Earth Science Syllabus Rev: 8/28/13 ID #: _____
2013-14
Teacher: Mr. Aprill Email: [email protected]
Office: (920) 994-9193 ext. 160 Course Website: http://www.rlhsaprill.weebly.com/
After Hours Help: (920) 550-1527 (Voice Mail or Text)
PBIS Expectations Be Here: Have regular attendance. Be on time.
Tardy Policy: Students not in the classroom after the final bell has rung are considered tardy. This includes having to return to your locker after the bells to get materials you should have brought the first time.
1) 1st tardy--verbal warning)
2) 2nd tardy-- teacher/student conference
3) 3rd tardy & each successive tardy: detention with the teacher
4) In addition, students who accumulate 4 tardies in a quarter will be referred for a behavioral plan.
*Students will only be admitted tardy 1st hour with an office pass.
Be Prepared: Bring necessary materials for class. Take care of business before class. Have homework completed with quality and on time.
Required materials
1) Black or Blue Pen OR a pencil
2) Red Pen
3) Assignment Notebook
4) 3-Ring Binder
5) Completed homework
6) Text Book
7) Calculator (As needed)
Homework will be assigned most nights. If no work is assigned, you should be studying. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced. Work not completed by the start of class may be considered late. Late work may be deducted 10% each day it is late. Students will be complete a MOTL sheet. The MOTL will be sent to you study hall teacher for work completion.
Absent work should be completed within 2 days of returning to school.
Complete advanced excuse forms if you know you will be absent ahead of time.
Be Respectful: Honor your classmates right to hold different opinions than your own. Work on materials for the class you are in. Listen when others talk. Follow teacher’s instructions first time asked. Use electronic devices in class only when part of the activity. Questioning a teacher is welcomed when done at the appropriate time and with a respectful tone.
If you have a cell phone on you, it must be off and stowed away. Electronic devices such as ipods may be used at times with the permission of the teacher.
1st offence: you will be asked to power off the device and give it to the teacher. You may pick it up at the end of class. 2nd offense: pick up at the end of the day. 3rd offense: device will be given to the principle to be picked up.
Be Positive: Use appropriate language. Support each other with praise and recognition. Have positive class attitude.
“Ram Buck” Benefits
1) A positive phone call home (1 ram buck)
2) An extra day to prepare for and take a quiz (2 ram bucks)
3) An extra day to prepare for and take a test (3 ram bucks)
*Note, I reserve the right to change the benefits listed above. Items may be added to the list during the school year. The current list will always be up-to-date on the website.
GRADING
Percentage of Points Earned
93-100 A 87-89 B+ 77-79 C+ 67-69 D+ Below 60 F
90-92 A- 83-86 B 73-76 C 63-66 D
80-82 B- 70-72 C- 60-62 D-
Points are determined by total points. Examples are listed below:
Health, Wellness, Going Green Fair (April 12th 11 am – 3 pm)
APRIL 12th 11 am – 3 pm students will be required to attend the “Health, Wellness, & Going Green Fair” and participate in a project related to the fair. We cover various topics related to renewable energy, energy in general, analyzing data, making recommendations based on data, and problem solving during the course of Earth Science. If a student is unable to attend/participate in the fair due to a school conflict or illness, they will be given an alternative assignment comparable to the time and standards missed. The following “Wisconsin’s Model Academic Standards for Science” are covered: D.12.3, D.12.9, D.12.10, D.12.12, E.12.1, H.12.1, & H.12.6.
Students will not be required to be present the entire time for the fair, but are expected to arrange for project set up and take down. Students are permitted to work alone or with a group on their project.
Students concurrently enrolled in Earth Science and Biology will only work on one project. However, those students may be given 1-2 additional components to tie their project to both courses.
Cell Phone Policy: No student should have a cell phone on them with the power on. If I suspect a student of using a cell phone I will ask to see if the power is on or off. If it is on, you have violated the policy. The only exception is when you are specifically granted permission to use your phone by the teacher for a class activity. 1) 1st offense: you will be asked to power your phone down and put it away.
2) 2nd offense: you will be asked to power your phone down and give to the teacher. You will be asked to pick up your phone at the end of the day. This may result in an office referral documenting it is a second offense.
3) 3rd offense and any additional offenses: you will be asked to power your phone down and give to the teacher. I will turn the phone over to the principle with documentation of three offenses.
Other Electronic Devices: Other electronic devices may or may not be allowed in class. Please ask for permission prior to using tablets, lap tops, mp3 players, ipods, etc. No electronic devices including cell phones may interfere with the teaching or learning in the class.
Help
1) Students if you need help or have a questions feel free to call or text 920-550-1527.
2) Parents, you may use this number as well. Please include in your voice mail the name of your child.
3) Remember, you also have study hall, before school, and after school as well. If using study hall, obtain a pass ahead of time from me. It is suggested that you make an appointment for before or after school help.
Subject to Change: please note that the syllabus is subject to change. Any changes will be announced in class and posted to the course website.
If you have any concerns during the year, please feel free to call me at Random Lake High School, 920-994-9193 and leave a message. (The best way to reach me by phone is my Google voice mail. You also may email me at [email protected]. Also, please be aware that I teach in both the high school and middle school and it may be difficult at times to reach me during the day. I will return your call as soon as possible.
Mr. Aprill
Earth Science--Syllabus Contract
Please sign below acknowledging that you have read the syllabus.
__________________________
Student Name
____________________________________ ________________
Student Signature Date
Signing by student indicates that they have read and reviewed the syllabus.
____________________________________
Parent Signature
Signing indicates that you have reviewed the syllabus
____________________________________
Parent Signature
Signing, indicates that I am aware that my son/daughter is required to attend & participate in the Health, Wellness, Going Green Fair on April 12th, 2014 11 am – 3 pm. If a student is unable to attend/participate in the fair due to a school conflict or illness, they will be given an alternative assignment comparable to the time and standards missed.
Parent Contact Info: __________________ ________________________________________
Phone Email (Please Print)
I prefer contact by phone E-mail
*Note: this syllabus is subject to change. The most current version will be kept on the course website.
2013-14
Teacher: Mr. Aprill Email: [email protected]
Office: (920) 994-9193 ext. 160 Course Website: http://www.rlhsaprill.weebly.com/
After Hours Help: (920) 550-1527 (Voice Mail or Text)
PBIS Expectations Be Here: Have regular attendance. Be on time.
Tardy Policy: Students not in the classroom after the final bell has rung are considered tardy. This includes having to return to your locker after the bells to get materials you should have brought the first time.
1) 1st tardy--verbal warning)
2) 2nd tardy-- teacher/student conference
3) 3rd tardy & each successive tardy: detention with the teacher
4) In addition, students who accumulate 4 tardies in a quarter will be referred for a behavioral plan.
*Students will only be admitted tardy 1st hour with an office pass.
Be Prepared: Bring necessary materials for class. Take care of business before class. Have homework completed with quality and on time.
Required materials
1) Black or Blue Pen OR a pencil
2) Red Pen
3) Assignment Notebook
4) 3-Ring Binder
5) Completed homework
6) Text Book
7) Calculator (As needed)
Homework will be assigned most nights. If no work is assigned, you should be studying. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced. Work not completed by the start of class may be considered late. Late work may be deducted 10% each day it is late. Students will be complete a MOTL sheet. The MOTL will be sent to you study hall teacher for work completion.
Absent work should be completed within 2 days of returning to school.
Complete advanced excuse forms if you know you will be absent ahead of time.
Be Respectful: Honor your classmates right to hold different opinions than your own. Work on materials for the class you are in. Listen when others talk. Follow teacher’s instructions first time asked. Use electronic devices in class only when part of the activity. Questioning a teacher is welcomed when done at the appropriate time and with a respectful tone.
If you have a cell phone on you, it must be off and stowed away. Electronic devices such as ipods may be used at times with the permission of the teacher.
1st offence: you will be asked to power off the device and give it to the teacher. You may pick it up at the end of class. 2nd offense: pick up at the end of the day. 3rd offense: device will be given to the principle to be picked up.
Be Positive: Use appropriate language. Support each other with praise and recognition. Have positive class attitude.
“Ram Buck” Benefits
1) A positive phone call home (1 ram buck)
2) An extra day to prepare for and take a quiz (2 ram bucks)
3) An extra day to prepare for and take a test (3 ram bucks)
*Note, I reserve the right to change the benefits listed above. Items may be added to the list during the school year. The current list will always be up-to-date on the website.
GRADING
Percentage of Points Earned
93-100 A 87-89 B+ 77-79 C+ 67-69 D+ Below 60 F
90-92 A- 83-86 B 73-76 C 63-66 D
80-82 B- 70-72 C- 60-62 D-
Points are determined by total points. Examples are listed below:
- Participation/Behavior/Preparation
- Notes/Notebook/Science Journal**
- Tests & Quizzes
- Individual/Group Assignments
- Labs
- Projects/Reports/Presentations.
- COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM (10% of Each Semester Grade)
Health, Wellness, Going Green Fair (April 12th 11 am – 3 pm)
APRIL 12th 11 am – 3 pm students will be required to attend the “Health, Wellness, & Going Green Fair” and participate in a project related to the fair. We cover various topics related to renewable energy, energy in general, analyzing data, making recommendations based on data, and problem solving during the course of Earth Science. If a student is unable to attend/participate in the fair due to a school conflict or illness, they will be given an alternative assignment comparable to the time and standards missed. The following “Wisconsin’s Model Academic Standards for Science” are covered: D.12.3, D.12.9, D.12.10, D.12.12, E.12.1, H.12.1, & H.12.6.
Students will not be required to be present the entire time for the fair, but are expected to arrange for project set up and take down. Students are permitted to work alone or with a group on their project.
Students concurrently enrolled in Earth Science and Biology will only work on one project. However, those students may be given 1-2 additional components to tie their project to both courses.
Cell Phone Policy: No student should have a cell phone on them with the power on. If I suspect a student of using a cell phone I will ask to see if the power is on or off. If it is on, you have violated the policy. The only exception is when you are specifically granted permission to use your phone by the teacher for a class activity. 1) 1st offense: you will be asked to power your phone down and put it away.
2) 2nd offense: you will be asked to power your phone down and give to the teacher. You will be asked to pick up your phone at the end of the day. This may result in an office referral documenting it is a second offense.
3) 3rd offense and any additional offenses: you will be asked to power your phone down and give to the teacher. I will turn the phone over to the principle with documentation of three offenses.
Other Electronic Devices: Other electronic devices may or may not be allowed in class. Please ask for permission prior to using tablets, lap tops, mp3 players, ipods, etc. No electronic devices including cell phones may interfere with the teaching or learning in the class.
Help
1) Students if you need help or have a questions feel free to call or text 920-550-1527.
2) Parents, you may use this number as well. Please include in your voice mail the name of your child.
3) Remember, you also have study hall, before school, and after school as well. If using study hall, obtain a pass ahead of time from me. It is suggested that you make an appointment for before or after school help.
Subject to Change: please note that the syllabus is subject to change. Any changes will be announced in class and posted to the course website.
If you have any concerns during the year, please feel free to call me at Random Lake High School, 920-994-9193 and leave a message. (The best way to reach me by phone is my Google voice mail. You also may email me at [email protected]. Also, please be aware that I teach in both the high school and middle school and it may be difficult at times to reach me during the day. I will return your call as soon as possible.
Mr. Aprill
Earth Science--Syllabus Contract
Please sign below acknowledging that you have read the syllabus.
__________________________
Student Name
____________________________________ ________________
Student Signature Date
Signing by student indicates that they have read and reviewed the syllabus.
____________________________________
Parent Signature
Signing indicates that you have reviewed the syllabus
____________________________________
Parent Signature
Signing, indicates that I am aware that my son/daughter is required to attend & participate in the Health, Wellness, Going Green Fair on April 12th, 2014 11 am – 3 pm. If a student is unable to attend/participate in the fair due to a school conflict or illness, they will be given an alternative assignment comparable to the time and standards missed.
Parent Contact Info: __________________ ________________________________________
Phone Email (Please Print)
I prefer contact by phone E-mail
*Note: this syllabus is subject to change. The most current version will be kept on the course website.