Mrs. Rosso

8th Grade Science

About Mrs. Rosso

“Hello, I am Julia Rosso, and I began teaching in Volusia County in 2000.  In these 20+ years I have taught multiple grade levels and content areas. I am originally from Chicago; however, I grew up right here in Volusia County.   I graduated from Wesleyan College in Macon, GA.  
I am a mother to two children and multiple pets (you’ll hear about them I am sure).  My husband and I love to take our kids camping and traveling.  We hope to get to all states at some point, we are more than halfway there to date. 
​ Some of my hobbies include hiking, gardening, cooking, reading, jogging, and traveling.   I love teaching and can’t wait to get to know your son/daughter/student better.  I hope to inspire a love of Science, themselves, and the world we all share.”

Contact Information

Text @mrsrosso8 to 81010
(386) 228-3900

 Course Overview & Learning Targets

Each area of study is set up according to state and national benchmarks.  The order of instruction (listed below) will be followed throughout the year to ensure that concepts and topics are taught according to our benchmarks and standards.
First Nine Weeks
Nature of Science, Atomic Theory, & Chemistry – topics include a review of laboratory safety, classroom rules and procedures, the scientific method, solving scientific problems, physical and chemical properties of matter, atoms, elements compounds, mixtures, atomic theory and the periodic table
Second Nine Weeks
Physical Properties & Matter Cycles– changes topics include the states of matter and physical and chemical changes, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, carbon & nitrogen cycles
Third Nine Weeks
The Universe & The Solar System– topics include the EM spectrum, scale of the universe, Law of Universal Gravitation, physical properties of stars, historical models of the solar system, relationships between Sun, Earth, & Moon, and the effects of space exploration on the economy & culture of Florida
Fourth Nine Weeks
FSSA review & administration, engineering design challenges, transition to high school biology/environmental science

Classroom Wishlist

We  will practice science through labs and things get a bit messy at times.  Our class is always in need of paper towels, sanitizing wipes, and newspaper.  Please feel free to send any of these items in throughout the school year.  I've also developed an Amazon wish list for more specific items.   The button below will take you directly there.  Thank you, in advance, for your generosity and support!

Grading Policies

Formative​s
40% of grade
May not be remediated
typically class work, labs, quizzes, and projects
Summatives
60% of grade
May be remediated within 1 week of test analysis
typically District Assessments, quarterly notebook grades, some projects, and quizzes

Unit Plans