11th and 12 Grade Physics Syllabus
Mr. Hay
2010 - 2011
A. Physics
Physics is the branch of knowledge that studies the physical world. Physicists investigate objects as small as atoms and as large as galaxies. They study the natures of matter and energy and how they are related. Physics is the gateway for the medical field, engineering, architecture, etc. This Physics class is taught as college preparation class, hopefully preparing you for the college classroom. There will be a lot of lecture and discussion, regular assignments, Lab work and homework. The tests are all closed book. Prerequisites for this class would be a B or higher in Algebra I.
B. Grading
Your grade will be determined from a percentage of points possible. For example, if you were to earn 850 points out of a possible 1000, you would have an 85% average, and earn a B on your report card. My grading scale runs as follows:
100 - 95 = A | 76 - 74 = C |
94 - 90 = A- | 73 - 70 = C- |
89 - 87 = B+ | 69 - 67 = D+ |
86 - 84 = B | 66 - 60 = D |
83 - 80 = B- | 59 - 0 = F |
79 - 77 = C+ |
C. Absences
Attendance is very important. Missed class means missed work and the explanation that goes along with that work. More than ten absences, excused or unexcused, in a semester may mean losing credit for this class!
D. Tardiness
My class starts at the bell and ends at the bell. Therefore, you are tardy if you are not in your seat when the bell rings. You are also tardy if you come to class unprepared and have to return to your locker to get school materials. If you are more than ten minutes late for class you will be counted absent for that period. More than three times tardy per quarter means 1/2-hour detention for the fourth tardy and so on.
E. Assignments and Homework
Daily work is an important part of your grade. In fact, your daily work may affect your grade even more then your tests! It is expected that your work will be finished and turned in on time.
F. Science Notebook
You will need a three-ring binder or a spiral notebook to keep your lecture/lab notes neat and organized. Your notebook is a major part of your final grade and will be turned in and graded at the end of each quarter.
G. Make up Work
If you are absent, it is your responsibility to get the make up work from me the day of your return and recopy any missed lecture notes from your friends. You will have two days to make up work for every day you miss of class. For example, if you are gone two days and return on a Monday, you would have four days to make the work up and your work would be due Friday at the beginning of class. If you miss a test due to an absence the test will be made up the following Wednesday morning at
H. What I Expect From You
1. Raise your hand. 3. Participate in discussions.
2. Ask questions if you are confused. 4. Follow room rules.
I. Room Rules
1. An unexcused tardy or coming to class unprepared results in a tardy.
2. Do not sit on desks or counters.
3. Cheating on tests, assignments, homework, etc. will result in a zero.
4. No bathroom or drinks during class unless it is an emergency.
5. Cabinets, lab stockroom, and my desk are off limits.
6. No talking during tests, announcements, individual work assignments, and lectures. Raise your hand please!
7. General discipline procedure:
(a) I will give you a warning. (c) I will assign another 1/2-hour detention.
(b) I will assign 1/2-hour detention. (d) Office referral. *
*Instructor has the option of "speeding up" the process for exceptional misconduct (See student handbook).
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