Integrated Science Expectations and Guidelines Science is an imaginative adventure of the mind seeking truth in a world of mystery. Sir Cyril Herman Hinshelwood (1897-1967) English chemist. Nobel prize 1956. Work on the study of chemical reactions Mrs. Brostrom sbrostrom@rsd13ct.org

Overview Scientific Literacy and Numeracy Atomic Structure Periodic Table of Elements Electrons and Chemical bonding Chemical Reactions Organic Compounds and Polymers Acids and Bases Energy Transformations Electricity Environmental Impact on the Environment Biogeochemical Cycles

Classroom Supplies 3-ring binder 11 dividers Loose leaf paper Pens, pencils, and highlighters Textbook Index cards Chrome book (fully charged)

Grading Policy Tests/Projects/Quizzes  45% Homework/Do Now  20% Laboratory Activities/Class work  30% Participation/Cooperation/Habits of mind  5% • You should expect homework every class period. The purpose of homework is to introduce concepts, practice problems, and review vocabulary

Academic Honesty Copying (or letting someone copy) work is considered cheating. All individuals involved will receive zeroes for the assignment and a referral to the office. Plagiarism will also result in a zero for the assignment and a referral to the office.

Absences If you are absent it is your responsibility for making up assignments and handing in work that was due when you were out. See me during X-block on B days and check my website for missed work. If you are absent on the day of a test or quiz you are required to see me the day you get back to school to schedule a time to make it up. Labs must be made up within one week of absence.

Classroom Policies Stay in your seat unless given permission. Raise your hand and wait to be called on. Follow directions the first time they are given. Refrain from using foul/inappropriate language. You may only use phones/music players with permission.   If you choose to break a rule… First time- a warning with your name on the board Second time- check next to name and an x-block detention the following B-day Third time- second check next to name, an office referral, and 2 x-block detentions Fourth time- third check next to name, an office referral, and a 30min after school detention Severe disruption- immediate office referral and 30 min after school detention

If you choose to follow the rules… Positive phone call/note home at end of week. Earn music listening privileges when working independently. Choose your seat. They joy of learning each day!

Extra Help If are having trouble with any of the material, do not hesitate to ask for help. I will be available in person to help you before or after school, during x-block on B days and during my prep period (B4 semester 1 and B3 & B4 semester 2). You can also email me with questions. You can find me in the science Office when I am not in the classroom.

Library Use I will only give you a library pass during your study hall if I have assigned you work that cannot be completed in study hall (i.e. research, quizlet, computer use for lab report).

This assignment is due on September 04, 2013. Classroom Expectations and Guidelines must be read and signed by you and your parents. This assignment is due on September 04, 2013.

Mrs. Brostrom

Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Geology with a minor in Education Master's degree in Environmental Education Lab technician at SCSU LIS research Outer Island Partners in Science CCSU Teaching for 7 years

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This year I'd like to... Inspire Create Learn Teach Understand Engage Grow

Tell me a little about yourself… Take 15 minutes to write a letter introducing yourself to me. Likes/ dislikes Hobbies/ sports How you learn best Favorite subject

Laboratory Safety

Laboratory Safety Look at the picture on the lab table and write down observations of unsafe laboratory practices You have 3 minutes for each station Refer to your safety contract if needed Be careful! Some pictures have several rules being broken.