Your Gifted Science can be and interesting and exciting course. Success in
the course requires a commitment on the part of the learner to actively
participate in class. You will be expected to complete all research,
homework
assignments, lab investigations and group projects on a level that is
expected of a gifted student. My commitment to you is to present to you an
environment in which learning is challenging, informative, and hopefully an
exciting and enjoyable experience. Let us work together for success!
GIFTED BiologyI/Physical Science Classroom Guidelines and Procedures
Students are expected to follow all parish and school wide rules and
regulations.
Students are expected to show respect toward others and their property.
Students are expected to be on time for class and have all materials needed.
Students are expected to be engaged ONLY in science work during class (other
distractions should not be out during this time).
Students are expected to follow all directions and safety procedures during
lab time.
Students are expected to remain quiet and attentive during classroom
presentations.
Consequences for misbehavior
School policy will be followed for school infractions.
First classroom infractions- student will receive a warning
If infraction continues, extra assignment will be given and points may be
deducted from participation grade.
Third infraction- student will receive a half hour detention and parent will
be contacted
Severe disruption or disrespect will be referred to the office for discipline
Materials
Notebook-Binder and paper (NO SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS)
PENS AND PENCILS-BLUE OR BLACK INK ONLY
COLORED PENCILS OR MARKERS FOR PROJECTS
LAB NOTEBOOK/JOURNAL-(COMPOSITION NOTEBOOK)
2 PIECES OF POSTER BOARD FOR PROJECTS (MAY BE HALF SIZE)
MANILA FOLDER
PAPER TOWELS
BOX OF TISSUES
Grading Policy
Grading will be done on a point scale bases. Each assignment will be worth
a
certain number of points. Homework, class assignments, lab activities,
quizzes, tests and special projects will be weighted according to specified
point values. To obtain your daily average, divide your earned point value
by the total number of possible points. The daily average is worth 80% of
your final average. Your Nine Weeks Exam is worth 20 % of your final
average.
Make-up Policy and late work
Any assignment missed due to excused absence is to be made up within the
specified number of days according to School Board policy. Make-up dates
for
missed quizzes /tests will be posted or you can see the teacher for special
arrangements. Any assignment turned in late without excused absence will
have a 10% deduction of the grade per day late. No credit is given after 5
days late.
