COURSE SYLLABUS for Physical Science
Teacher- Mrs. Calhoun
E-mail- kcalhoun@flintschools.org or klcalhou@svsu.edu
Telephone-810-760-1780 ext. 7275
Course Description- We will be focusing our scientific studies on matter
and energy; more specifically, the concepts of elements, electricity, chemical
and physical changes, force and motion, waves, machines, and the scientific
method. We will also touch on the
universe and the anatomy of our galaxy.
Grading Procedure-
10% of your
overall score will be your FOLDER/
NOTEBOOK. I recommend a 3 ring
binder to keep your belongings safe and organized. This should be kept by the student and brought
to class daily. Handouts, returned
assignments, lecture notes, quizzes, labs, etc. are expected to be organized in
your folder for each marking period. All work MUST have the student’s name,
date, and hour to receive credit.
The folder will be graded on organization and completeness of content
which will include the following for EACH MARKING PERIOD:
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Signed course
outline (this form, signed by your parent or guardian)
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Vocabulary
assignments
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Dated class notes
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Handouts
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Returned
assignments (tests, labs, quizzes, homework, class work…)
20% of your
overall score will be for PARTICIPATION. You have the opportunity to earn 5 points per
class. This is an easy 20%!!! All you need to do is come to class, follow
the class rules, and not be tardy. Absences
are unexcused if the student misses a class and the absence is not prearranged
(with a signed note) or a parent calls in on the day of the absence. A student is considered tardy if he or she is
not in their seat when the bell rings.
If there is a reason for being late, it is the student’s responsibility
to give the teacher a proper explanation.
20% of your
score will be class work and homework. Credit will be given for homework that is
completed and on time. This work must
be completed and turned in on time to receive credit. Most assignments will be due the same day of
class; however some projects and group work may require more time and
occasional visits to the library.
50% of your
score will be all of your tests, labs,
and quizzes. These assignments are
more challenging, and will be worth more.
Tests, labs, and quizzes can only be made up after school- an
appointment should be made to complete this make-up work. There
will be no talking allowed during any test or quiz. This is your warning! If you talk, you earn a zero. These are individual assessments and need to
be your own work.
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All work is
expected to be turned in on time. The
only exceptions are if you are ill or have a family emergency (a note, e-mail,
or a phone call from home is required).
If an absence is unexcused, you may not turn the assignment for credit
(skippers don’t get credit, however I will be looking for the work in the
folder).
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Missed work due
to an excused absence is due 1 day after the absence. If a student misses more than one day, they
have the same number of days to make up the assignments. For example, if you miss 3 days, you have 3
days after your return to school to turn the assignments in. You will need to write MAKE UP WORK clearly
on the top of all make up work in order for it to be accepted.
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Look on the make
up calendar for missing work. Extra
handouts will be in the make up work crate.
This is your responsibility. You
are in charge of getting the missed work.
Grading Scale: 100%
A+ 99-93 A 90-92 A-
89-87 B+ 86-83 B 82-80 B-
79-77 C+ 76-73 C 72-70 C-
69-67 D+ 66-63 D 62-60 D-
59.9% or less results in a
failing grade.
Discipline: If a rule is broken, the teacher may take the
following actions: verbal warning, assign detention or ISS, call a parent, or
refer to a counselor or administrator.
Remember that the other students are here to learn and poor or
disruptive behavior infringes on that privilege.
Class Rules:
1)
Be in your seat
when the bell rings and be ready to participate (no napping).
2)
Food and
beverages (other than water) are not allowed in class.
3)
Cursing,
swearing, or other disrespectful terms are not acceptable.
4)
Show respect to
your classmates, the teacher, and yourself.
Interrupting, name calling, talking back, and holding conversations
while the teacher or other students are talking / working is disrespectful. Act maturely and safely.
5)
You are not to
leave the room without permission. You
must have an appropriate pass. I do not
give restroom passes easily. Use the
restroom during breaks.
6)
All school rules
and district policies (headphones, cell phones, dress code, etc. are to be
followed).
7)
You are
responsible for texts / combination locks that you are assigned. You will be charged for any damages to said
items.
8)
You are
responsible for keeping your area clean.
If the teacher has to clean up after you, it is considered disrespectful
and discourteous and you will lose your daily participation points.
9)
Do not move the chairs or desks unless
instructed to do so.
Special Note: I will be happy to make myself available for
after school or Saturday help, but please let me know when you wish to come in
so that I may alter my schedule as needed.
Student contract: I have read and understand the above guidelines to the class. I will do my best to follow them and be
successful in the class!
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Date
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(student
signature)
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Date
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(parent
signature) Class text book