Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- How can I help my child do well in Science class this year?
- Can I really expect my average ability child to acheive an A grade?
- If my child fails a test, can they do it over?
- What do you consider as being prepared for class?
How can I help my child do well in Science class this year?
Your child will have few problems in Science if he/she does the
following: Participates in class at least once daily by
answering or asking questions during discussion, is attentive to
directions for assignments, stays on-task without excessive
socializing, makes time (20 minutes per subject)for homework each
afternoon, and hands in completed work on time.
Can I really expect my average ability child to acheive an A grade?
Yes! As a trained and experienced teacher, I design my lessons
for the entire range of ability levels. Science class is a
heterogenous mix of ability levels and even those who tend to be
weak in some areas can still achieve high scores by following my
directions and being faithful to completing their homework and
classwork assignments. Enough effort and time is all that is
needed!
If my child fails a test, can they do it over?
If your child fails a test or project it was probably the result
of extremely little effort. Certain failed tests may be retaken
with the following stipulations: the failing test must be signed
by a parent, the errors must be corrected, and then a similar new
test will be given. The highest score possible on the retake (given
all answers are correct)is an 85. Regarding extra credit, my policy
is to ask my students to do just the classwork and homework they are
assigned and DO IT WELL, in order to achieve success. I think
they have an appropriate workload already without any additional
burden.
What do you consider as being prepared for class?
Being prepared for Science class means having the physical
materials present to do the job at hand. That usually means
having a pen, pencil, Science notes, and textbook with you daily
for class. It also means being alert, attentive and cooperative.
Just think what it would mean to the student without any of those
items!
