2. Who am I? Khushali Shah Mother of 3 Graduated from University of Texas with an B.S. in Electrical Engineering Worked in Industry for 7 years, Master’s in Education from National-Louis University In Education for 12 years

3. Reasons Student Should Take Physics? Modern technology is physics-based All branches of science contain principles obtained from physics Physics classes polish the skills needed to do well on SAT/ACT test College recruiters recognize the value of physics classes College success for science, engineering & pre-med depends on taking physics Hones thinking skills….

4. What we will do…. Analyzing and explaining the everyday phenomena that occur around us. Engage in hands-on experiences with real- world applications.

5. Topics Waves Sound Light Lenses & MirrorsProjectiles Mechanics: Motion, Velocity and Acceleration

6. Grading 25% Formative Labs Quizzes 75% Summative Test Projects There are RETAKES

7. Make Up Work MAKE-UP WORK (If a student has an excused absence) School Policy = 2 school days for every day of an excused absence (3 school days for a test, quiz, or lab) I will be flexible if students TALK to me!!! Students are responsible for making up work!!!

8. MATERIALS that are a MUST! Binder or folder (for lots of handouts) CALCULATOR scientific calculator (with sin, cos, and tan buttons) less than $10 at Walgreens, Walmart, etc. Need to have it EVERY DAY to succeed in physics. Textbook (rarely do they use this in class – it is a handy reference book to keep at home!)

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10. Field Trip The Physics Classes take Great America fieldtrip during 2 nd semester. OPTIONAL, but we would love all students to attend if possible. Activity: This trip culminates our year in physics and helps students apply everything they learned throughout the year. Date: May 2014

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