Grade 9 Science
Course Outline
Teacher: Ms. MaierEmail:
Website: http://hrsbstaff.ednet.ns.ca/bmaier
Textbook: Science Power 9
Course Overview
Grade 9 Science covers 4 areas of Science; Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Astronomy. The course is divided into Four Units: Atoms and Elements, Reproduction, Characteristics of Electricity and Space Exploration. The grade 9 Science outcomes for each unit can be found on my website.
Assessment
During each term, students will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum outcomes through unit tests, quizzes, assignments, projects and the completion of lab activities.
Marks
Tests, quizzes, assignments and lab activities will marked by outcome. Each outcome will be marked on a scale of 1 – 4.
§ 4– In-depth knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Able to extend the application of related skills.
§ 3 – Competent knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Appropriate application of the related skills.
§ 2 – Developing knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Developing in the application of the related skills.
§ 1 – Limited knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Limited application of related skills.
Students receiving 1s or 2s on assessments are encouraged to attend extra-help. Extra-help will be offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays at lunch.
§ At the end of each term a percentage grade is calculated from the outcome marks.
Supplies Needed
§ Pencil/Pen§ Ruler
§ Lined Paper / § Binder
§ Coloured Pencils
Tests and Quizzes
Unit tests will take place at the end of each unit. Students will be provided with an outline at least one week in advance.
Quizzes will take place periodically throughout each unit. The aim of these quizzes is to help students assess their understanding of the material in smaller chunks before the end of unit test.
Homework
Homework will be listed on the homework page on my website.
Assignments
Assignments will not be accepted 1 week after the due date, unless there are extenuating circumstances. If a student needs an extension for a due date they should contact the teacher and explain the circumstances before the due date.
Having work handed in on time allows students to receive feed back on their progress in the course in a timely fashion.
Marks will be recorded in Power School. Parents and students are encouraged to check Power School on a regular basis.
Website
Students, parents and guardians are encouraged to check my website on a regular basis. I will be adding links to test, quiz and assignment outlines and class notes as material is covered in class.
Parent/Guardian - Teacher Communication
To facilitate communication with parents and guardians, I will be sending out periodic updates for Math and Science. The updates outline the material that was covered the previous week, the plan for the following week, upcoming assignments and tests and reminders of important dates.
I am looking forward to working with you and your child this year. If you have any questions at any point in the year please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Belinda Maier
Grade 8 and 9 Teacher
Herring Cove Junior High School