Welcome!
Looking to make this year a great one, as 7th grade is a pivotal year in a students journey. High schools will look at the grades, development and personal growth of students to determine if they are a proper fit for their school. I will help my students achieve their goals and excel at being their best both in the classroom and in the community.

My Classes:
LIFE SCIENCE (6th) –
Living things –what is life?
Cells
Genetics, reproduction, evolution
Human body

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (7th) –
Matter and states of matter
Atoms and chemical reactions
Forces and energy

EARTH SCIENCE (8th) –
Plate tectonics and earthquakes
Oceans
Energy sources
Planets and space

LITERATURE (7th) –
Nonfiction – “Exploring the Titanic,” Sharks
Fiction – “Seventh Grade” “The Last Dog”
Poetry
Drama “The Monsters are due on Maple Street” (Twilight Zone)

Homework/Tests/Quizzes:
Homework is given only on a need-to basis.
Quizzes are given at the end of each lesson in science after an extensive review.
Tests in science are based on review materials and quizzes. In literature they are taken from the accompanying assessment book.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
[email protected]

Peter Costa
Middle School Science Teacher
HCA 23-24