9th GRADE EARTH SCIENCE
Mrs. Dostal
Course Description:
Earth science is the study of the Earth's structure, properties, and processes. In this course we will investigate Earth’s surface, interior and the systems at work within each. We will also investigate climate and Earth’s role in the universe.
Course Expectations:
Classroom: Students are expected to come to class with appropriate materials and mental preparedness.
Students are expected to participate in class work, discussions and activities. Lecture materials, handouts and notes are the students’ responsibility.
General Rules: At all times students are expected to be respectful.
- Respect adults in the classroom
- Respect materials in the classroom
- Respect peers and their possessions
- Respect self
Lab: There will be a number of lab activities in this course. A signed lab safety contract must be turned in before a student is allowed to participate. Lab activities are a required part of course work and must be made up in the event of an absence.
Any student displaying unsafe behavior in the lab will be subject to disciplinary action which may include removal from the lab setting. Students who are removed from lab will be expected to complete an alternative assignment. If this assignment is not turned in, the student will receive an incomplete.
Students are expected to keep their lab area tidy and to put away all materials after lab activities.
Materials:
9th grade science will use traditional textbook as well as online resources.
A composition book will serve as a laboratory notebook. You may bring your own or use the one that is provided to you. Lab notebooks should stay in school and be accessible each day.
Absences: Students who are absent are responsible for getting their assignment(s) from the instructor and completing their work within the timeline stated in the handbook. Students may need to stay after school to complete missed lab work or tests. Please refer to attendance policy in the student handbook.
Late work: Any work not handed in by the due date will be worth 50% of the points earned. Work not handed in by the end of the current chapter will not be accepted for any points.
Grading:
Tests: 45%
Homework: 20%
Lab & Projects: 35%
