All classes will follow the same grading scale:

Summative Projects: 70% of class grade

Daily Assignments & Classwork: 30% of class grade

Being a hands-on project based class, most assignments are completed in my classroom.  If your student will be gone for several days, please have them check in with me a couple of days beforehand.  We can come up with a plan to earn points for those missing days. 

To see your overall grade for my class, please use Infinite Campus.  Our secrateries can help students and parents log into those accounts by contacting them at Washington MS

Learning Goals for each Grade Level

7th Grade Goals

Our Classroom Learning Goals

Students will:

1. Ask questions and define problems
2. Define criteria and constraints of a design problem
3. Design & Evaluate solutions for design problems through writing, sketching, solid modeling & mathematical models
4. Develop models, both physically and in a cad program, for solutions created to problems
5. Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates

6th Grade Goals

Our Classroom Learning Goals

Students will:

1. Ask questions and define problems
2. Define and use the Problem Solving Process
3. Design & Evaluate solutions for design problems through writing, sketching, solid modeling & mathematical models
4. Develop models for solutions created to problems
5. Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates

8th Grade Goals - AR

Our Classroom Learning Goals

Students will:

1. Trace the history, development and influence of automation and robotics
2. Create mechanical systems that transfer energy to create machine automation
3. Develop coding skills to control mechanical builds
4. Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates

8th Grade Goals - GA

Our Classroom Learning Goals

Students will:

1. Practice dimensioning and measuring skills
2. Learn about architectural sustainability
3. Develop models both on paper and with Autodesk’s® 3D architectural design software
4. Build a model storage unit using concepts learned
5. Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates

Please contact me with any questions!

aelam@mcpsmt.org