How Physics with Technology Class Works It Rocks!

PWT is Unique A. No textbooks B. Lots of Activity / Doing

PWT is Unique C. MUST follow directions D. LOGIC = ultimate in skills

PWT is Unique Part Science (know things) Part Engineering (build things) Part Technology (use tools) Part Math (calculate)

PWT is Unique The ONLY junior high science class which counts for the Regent’s Scholarship (more about that later)

PWT is Unique G. Certify your SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE at the end of the year.

Effort Creates Ability The MOTTO of this class Effort Creates Ability

Besides the school-wide rules, this class has only one other rule: SHOW RESPECT!

We follow a basic schedule The year is divided into 6 units – about 4 weeks each Each unit will start with a phenomenon – something that makes you want to figure it out. Each day we will add to our knowledge to be able to figure out the phenomenon. Write in notebook EVERY day – participation points.

We follow a basic schedule Unit notebook due and scored on last day of unit 10-question test on powerpoint at the end of each unit.

How points are earned

Late work is possible, but not advisable Late work is possible, but not advisable. You will lose preparation points (about 20% loss) unless prior arrangements have been made. Turn in late work during Titan Time. Be Prepared!

Please go through your notebook and study the night before tests Please go through your notebook and study the night before tests. Review vocabulary words. Try to make your own questions. Re-Read everything. You may re-take a test once, but you automatically lose 20% for a re-take. Schedule Re-takes during Titan Time. Study for Tests!

How can you make-up points / earn extra? Go to the blog, find the assignment you missed, do it. (about 10 pts per day) Complete a Mastery Project (poster, model, etc.) (up to 30 pts) Read a book. Complete a Science Book Report. (up to 10 points) Complete a “Science is Everywhere” vacation report. (up to 20 points) Complete a “Science of Sickness” report if you were ill. (up to 20 points) **ALL OF THESE SHOULD BE TURNED IN DURING TITAN TIME**

Bring your supplies to work EVERY day These MUST be in class every day for your personal use: Several pencils and 1 red colored pen Composition Notebook Calculator D. Clear Tape E. Sharpie Marker F. Scissors

Behavior Expectations “Adult Behavior” Restroom Breaks Cell Phones Food in Class Listen! Sign up for Text Reminders (instructions) Attitude is Everything! Just be Kind – we’re in this together

Effort Creates Ability If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you!