Physics of Earth and Space Syllabus
> Contact Information Teachers:
Jaime PryorJeffrey Hodos
E-mail: -mail:
Phone 240.236.7539Phone: 240.236.7463
> Introduction
Welcome to the Physics of the Earth and Space. In this course we will investigate the Earth’s place in the Universe by looking at the life cycles of stars, including our own sun. We will learn about how the Earth moves through space and the processes that power nuclear fusion. We will learn about how humans have impacted our earth and how energy moves into and through the Earth. This class will provide the basics for physics and Earth-Space Science together.
> Course Objectives
- Students will be able to explain the formation of the universe and its parts.
- Students will be able to calculate and solve motion, wave, and momentum problems.
- Students will be able to analyze collisions and moving objects in space
- Students will be able to explain energy use and transfer on Earth.
- Students will be able to explain resource use, availability, and cycles on Earth
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Physics of Earth and Space Syllabus
> Grading Policy
90%-100%A
80%-89%B
70%-79%C
60%-69%D
Below 60%F
CategoryWeight
Tests45%
Lab investigations/Projects30%
Quizzes15%
Homework/Classwork10%
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Physics of Earth and Space Syllabus
Three Benchmark tests will count as test grades included in the term grade
Extra credit is not given under any circumstance.
On-Line Grades -Home Access Center (HAC): Regularly monitor your progress online via our grading website.
Make-up Work: Students will receive 2 days per excused absence to make up missed work (work missed due to excused absences). Make up work will be placed in folders on bulletin board (on left as you walk in) for you to pick up
Late Work: Late work will receive a 20% reduction if submitted one day late, 40% two days late and a zero thereafter. The maximum number of late assignments is 3 per semester.
Academic Dishonesty: Students may not give or receive unauthorized aid on any assignment. Students will be held to the expectations and actions included in the MHS Honor Code found on the MHS Website.
> Tutoring
Tutoring is available in room 303 during Knight Quest. ELO (extended learning opportunity) tutoring is also available after school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2:30-3:30 in the media center (or room 307).
> Instructional Materials
o Textbook: Earth Science
o Composition notebook for notes, homework and laboratory write ups. (no spirals please)
o Box of tissue (unless your child plans on bringing their own)
> Important websites:
HAC: Regularly monitor your progress online via our grading website.
Online Text Book: Log into fcps google account, click on fcps.org bookmarks select MyHRW
Remind 101: Remind 101 is the primary way that homework will be communicated. Please use the remind 101 direction sheet to sign up or use the link below. Both students and parents can sign up to receive texts or e-mail homework notifications.
Quizlet: is used for students to input and review their biology vocabulary.
> Lab Fee
A replacement fee will be assessed for damaged lab equipment.
> Classroom Procedures
- CELL PHONES SILENCED AND AWAY UNLESS GIVEN PERMISSION BY TEACHER
- Be on time (make sure you use the bathroom between periods)
- Bring materials (book, composition book, binder, pencil/pen)
- Food and drink is not permitted in class
- Raise your hand in order to be recognized
- work that is to be turned in must be filled out with your name, period, date, written in the top right hand corner of the paper
> Student Expectations
o READY:
Focused and alert | Bring required materials | Assigned work completed | Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings
o RESPECTFUL:
Observe classroom safety guidelines | Honor commonalities and celebrate differences | Support and encourage classmates | Use appropriate language at appropriate times
o RELENTLESS:
Complete all assignments on time and with integrity | Give your best effort | Be open to feedback and capitalize on opportunities to improve
> Bell Schedule Discipline Procedure
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Physics of Earth and Space Syllabus
o Period 1: 7:30-8:50
o Period 2: 8:55-10:15
o KnightsQuest: 10:20-10:55
o Period 3: 11:00-12:50 (includes Lunch)
o Period 4: 12:55-2:15
o Warning/conference with student
o Phone call to parent/guardian
o Teacher detention
o Office referral
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Physics of Earth and Space Syllabus
Keep this syllabus document for your record
Please sign and return the following attached forms:
- Syllabus agreement
- Remind
- Science Safety Agreement
> Syllabus Agreement
Please read the following statement and sign below. Return to Mr. Hodos/Mrs. Pryor by 8/26/16
I have read and fully understand the course syllabus, including my responsibilities in regards to grading policies, checking grades online, course requirements, materials and classroom expectations.
Student:
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Parent/Guardian:
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> Contact Information
Parent/Guardian 1
Name:______
E-mail: ______
Home Phone: ______
Work Phone: ______
___ You are free to contact me at work and may leave a voicemail if I am unavailable.
___ Please try reaching me at home or through e-mail first; avoid calling me at work unless absolutely necessary.
___ I have signed up for class text messaging/e-mail notifications via Remind101.com.
___ I chose to opt out of class text messaging/e-mail notifications via Remind101.com.
Parent/Guardian 2
Name: ______
E-mail: ______
Home Phone: ______
Work Phone: ______
___ You are free to contact me at work and may leave a voicemail if I am unavailable.
___Please try reaching me at home or through e-mail first; avoid calling me at work unless absolutely necessary.
___ I have signed up for class text messaging/e-mail notifications via Remind101.com.
___ I chose to opt out of class text messaging/e-mail notifications via Remind101.com.
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