1. Welcome to Forensics
Back to School Night

2. Mr. Mazzella Background Education 29th year in Education
Manhattan College BE and ME
East Stroudsburg University MEd
29th year in Education
19th Year at NHV District
Several of roles
Contact Information
extension 5432

3. Objectives-Forensics
Give students an appreciation for the science used to solve crimes
Prepare the students for their “next class”
The Lens of Forensics
Communication through the language of Forensics
Critical Thinking and 21st Century Skills

4. Needs
Binder and Notebook
Writing Utensils
Positive Attitude

5. Grades
Types of Assignments
Total Points
Mirror Principle

6. Expectations Academic Behavioral Pay attention. Take notes.
Participate in discussions and activities.
Follow instructions – Written and Oral.
Follow all safety rules.
Complete assignments.
Behavioral
Be on time and ready to learn.
Have respect for yourself, your classmates, your teacher, and your classroom.
All safety rules apply

7. Course Topics Introduction to Forensics Impressions Hair and Fibers
Prints
Tool Marks
Bite Marks
Hair and Fibers
Chromatography
Forgery
Drugs
Blood and Blood Splatter
DNA
Ballistics