1. Earth and Space Science Course Syllabus
Policies and Procedures
August 4, 2016

2. Course Description: Earth and Space Science Focuses on the structure and development of the Earth
Four Main Themes
Laboratory Investigations
Nature of Science
Scientific Inquiry
Astronomy
Research
Earth’s Structures
Measurements
Weather and Climate
Problem Solving
Water in Motion
Laboratory Apparatus and Technologies
Natural disasters
Experimental Procedures
Safety Procedures

3. Instructional Philosophy
Expected to be active participants
Positive and engaging environment
Safe space

4. Classroom Rules and Expectations
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Appropriate
Be Involved
Be Honest

5. Classroom Management Expect positive and respectful attitudes
Discipline
Individual Conference
Note home requiring parent signature
Phone call home
Parent/Teacher conference
See an administrator

6. Grading Policy Grades are updated weekly Grade Categories
Homework = 10%
Summative assessment =50%
Formative assessment = 40%

7. Make-Up Policy
It is the student’s responsibility to obtain and make up assignments.
Ask a classmate for help
Check the sample ISN and Science Folder

8. Homework Policy
Homework is assigned at the beginning of each week and is always due on Thursday of each week.

9. Reassessment Policy Demonstrate legitimate effort on the test
Complete all assignments related to the test
Schedule a tutoring session with the teacher
Schedule the reassessment with the teacher within one week of the original test grade’s release

10. Food and Bathroom Policy
No food or drinks are permitted
No gum or candy
No trips to the water fountain
Three bathroom passes each quarter
Sign out on the clipboard and grab a pass

11. Resources and Materials
Supply List
Class Website
Edmodo Site
Remind 101
Online Textbook
Teacher