Dr.

Scruggs Physical Science 2017-2018

Thomasville High School Course Syllabus

Course: Physical Science

Instructor: Dr. Shirley Scruggs (D5) Period Class

Phone: (229) 225-2634 1st Planning
email: scruggss@tcitys.org 2nd Physical Science
3rd Physical Science
4th Physics
5th Physical Science
2nd Lunch
6th Physical Science
7th Advanced Physical Science

Description: Physical Science is a year-long introductory course covering basic concepts

in chemistry, physics, and math of science. This course prepares the
students to meet and exceed the requirements for mastery of the Georgia
Milestones (EOC). Physical Science provides a foundation for all other
science courses.

Textbook (s): Glencoe Physical Science $75 (Amazon $110)

Supplemental and ancillary materials will be teacher supplied.
There is a classroom set of text books; however, homework may be
assigned from a variety of text books.

Materials: Notebook with pockets for lab reports

Loose-Leaf paper
Spiral Notebook
Blue or Black Ink pens only
Pencils for labs, tests, and exams

Comments:
Tests are given approximately every other week or following a unit completion.
Students are expected to complete some form of formative assessment daily
Quizzes can be given at any time (most are announced) and will reflect homework
assignments.
Students have homework daily, if not given a written assignment, then students are
expected to review the material covered in class that day.
Students are required to follow laboratory safety procedures.
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Grading Policy and Evaluations

Grading. Generally: All grades will be on a 100 scale; however, grades are weighted based on
the following school policy:

Assignment Percent of Your

Final Grade

Tests/Assessments 30 %

Projects/Assignments/Classwork 20 %

Quizzes 25%

Benchmarks/Finals/Nine Weeks 20%

Homework /Class Participation

5%

Note: There will be opportunities to earn bonus points.

Late Assignments:
Assignments are due at the beginning of class on the due date (to be placed in the assignment
box). Students will receive a letter grade/day deduction for late assignments. Remember that it
is always better to turn in an assignment late than not at all.

Absent students must still hand in pre-assigned assignments on due dates (unless otherwise
discussed) or the next present day. If students are absent on the date an assignment is
assigned, 2 extra days will be allowed for that assignment. Note: Afterschool arrangements
may be necessary for missed quizzes, tests, or labs. Make-up quizzes and tests will cover the
same information but may be different and are often in a different format than the original quiz or
test. It is YOUR responsibility to pre-arrange a time after school to make up any Test or
Quiz.

Absent students please check the homework board, absent-assignment box (your name will be
on the assignment), and/or class Secretary or President.
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Note: Missed Work is the Responsibility of the STUDENT!

You never gave it to me will not excuse the zero if you did not ASK, check the board and
assignment box, or come after school to make-up the assignment.

Scheduled Test:
Being absent from school the day before a known test will not excuse you the day
of the test unless extenuating circumstances warrant an extension.

Class Expectations
1. Obey all School Rules (Handbook). No cell phones - unless they are required for
instruction.

2. Adhere to the 3 Ps Present, Positive, and Prepared.

3. Be Respectful and Responsible.

4. Attend to all personal needs before class (Mandatory teacher detention for any student
generated reason to leave class).

5. No food or drinks are allowed in class.

6. Use Blue or Black ink only.

7. Labs are written in pencil.

8. Use appropriate and academic language.

9. Everyone participates (no sleeping).

10. Everyone achieves academically.

Academic Dishonesty: Cheating will result in a grade of zero!

Discipline: The following actions will be taken for non-compliance with classroom expectations:

1. Re-direction

2. Warning and Parent contact

3. Assignment of teacher detention (Failure to report will result in an administrative referral).

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4. Egregious acts requiring immediate attention will result in an immediate administrative
referral.