CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Mrs. Katie Benson
- bensonk@stregis.k12.mt.us
Introduction
My name is Katie Benson. I was born and raised in a small, rural community in Central Utah. I graduated with my teaching degree from Utah State and recently graduated from the Univeristy of Montana with a Masters Degree in Teaching and Curriculum.
I've taught 6th grade Science, Life Skills and STEM at a charter school in Utah. Since moving to Montana, I have taught 5th grade, STEM, became the school librarian and will be teaching 5-8 grade science.
I am looking forward to a fun and productive school year with you. If you have any questions, please contact me: bensonk@stregis.k12.mt.us
Below is an overview of the topics each Science Class will be covering from August 18-August 30. Please keep in mind, these may change depending on student learning and understanding.
5th Grade Science
*Matter: Vocabulary
*What is matter?
*Does air have mass?
*What is matter made of?
*Why does matter exist in different states?
Vocabulary Quiz on 8/22 and 8/29
6th Grade Science
*Space: Vocabulary
*What is outer space?
*How do people know what is in outer space?
*How far away is space?
Vocabulary Quiz on 8/22 and 8/29
7th Grade Science
*Plate Tectonics: Vocabulary
*Rejected!!
*Alfred Wegener and the theory of Place movement.
Vocabulary Quiz on 8/22 and 8/29
8th Grade Science
*Evolution: Vocabulary
*Mutation Nation
*May the best beak win!
*Master of Disguise
*Camoflauged Chameleons
Vocabulary Quiz on 8/22 and 8/29