Science 9 Course Outline Semester 2/2014-2015
FI Sciences 9 – Mr. Hostetler () Room A223
UNITS COVERED Unit test date (approx.)
1. Reproduction Thursday, February 26th
2. Matter Wednesday, April 8th
3. Electricity Wednesday, May 6th
4. Space Wednesday, June 3rd
MARKING SCHEME
Safety 5%
Quality of French 5%
Labs (8 total, 2 per unit) 15%
Quizzes/ Unit Tests 35%
Assignments/Projects 20%
Final Exam 20%
100%
PASS MARK = 60%
Late policy: All assignments (excluding major projects/assignments) not handed in on time are subject to the policy outlined below.
· For every day an assignment is late, 10% (to a maximum of 40%) is deducted from the student’s overall mark.
· Failure to complete the work will result in an administrative referral.
Major Assignment Late Policy:
· One day late - students can achieve a maximum of 60% of the total assigned value.
· Once the assigned work meets the teacher's expectations, studentswill receive a maximum of 60% of the total assigned value.
EXPECTATIONS: We respect each other and work together to be successful together.
Student:
1. Attend class regularly and on time.
2. Bring course materials (textbook, binder, lined paper, pencil/pen and notebook) every day.
3. Participate in class, work to their ability and encourage others to do so.
4. Be organized and aware of quiz, assignment and test dates.
5. Obtain notes (from students) and handouts (from teacher) if time is missed.
6. To report at noon to write a test/quiz, which you missed, upon returning to school.
7. Attend and ask for extra-help when necessary.
8. To speak only French in class (a mark will be given for quality of French, oral and written).
Parent/Guardian:
1. Be aware of homework, marks and attendance.
2. Provide help to son/daughter when requested.
Teacher:
1. Provide a positive learning environment.
2. Provide communication of marks (mini-reports once a month).
3. Provide extra help weekly by appointment, on Tuesday and Thursday (A223).
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*Homework will be posted on a Wiki Space: http://mhostetler.wikispaces.com/
Students are expected to check the website if they miss class.*
Un des règlements des classes d’immersion à LHHS est de parler seulement français avec l’enseignant ainsi qu’avec les autres élèves dans la classe.
Je, ______accepte de respecter le règlement ci-dessus afin de progresser dans mon apprentissage du français dans mes classes d’immersion. Je comprends que des mesures disciplinaires seront appliquées.
The IMMERSION PROGRAM at the high school level aims at developing, in the Anglophone student, the ability to comprehend and use the French language as a communication tool in various daily life situations (N.B. curriculum guide).
Your son/daughter has been asked to translate and read this part to you. By signing, he/she accepts the responsibility to follow it. We are hopeful that students will comply with FRENCH ONLY IN THE CLASSROOM. Disciplinary actions will be taken for those who fail to speak French. With your support and encouragement, your son /daughter’s ability in French will improve significantly.
Dear parents and students of LHHS Science: January 2015
The safety of our students in science labs and using lab equipment is top priority at LHHS. To ensure the students safety in the lab, students are trained in proper safety procedure, general fire safety, and WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System). Students must write a safety quiz that has a required pass mark of 75% before they are permitted to participate in labs.
A second requirement of our safety program is the signing of the safety contract (see below). We ask that you read these guidelines and show your support for your son or daughter by signing the contract.
Thirdly, students are asked to pay a $2.00 lab fee to cover the cost of consumable goods for the semester.
When all of the above are complete, your son or daughter will be able to participate fully in the lab component of their Science course.
Thanking you for your support,
Mr. Brent Jewett, Science SPR
Science 9 Course Outline Semester 2/2014-2015
LHHS LAB SAFETY CONTRACT
As a science student at LHHS, I, ______, agree to follow the safety procedures learned in class and abide by the guidelines below.
Ø I will act in a mature and responsible manner at all times.
Ø I will dress in a manner that is appropriate for the lab - no contact lenses, no open footwear, and no short-sleeve shirts or shirts that expose the belly.
Ø I will use all equipment with due care and diligence.
Ø I will do my best to protect myself and others from harm and danger.
Ø I will follow instructions, including wearing eye protection, at all times.
Ø I will report all spills and clean up the spill.
Ø I will report any injuries or any dangerous situations to the teacher.
Ø I will keep my work area uncluttered and clean all equipment when the lab work is complete.
Ø I am aware of the location and use of the emergency shower, eyewash station, the fire blanket and the fire extinguisher.
Ø I will exit the building via the fire exit when the fire alarm sounds.
Ø I will refrain from eating and drinking in the lab.
If you have any questions or concerns you may contact myself or the Science SPR, Mr. Brent Jewett, at 457-6898.
Mr. Hostetler: M. Hostetler FI Sciences 9
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I have read and understood the course outline, French contract & Lab Safety contract.
Student Signature: ______
Parent Signature: ______