Welcome!

Welcome to 8th Grade Science! This is going to be an exciting, fun and challenging year. The topics we study in 8th grade are Energy, Forces & Motion (all about Physics), Genes & and Molecular Machines (genetics and how DNA works) and Ecosystems & Their Interactions (how all living things interact). Science will also involve working on communication skills, collaboration skills and problem solving.

About Me

I started teaching a long, long time ago in 1996. I started off as a high school Biology teacher, followed by many years of teaching 8th grade and 6th grade Science. I have been in Medford since 2002 (my maiden name is Jakobsen and I may have taught some of your siblings).

I love being part of the Medford community. My favorite part of teaching is getting to know my students and helping them grow in their education. I also like that so much of the learning process can actually be fun. . . especially in Science! Science is such a part of our everyday life and learning about our world and how things work helps us be better thinkers and citizens.

I love to travel, read, go hiking, go to concerts and spend lots of time with family and friends. I am married with three adorable children.

Educational Background

Undergraduate school: Trenton State College (now The College of NJ)

Degree BS in Biology

Graduate school: Rowan University

Degree: Masters in Special Education

Graduate school: Rider University

Degree: Masters in Educational Administration

Google Classroom Codes

Online Textbook

Syllabus

Welcome to Team 8-1. The teachers of this class are Mrs. Varga, Mrs. Sheldon, & Ms. Paolini and we look forward to an exciting and successful school year. The following information and guidelines will give you an idea of what we expect from you and what you can expect from us in our classroom. Also, feel free to contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Here is a copy of the Class Syllabus for your reference.

We look forward to getting to know you all this year!

Mrs. Varga

609-654-7707 ext. 8227

[email protected]

Mrs. Sheldon

609-654-7707 ext. 8221

[email protected]

Ms. Paolini

609-654-7707 ext. 8351

[email protected]

Name: Solveig Varga
Position: 8th Grade Science, Team 8-1
Email: svarga@medfordschools.net
Phone: 609-654-7707 ext. 8227