AP Physics I
S. H. Rider High School
COURSE INFORMATION
Teacher: Mr. Henderson Classroom: Room 257
Phone: (940) 235-1077, Rider main office Email:
Conference Time: 11:06 - 11:51 AM Tutoring Hours: MTWRF 3:00-4:00 pm
Class Website: www.wfisd.net/bhenderson
Instructional Materials: College Physics by Knight, Jones, and Field
Format: This course will include lectures, in-class activities, labs, discussions, and problem solving sessions. Most assignments will be completed individually but there will be many opportunities for cooperative work with a partner or group.
Required Materials:
· Pen (black or blue ink only) & Pencil
· 3 Ring Binder (1 inch or 1.5 inch) or Folder
· 3-Subject college ruled spiral (for taking unit notes and doing homework)
· Calculator (Scientific required, Graphing Calculator highly recommended)
· A small laboratory binder (.5 inch)
Class Rules:
1. Students will come to class on time with all *necessary materials*.
2. Students will be respectful of the teacher and each other at all times.
3. Students will be actively engaged in the learning process by participating in all classroom activities.
*Textbook and calculator are needed every day*
In addition, all Rider High School rules and policies will be enforced in the classroom- no cell phone use or music devices (unless authorized by Mr. Henderson).
There is a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY with cell phones and other unapproved electronic devices. Their use during a test, exam, or quiz will result in confiscation and an automatic grade of 0.
AP Physics I
S. H. Rider High School
Consequences
1. Verbal warning
2. Seating change
3. Conference with teacher
4. Parental Contact
5. D-Hall / Administrative D-Hall
6. Office referral
Rewards
1. Verbal praise
2. Positive Parent Contact
3. Music Privileges
4. Rider PRIDE tickets
5. Various other rewards throughout the year
AP Physics I
S. H. Rider High School
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SEVERE CLAUSE – Students will be immediately sent to the office with a referral form for gross misbehavior (practicing unsafe lab procedure, defying teacher authority, insubordination, abusive/foul language, etc.)
Lab Rules: Laboratory rules MUST be followed. See your lab safety contract. Horseplay in a lab setting will not be tolerated and will result in a zero for that activity, and possible disciplinary action. Any serious infraction in lab will result in an immediate office referral.
Grading: Grades will be accessible through Skyward and will be updated weekly. The two general types of grades in this course and how they will be scored are as follows:
· Major: 70% There will be two to four exams each grading period in this course.
Note: Exams can, and will, include items from previous units. It is, therefore, imperative that you keep up on not only what we are doing at present, but continually review previous material. This is especially true at the AP level.
· Daily: 30% Daily grades will include items such as labs, homework, or quizzes. There will be 8 of these, at a minimum, each grading period. Homework will be assigned and completed utilizing the textbook and the Mastering Physics website. Students who have no home internet access can ask for and receive the equivalent assignment in the book. However, they will be missing important assignment aspects such as tutorials, and immediate feedback. Therefore, I highly recommend utilizing school computers in the library before or after school as necessary.
Tutorials: I am available before and after school almost every day for any student needing assistance. Official tutorials are Monday and Wednesday from 3:00PM – 4:00PM. I can also work with individual students during my conference period and/or lunch if needed.
Absences: Whenever you know you will be absent, please ask for your work BEFORE the absence so that you will not fall behind. When you are absent unexpectedly, it is YOUR responsibility to get the notes and work you missed the day you return from being absent. It is also recommended you attend the next available tutoring session for additional help. If you are absent the day an assignment is due, the assignment is due on the day you return to school (at the start of the class period). Missed quizzes/tests must be made up by the next quiz/test or within five school days following the absence.
Late Work Policy: All assignments must be handed in on time. LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All work will be returned to the student after grading so the student can check for accuracy.
Tardiness: Tardy students will receive a D-hall every time they are tardy to class.
This is an AP course, which will demand your concentration & dedication. If, at any time, you find yourself struggling in this class, please talk with me. If there is anything I can do to make your year at Rider a better experience, please let me know. I am here to assist you in your education. I will do whatever is necessary to ensure that you have a positive learning experience while enrolled in this course. If you have problems (school related or otherwise), my door is always open and I am just a phone call or email away.
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