Welcome to Physics!

Introductions and Paperwork Teacher Introduction – Mrs. Luniewski Student Information Website Physics Stations

Objectives: The student will be able to: Objectives: The student will be able to: explain classroom expectations and grading policy. describe what will be covered in Physics. describe events that relate to Physics.

What You will Need….. 1.Notebook for notes, handouts, etc. This can be a section of your binder with tabs or a separate composition notebook. 2.Pocket folder(s) to store worksheets, hand-outs, and homework, if you will not be using a binder with tabs. 3. Loose leaf paper and/or graph paper for problem sets 4. Pencils 5. Blue or black pens (other colors may help to identify key points in your notes) 6. Calculator - Graphing calculator preferred (TI variety) or Scientific calculator (basic mathematical functions and trig; Look for an “EE” or an “EXP” button.) (It should be brought to class every day. Be sure to put your name on your calculator.) 7.Extra batteries for your calculator. 8.Protractor and Ruler (optional) (may be helpful) 9.Box of tissues (if you would like to donate a box for the class) 10. Most important: Good attitude and work ethic

Textbook: Physics Principles and Problems Principles and Problems (2005 Edition), by Glencoe. You are responsible for this book. If at the end of the year you do not submit your book in good condition, a replacement fee of $120 is collected. The textbook will be used for problem sets and as supplemental reading to review topics.

Grading Letter Grade Percentage (%) Description A 90 – 100 Outstanding level of achievement B 80 – 89 High level of achievement C 70 – 79 Satisfactory level of achievement D 60 – 69 Low level of achievement E 59 or lower Failure (no credit awarded) Grades are based on a total accumulation of points. Exams are not weighed any heavier than labs or homework; they will be worth more points. If we have accumulated a total of 500 points in a quarter, and you earned 447 of the points, the grade would be calculated as 447 points earned/500 points possible = = 89.4% rounds to 89%, which would be a B. Any score below.5 rounds down and any score ending in.5 and above rounds up.

Homework Homework is designed to provide practice and guide next-step instruction in order to evaluate student learning. Homework will be due at the beginning of class and not accepted late for credit.

Class work and Laboratory Activities If it is a graded class work assignment there will be an automatic 50% deduction if it is turned in one day late. In other words you start at a 50%, but if there are wrong/incomplete answers, further deductions are made. A zero grade will be permanent by the third school day after the assignment was collected. Individuals who are turning an assignment in late due to an out of school absence should write the date of absence on the top of their paper before turning in the assignment. Example to avoid 50% deduction for out of school absence: If you were absent on Tuesday, then Wednesday when you get back you must immediately submit Monday ’ s work. Tuesday ’ s work will then be due on Thursday. School field trips: Any assignment due on that day must be submitted on that day before you leave if you leave during the school day.

Assessments All assessments must stay in the classroom unless you sign it out. Second chance learning opportunities exist for some assessments and certain assignments which must be taken after school by appointment. I do not allow students to start part of any assessment during one time and finish it during another time.

Physics Lab Safety Goggles: depends on the lab If you are doing a lab in which you must wear goggles. First offense is a warning. After that you will be removed from the laboratory activity. Closed toe shoes is a must: Leave an extra pair of shoes in your lockers if you tend to forget. No shoes, pre-lab, and refusal to wear goggles means no lab on that day. Must make arrangements to make up the lab within 3 days. Labs must be made up after school. Must see me for an appointment. Times will be from 2:15 to 3:15.

Academic Integrity Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. Copying an assignment, cheating, or submitting work that is not one’s own is against HCPSS policy and has ethical implications in science. When needed, references should be cited and documented in lab reports, presentations, etc. Students will not receive credit for assignments in violation of academic integrity and will be reported to their administrator and the parent will be contacted immediately.

Att endance/Makeup Work/Late Work Howard County Public Schools have a 5% attendance policy. This means if you are absent 5% of the total days of schools, you may be denied credit for the course. This translates to missing 9 days for 50-minute classes. When you are absent, see me the day you return and get the notes from a classmate. Students have as many days as they were absent to make up the work. Late work will not accepted for homework assignments. All other assignments can be turned in the next day with a reduced credit of 50%. After two or more days, the late work will receive zero points.

Extra Help and Makeup Work By appointment after school Afternoon appointments 2:15-3:15 pm (Students must leave by 3:20 pm.)

Classroom Expectations….. Ask questions if you are unsure or do not Understand. Know the directions and Rules and follow them. Don’t deviate. Respect others even if they are not like you. No food or drink Aim high. Come prepared. Leave with knowledge. Be on time to class.

Lab Safety: For your protection and mine 1.Read and follow all directions as given by the teacher. 2.Use appropriate safety equipment: goggles, apron, fume hood, etc. 3.Wear appropriate shoes and clothing. 4.No playing around. 5.Follow rules for electrical safety: Inspect cords and equipment for damage prior to using. 6.Keep workspace neat and free of clutter. 7. Clean up after you finish.

Physics Stations What is Physics? You will spend about 2 minutes at a station related to a topic in physics. There will be instructions to follow and questions to discuss with your group. Is this class difficult? Math, Problem Solving, Applying Ideas, Not Memorizing. This makes Physics Phun!

Physics Stations: What is Physics?

What is Physics? What is Physics? Branch of science that involves the study of the physical world (physical science) ◦ Energy ◦ Matter ◦ Relationships between energy and matter Includes: ◦ Motion, forces, vectors, gravity, circular motion, momentum, work and energy, universal gravitation, waves, electricity and magnetism.

Physics is a branch of science that involves the study of the physical world: energy, matter, and how they are related. Learning physics will help you to understand the physical world. What is Physics? Section 1.1-2

Homework Read over grading policy and safety rules. Signatures due tomorrow.