Environmental Science Syllabus
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Environmental Science is a comprehensive course of study of how nature works and how things in nature are interconnected. (Environmental Science Textbook) It provides a scientific base for understanding problems in our environment and possible solutions for those problems. Sustaining the environment from a Biblical perspective involves protecting God’s creation from the abuses of man. This course will emphasize the role of the individual, as well as industry, in saving the world God has given us.
Special Projects will be assigned
throughout the year. All senior Environmental Science students will create and
present a project in the upcoming Science Fair. Guidelines and important
information to be provided in class.
Supply List:
*Erasable ink pens (blue/black
ink only) and #2 pencils
*Notebook Paper
*A three ring binder with
pockets
*Poster Board (as needed for
Special Projects)
*Ruler, scissors, and glue
Grading Policies and Procedures:
*Grades are weighted as follows:
a. Tests- 40%. (Students will not be allowed to retake tests for a
higher score.)
b. Labs - 20%
c. Special Projects- 15%
d. Homework/Daily Assignments - 25% (all work for this class is expected
to be written in cursive, blue or black ink or word processed, and answered in
complete sentences. Failure to do so
will result in a redo and loss of points accordingly.)
***UNEXCUSED :
Students will receive a 25% deduction for not having work in when the
teacher asks for it on the due date. The student will turn in
late work the following school day in order to receive the 25%
deduction. If the student does not turn in the late assignment until 2
days later, the student will receive a 50% deduction for the assignment. Late
work will not be accepted after the second day. Student may place
the assignment on the clip on the outside of the door if the teacher is not in
the room.
***When absent, students
are expected to check the web page for missed work and turn them into the
teacher in a timely manner. It is the student's
responsibility to meet with the teacher upon their return and to
complete all assignments and tests missed while they were absent.
***If an unexpected emergency
hinders the student from completing the assignment, the parent should email or
send a note to the teacher as soon as possible. In this case, extra time
to complete the assignment will be granted.
Rules for Classroom Behavior:
*Students will reflect a positive
Christian attitude at all times towards all people.
*Students will have their
textbooks and materials with them daily. After the bell rings, students
will not be allowed to go to their lockers.
*Students will sharpen pencils before
class starts.
*Students will NOT leave
their seats without permission.
*No gum, food or drinks are
allowed in the classroom.
*Students will not sleep or lay
their heads down in class.
*Students will write in cursive
or word process all assignments.
*Plagiarism and/or cheating will
not be tolerated and will result in a zero for that assignment.
*Students will comply with all
rules and regulations as noted in the WCA handbook.
Consequences (may include one or
more of the following):
*Student will be moved to
another seat in the classroom- away from their friends.
*Student will write down the
rule and his/her explanation for breaking the rule in no less than three
well-written paragraphs. Student essay will reflect a positive Christian
attitude and be remorseful in nature.
*Students will write a 3-5 page
report using the class room Audubon Science books. Student work will
be neat and legible. The report will be signed and dated by both the
student and a parent.
*Student will be given subject
related additional homework for not using time wisely in class.
*The teacher will document
unsatisfactory behavior in detail in her DISCIPLINE FOLDER. Student will
sign and date the entry and this information will be shared with parents during
conferences.
*For major infractions, the
student will be sent to the principal and parents notified. Students are
expected to comply with all reasonable requests and treat their fellow
classmates and teacher with respect at all times.
NOTE: The teacher
reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary for the overall positive
welfare of the class learning experience.
Please feel free to contact the
teacher at any time with your concerns.