Welcome to Science Class !
Teacher - Mr. Joseph Henshaw
ext - 503
St. Joseph Regional Elementary School – 2011-2012
Science – Grades 6,7,8
Homeroom – 8B
Classroom Rules:
It is imperative that students conduct themselves properly at all times. Good manners and respect toward everyone is expected.
Class Schedules:
A class schedule has been given to every student. Students will have the same class at the same time each day.
Supplies:
Initial supplies have been purchased through the school. Additional supplies may be purchased every Tuesday. It is your child’s responsibility to replenish supplies as needed.
All students are expected to be prepared for class every day. This means that they are to have necessary supplies and books with them when they come to class. No students will be permitted to return to their lockers for forgotten items.
Assignments:
Every student is expected to complete all assignments. Failure to hand in or complete assignments will result in point deductions. No assignment will be accepted after the second day. Projects will not be accepted after their due dates. Students will have at least two weeks to complete several small projects that will be assigned throughout the school year. Missed assignments are expected to be made up.
Grading:
Grading for the year will be as follows:
Tests and Projects (projects will be equal to 2 test grades) - 40%
Quizzes - 30% Homework - 20% Class Participation - 5% Cooperation - 5%
Absenteeism and Lateness:
It is imperative that your child attend school regularly. Failure to do so will greatly hinder your child’s progress. A request for homework when your child is absent must be made early in the day so that your request can be honored. If you choose not to request an assignment, it will be your child’s responsibility to see me for any missed assignments upon his/her return.
If you are planning a family vacation when school is in session, please inform all of your child’s teachers at least one week in advance.
All students must report to school by 7:45 am. We have already begun classes by 8:05am and coming in late can be a distraction to all.
Homework:
Your child will get homework at the most 4 days a week. the homework will be graded weekly as one grade. If a child misses one homework, they will get 3/4=75%, Two homework assignments missing would receive 2/4=50%, etc.. I always grade off a 4 homework a week scale even though they may have had only 3 homework assignments.
Tests:
Your child will have a minimum of three days notice prior to having a major test. If your child is absent for the test review, he/she will be given one day upon coming back to school to prepare for a make-up test. If your child is present for the review, but absent on the day of testing, he/she will be expected to take the test upon return to school.
Quizzes are given orally and randomly, therefore your child is expected to study every evening. Missed quizzes are not made up.
Sharing answers with classmates on tests, quizzes, or any other assignment will not be tolerated. The result will be a zero.
Folder Check: Folders will
be checked at the end of every marking period. All tests and quizzes must be
signed. Students will receive extra
credit for having all required signed papers in their folders. Please do not throw out any stray science
papers without first asking your children.
Curriculum:
6th grade will study earth science.
7th grade students will begin the year studying life science
8th grade will be studying physical science.
