Oak Park High School – Global Science CP
Teacher:Mrs. SharonStutz
Email:
Classroom Goals:
1. Be on time.
2. Be prepared.
3. Don’t do dumb stuff.
Respect Agreement:
Together as a class we will be creating a Respect Agreement. This will be a daily reminder of how we should conduct ourselves to maintain an environment where everyone feels included and can succeed academically.
Materials Needed:ALL materials/texts should be with you in class EVERYDAY!
Text:Holt Earth Science (cave book)
Materials:Global Science Notebook (3 subject, spiral bound), pen/pencil, glue stick, scissors, highlighter, colored pencils
Attendance/Tardy Policy:
Students will be held accountable to all aspects of the stated Oak Park High School Attendance/Tardy Policy. Upon your return to class, it is YOUR responsibility to check for missed work. Please check my website, the 7th Period Support calendar, and/or with your notebook buddy before asking me for missed work. And yes, WE DID DO SOMETHING IMPORTANT WHILE YOU WERE OUT.
Grading Policy:
1. Grades will be calculated on a typical straight scale. The following is a breakdown of the categories for the semester:Tests,Quizzes, Classwork, Homework, Notebook, Labs and a Cumulative Final
2. Letter grades will follow a standard A-F format. (90% and above, A; 80% - 89.9%, B; 70% -
79.9%, C; 60% - 69.9%, D; and 59.9% and below, F)
3. As a general rule, I do NOT round up grades at semester, unlessALL work is turned in
(including extra credit), you’ve earned an A in homework and behavior has not been an issue.
4. It is YOUR responsibility to stay on top of your grade. If you fall below a 75%, I strongly
encourage you to come in during 7th period.
7th Period Support:
7th period is a time for students to receive help on homework/material covered in class and to make-up tests, quizzes, and labs. If time allows there may be quiz and test reviews. These reviews may be occurring at lunch as well as 7th period. In general there will be open help available every day. If you are absent on the day of a test/quiz, you will need to make it up during 7th periodwithin one week of your return on either a Thursday or a Friday. If the test/quiz is not made up by this time, you will receivea zero.If you are absent on the day of a lab, you will need to make it up during 7th periodwithin one week of your return on either a Tuesday or Wednesday. If the lab is not made up by this time, you will receivea zero.
Testing Policy:
1. Quizzes will occur as move through sections of chapters and will serve to identify areas that need further studyingbefore the test.
2. All missed quizzes MUST be completed before the date of the unit exam or a score of zero
will be assigned.
3. Tests will cover material in lecture, readings, labs, homework, and classwork. Tests may vary
in points and format (multiple choice, true/false, matching, fill-in, short answer, or essay).
4. Test dates will be posted at least one week in advance. Most likely they will be on your Unit Calendars so you will have much advanced notice for planning
5. If you are absent on the day of a test/quiz, you will need to make it up during 7th period
within one week of your return on either a Thursday or a Friday. If the test/quiz is not made up by this time, you will receivea zero.
Homework Policy:
1. Homework will aim to reinforce learned concepts or preview upcoming material.
2. Homework will not be given for homework sake. When homework is assigned, IT IS
IMPORTANT!
3. Homework will be identified on the board, verbally expressed in class and written on your calendar.
4. Homework is due at the beginning of class for full credit (STAMP). Homework can be made
up for full credit with an excused absence. You will have the same number of days missed
to make up your work. When you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to get your homework
stamped for full credit upon your return. NO STAMP = NO FULL CREDIT
5. Completed homework, one day late with a stamp will receive half credit.
6. Completed homework without a stamp will receive ¼ credit.
Other:
1. No major extra credit projects will be offered during the school year. It is in your best
interest to do your homework on time, participate in class, and study for tests/quizzes.
2. Additional copies of this syllabus can be found on my website.
3. Lab Safety will be covered in class and strictly enforced. Please review the Laboratory
Safety Guidelines on pgs. xviii – xxi in your textbook. YOU WILL BE QUIZZED ON THIS INFO!
4. Have integrity. Always do your own work, even when working in groups. Cheating will
NEVER be tolerated on any assignment, lab, test/quiz, or project. PLAGERISM = CHEATING
5. I am looking forward to a fantastic year!
MAINTAIN THIS REFERENCE IN YOUR Science NOTEBOOK (pg. ______). I WILL CHECK FOR SIGNATURES AND MATERIALS ON ______. (10 pts)
SYLLABUS & LAB SAFETY CONTRACT
I, ______have read the syllabus and safety rules for the global science/biology classroom/lab and agree to follow all of the policies and procedures set forth in this contract. I realize that I must obey these policies and procedures to ensure my own safety and that of my fellow students and instructors. It is important to me that an atmosphere conducive to learning exists. I am aware that any violation of this contract may result in disciplinary action, being removed from the lab, or receiving a failing grade.
Signed (student) ______Date ______
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Your signature on this contract indicates that you have read the Course Syllabus and Student Safety guidelines, are aware of the policies and procedures enforced in my classroom, and the measures taken to ensure the safety of your son/daughter in the science laboratory. Your signature also indicates that you will instruct your son/daughter to uphold his/her agreement to follow these rules and procedures.
After signing, please include a “secure” phone number or email where I may contact you in the future. A personal or work email and a cell phone number are preferable. This will help eliminate any “lost” messages given to your student.
Signed (parent) ______Date ______
Email: ______
Phone Number: ______