Earth and Space Science Course Syllabus Policies and Procedures August 4, 2016

Course Description: Earth and Space Science Focuses on the structure and development of the Earth Four Main Themes Laboratory Investigations Nature of Science Scientific Inquiry Astronomy Research Earth’s Structures Measurements Weather and Climate Problem Solving Water in Motion Laboratory Apparatus and Technologies Natural disasters Experimental Procedures Safety Procedures

Instructional Philosophy Expected to be active participants Positive and engaging environment Safe space

Classroom Rules and Expectations Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Appropriate Be Involved Be Honest

Classroom Management Expect positive and respectful attitudes Discipline Individual Conference Note home requiring parent signature Phone call home Parent/Teacher conference See an administrator

Grading Policy Grades are updated weekly Grade Categories Homework = 10% Summative assessment =50% Formative assessment = 40%

Make-Up Policy It is the student’s responsibility to obtain and make up assignments. Ask a classmate for help Check the sample ISN and Science Folder

Homework Policy Homework is assigned at the beginning of each week and is always due on Thursday of each week.

Reassessment Policy Demonstrate legitimate effort on the test Complete all assignments related to the test Schedule a tutoring session with the teacher Schedule the reassessment with the teacher within one week of the original test grade’s release

Food and Bathroom Policy No food or drinks are permitted No gum or candy No trips to the water fountain Three bathroom passes each quarter Sign out on the clipboard and grab a pass

Resources and Materials Supply List Class Website Edmodo Site Remind 101 Online Textbook Teacher Email