Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What grading scale is used in this class?
In this class we will used the grading scale approved by Pitt County Schools:Tests: 50%Classwork: 30%Homework: 20%All students are responsible for acquiring missed assignments/work and submitting these to the teacher, as needed.Back to Top
In this class we will used the grading scale approved by Pitt County Schools:Tests: 50%Classwork: 30%Homework: 20%All students are responsible for acquiring missed assignments/work and submitting these to the teacher, as needed.
What is an example of classwork for this class?
Students are required to keep a Science Journal in a 3 ring binder which will contain divided sections for daily starter questions and responses, a homework/classwork section, a Lab Report section, and a section for tests.All class activities/labs will be written up in an approved format and submitted for classwork grades. Occasionally, an activity will encompass a weeks worth of effort including the design of a scientific investigation, the collection of data, graphs and an explanation of the results along with a student illustrated cover sheet. These class investigations will be collected from each student involved and can count as a test grade.All tests will be sent home for a parent signature and when returned signed, will count as a 100 for a homework grade.Notebook/Materials checks will be held periodically and will count as a classwork grade. If any parent has difficulty in obtaining the required materials please contact me personally.Back to Top
Students are required to keep a Science Journal in a 3 ring binder which will contain divided sections for daily starter questions and responses, a homework/classwork section, a Lab Report section, and a section for tests.All class activities/labs will be written up in an approved format and submitted for classwork grades. Occasionally, an activity will encompass a weeks worth of effort including the design of a scientific investigation, the collection of data, graphs and an explanation of the results along with a student illustrated cover sheet. These class investigations will be collected from each student involved and can count as a test grade.All tests will be sent home for a parent signature and when returned signed, will count as a 100 for a homework grade.Notebook/Materials checks will be held periodically and will count as a classwork grade. If any parent has difficulty in obtaining the required materials please contact me personally.
Will there be science content tests as well?
Yes. Science vocabulary and concept tests are part of the NC State Science Curriculum.These written tests will usually include fill in the blank, matching, short answer, discussion questions and conceptual "Thinking Maps." These tests are teacher created and will reflectboth chapter knowledge and application questionsalong with lab and process oriented content.Back to Top
Yes. Science vocabulary and concept tests are part of the NC State Science Curriculum.These written tests will usually include fill in the blank, matching, short answer, discussion questions and conceptual "Thinking Maps." These tests are teacher created and will reflectboth chapter knowledge and application questionsalong with lab and process oriented content.