AP Environmental Science WELCOME! AP Environmental Science Kylance Malveaux

A little about myself…. Graduated from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Contact information: Email: kmalveaux@wvusd.k12.ca.us Phone: 909-594-1405 ext 33418

Living in the Enviroment Miller Textbook

My goals for APES To develop critical thinking skills Inspire students to expand their knowledge of science Develop students’ understanding through hands on activities For all students to achieve a 5 on the AP exam

May 1 -12 2017 When is the exam? APES Exam!!!

Additional Resources There are many study guides for the AP exams: If you are planning to buy one I recommend you get it now Students should be using it throughout the year Examples: Fast Track to a 5 Barrons 5 steps to a 5 Cliff Notes Princeton Review

Additional Resources AP Central – Environmental Science Have previous years free response Questions Solutions Scoring Guidelines Website: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com

Classroom Expectations Show respect for others Be to class on time Homework will be checked right after the bell rings. School policies will be enforced as outlined in the student planner

Participation Behavior that will POSITIVELY impact a student’s learning. Come prepared to learn everyday Work with their teammates to complete in-class work Actively participate in class discussions Asking questions that enhance their learning

Class Syllabus APES Survival Guide is online Contains detailed information about my class

Grading Exams - 5000 pts Quizzes- 200 pts Homework – 100-1000 pts Labs or Activities – 500-2000 pts ScAPESbook – 3000-5000 pts In Class Essays – 400 pts Final Examination- 6000 pts Your World – 8000 pts

Exams Exams are given after the completion of a unit Units Format Multiple choice Free Response section

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