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Integrated Science Syllabus for 2014-2015

*This syllabus needs to be kept in your notebook/binder at all times throughout the entire school year*

Welcome to Integrated Science! My name is Mrs. MacNeill and I am looking forward to working with all
of you this school year. As in all your classes this year, success in science requires time and hard work.
I believe that every student in this class can be successful if he or she does the following:
Ask questions
Is punctual and hands in assignments
Welcomes challenges and works together
Contacting Mrs. MacNeill:
Voicemail #: 856-358-2054 ext. 3187 Room: 404
Email Address: emacneill@pittsgrove.net

Program Description
This is an inquiry based lab science course to introduce main ideas in Chemistry and Physics. Chemistry involves an
introductory study of matter and the changes that it undergoes. The course content includes the study of the
identification of elements, chemical reactions, and chemical bonding. The physics portion of the course will involve
introductory studies of matter and energy, forces and motion. It will also include studies such as Newtonian mechanics,
kinetic and potential energy, light and sound.

Class Materials
In order to be considered prepared you are required EVERYDAY to have:
Textbook:
Writing utensil (pen or pencil)
Assignment or Homework for that day
AND
Three ring binder (at least one inch) used for warm-ups, notes, and handouts
A pack of loose leaf paper

Grading Policy

70% major: tests (2x), labs, long-term assignments, lab summaries, essays, projects
25% minor: quizzes (2x), homework, classwork, rough drafts
5% Midterm Exams

Semester Grades:

90% Marking Period Grade
10% Final

Tests:
Tests will be given at the end of almost every unit
Test will count as DOUBLE!!
Quizzes:
Quizzes will also count TWICE
Pop quizzes may be given, therefore, make sure you look over and know the material
Projects:
A variety of projects will occur both individually and in groups
Time in class may be given for both individual and group projects
Will vary in type and size, details for each project will be given at the time of the assignment


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Notebooks:
You will have notebook checks, so please, keep good notes, keep all worksheets, and keep them in
order. This will allow you to do your best on this checks
You will be required to keep a table of contents and will earn points for this page
Try your best to stay organized.


Homework:
Homework comes in many forms. It can include worksheets, lab reports, current events, questions from
the book, and other various assignments.
Homework is due the day after it is assignment unless otherwise stated.
Class work/Group work:
Small group activities will occur during the periods
At times grades for group work will be given as a group (each member must contribute towards the
final grade) other times grades will be individual. (you will be told before the activity how you will be
graded)
Class work will be done in class and due at the end of the period.

Absences
You will have as many school days as you are absent to make up missed assignments.
YOU are responsible for obtaining and turning in all assigned work. My goal is to maintain a classroom website
where all resources can be found as well.
Contact Mrs. MacNeill via email or phone if you have any questions.

Late Work
Work must be turned in on the DAY and TIME assigned. Otherwise, the work is late.
Late work will not receive full credit. Students will lose points (based on my
discretion) every day an assignment is late.
Students may schedule different due dates for assignments with Mrs. MacNeill if
they have been absent or have other acceptable reasons to not submit work on time.

Cheating/Plagiarism
DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT! Automatic zero and referred to the disciplinarian in charge. Please refer to the schools
strict Code of Student Content. Academic dishonesty (e.g. cheating, copying, and plagiarizing) will not be tolerated. You
will receive a 0 on any assignment that is deemed academically dishonest. All incidences or academic dishonesty will be
referred to both the principal and your parent/guardian.

Class Procedures
At the beginning of each class:
There will be a warm-up activity to complete which is posted on the front board. Sit down in YOUR seat and begin
the assignment silently and immediately. During some days or weeks the warm-ups will be collected and reviewed,
so make sure they are completed.
After warm up:
Instructions for the day will be given and the ENTIRE class will participate in the class activities.
At the end of each Class:
We will review key concepts of the day and review assignments for the day. Class ends only when Mrs. MacNeill
dismisses you, NOT WHEN THE BELL RINGS!

Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices
Cellular phones, I-pods, radios, and other electronic devices should not be seen in class unless they are
being used to reinforce academic assignments. In most cases, teacher will try to notify the students ahead
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of time if it is necessary to bring any of these items to class. The electronic devices are to be used at the TEACHERS
DISCRECTION.

Technology
There will be multiple opportunities and assignments throughout the school year that require the use of a computer or
the internet. Such examples include but are not limited to prezis, podcasts, research, current events and student
centered slideshows. Please let me know if you do not have access to either BEFORE the assignment is due. Other
arrangements such as using your local library, school library, or peers computer will then be arranged.
Extra Help
I am here to help you, but it is your job to ask for help. I am usually available before school on a daily basis or and any
other day and time by appointment.

6 Simple Classroom Rules for Success:

1. Be respectful: Treat others the way you want to be treated.
You earn respect by giving respect. For example, not talking
when others are talking would be showing respect.
2. Be prepared & try your BEST: That means arriving on time
with ALL materials needed for class (writing utensil, paper,
binder, books)
3. Raise your hand: To respond to questions, to take part in
class discussions, to get out of your seat for any reason, to
ask questions
4. Bathroom passes: You will get 5. Use them wisely! Once you
use them you have no more! You need to be in the classroom
for learning to take place!
5. Preserve a positive learning environment: Student
actions that interfere with teaching or learning in the
classroom will NOT be tolerated. Use class time to learn
science Please do not spend your time grooming, sleeping, talking, writing notes, playing cards,
listening to you Ipod, text-messaging friends, or doing work for other classes.
6. Take responsibility for your actions: If you are confronted about a rule infraction, own up to
it. Dont deny it, lie about it, or blame someone else. Take responsibility for missed assignments.
At the end of class, you are to clean up your work area. This includes desk clean, in line with rows, and
any trash on the floor or on desktop picked up and placed in the trashcan.


Note: All handbook rules will be enforced. Please read your handbook. Students that choose to break these rules, choose to have points taken away from
their learning readiness grade, and face the possibility of additional consequences.












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After Reading the above Expectations and Guidelines for this Integrated Science Course:

Please sign and remove this sheet so the student can receive his/her first homework grade
for the 2014/2015 School Year!

Student Responsibility: The guidelines previously described and below in addition to the rules described in
your student handbook, must be followed at all times. These rules are designed to provide you, the student,
with the best possible learning experience. Breaking any of these rules while in Mrs. MacNeills classroom will
result in disciplinary action. Your signature below indicates that you have read and understand the rules and
procedures described in this document.

Student Name ___________________________________


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Student Signature Date










Parent/Guardian Responsibility: (You are part of this course too!) It is the responsibility of the parent to ask
questions about what he/she did in class, what homework they have, how the course is going, and if they
need any extra help with the course. I will strive to keep an open dialogue with you about his/her progress.
Please contact me with any problems, questions, or negative/positive feedback. PLEASE DO NOT wait!!!

Parent/Guardian Name(s) ___________________________________


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Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Parent/ Guardian Contact Information:

Best to Contact (Circle): Home Cell Work Email
This syllabus
is subject to
change!!
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Home Number Cell Phone Number

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Work Number Email Address

*PLEASE INCLUDE EMAIL IF POSSIBLE I WILL SEND OUT WEEKLY UPDATES ON WHAT TO EXPECT FOR THE WK*