise).• Use of the internet/technology is required for this class.• Plan ahead, Read Ahead, Work Ahead• Expect at least 15 minutes15 minutes per night for regular science

homework/review. Distracted workers may need more time. Break it up into portions.

• All Assignments must be turned in on time. Email me immediately with any private concerns/needs. I will call or email you promptly.

Student Science SuppliesStudent Science Supplies

• Composition Journal • USB Flash Drive • 3-ring notebook or a section of a multi-subject

binder for science handouts

• 30 Hour Requirement• Donations count 30 min. per day• All items must be taken to the front

office for proper credit.• Check the website for current

needs and opportunities.

Questions???Questions???

WORK EMAIL: kscarola@pinescharter.net

SCHOOL PHONE (954)322-3330

CLASS WEBSITE:www.freewebs.com/mrsscarola

Please check the website daily.

Thank You for Coming!Thank You for Coming!

It’s going to be a great year!!