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Welcome to Earth Science!. Ms. Wenzel 2013-14. Course Expectations. In Class…. Notebook/iPad. Homework. Your “Road map” to success!!!. Be Prepared, On-time and ready to work @ the bell. Everything you need to succeed will be found here.
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Welcome to Earth Science! Ms. Wenzel 2013-14
Course Expectations In Class… Notebook/iPad Homework Your “Road map” to success!!! Be Prepared, On-time and ready to work @ the bell Everything you need to succeed will be found here You have to BE HERE to have the best shot at SUCCESS! In-formal lab write-ups but you can not sit for the June 2014 Regents exam without doing your lab work! Supports the work we do in class – pay close attention to the homework schedule and the concept of “freebies” Attendance Labs
Class Website Get Class Notes when you are absent www.wenzel126.info Log-on for specific homework assignments
Castle Learning Homework will be assigned regularly on this extremely helpful site. Assignments will often be counted as a test or a quiz. www.castlelearning.com
Use of iPads Being distributed when? How will we use it in class?
Cell Phones Not allowed in class Must be on “silent” if in your possession Strict “If I see it, I take it” policy Know the tricks…
Cheating Unacceptable Taken seriously Will be pursued…
Personal Information Card Please provide the following information • Name • Home Address • Home Phone • Parent/Guardian’s Name (First & Last) • Place a star • Parent/Guardian’s contact number (s) • Guidance Counselor • Hobbies/Interests/Sports/Clubs • Favorite thing about science?
This folder will stay in class at all times! Lab Folder Full Name • Will hold ALL graded labs • Periodic Lab Folder reviews will take place • You can see your graded labs @ extra help if needed
Earth Science Reference Table “The Ultimate Cheat Sheet” • Used on every test & quiz in class • Used on your midterm • Used on regents exam • We will hi-lite as we learn • Watch the “scooch-factor”!
Lab Grading You MUST meet the NYS Regents Exam Lab Requirement • Approximately 10 labs will be done each quarter • Handed in on due date or automatic 10 point penalty • Have 5 class days to complete a late lab – then it drops to automatic 0 (zero) • Must make-up all late labs to get regents credit • BE SMART!!!!!
Let’s Rock! Looking forward to a great year!
Books Review Book Text Book • Nightly assignments • Must be in class to get credit • YOU will purchase it at school store when it arrives • Goes home and stays there • Very few assignments • Only bring in answers