Materials Needed I require the use of a notebook for class notes. You
will also need an adequate supply of notebook paper, a pad of graph paper
or engineering graph paper, pencils, colored pencils or pens, protractor,
and a scientific or graphing calculator (TI-84 Plus Silver Edition recommended).
Attendance Policy The school policy as stated in the student handbook will
be followed.
Tardies The school policy as stated in the student handbook will
be followed.
Grading Scale Grading will be based on total points for the grading
period. The grading scale will be as follows:
100%-93%
A
76%-73%
C
92%-90% A-
72%-70% C-
89%-87% B+
69%-67% D+
86%-83% B
66%-60% D
82%-80% B-
59%-0% F
79%-77% C+
Homework, Tests, and Quizzes Doing physics is a very important part of learning
physics, therefore, homework will be assigned almost everyday. Homework
will be corrected and discussed the next day. Homework will be collected
when needed. Tests and quizzes will be given when needed. Tests will be
announced before they will be given. Tests (60%) will be the majority of
the grade, homework (20%), projects, and labs (20%).
Teacher Philosophy It is my goal to maintain a classroom atmosphere that
is conducive to the study of physics, and to explain all concepts to the
best of my ability, in or out of the classroom. I can provide the environment
and guidance but cannot learn for you the student. You are responsible for
your learning.
I believe that a student cannot learn self discipline unless he or she
has been disciplined in a firm, consistent and fair manner. I will run
my class accordingly. Remember, every student in this room has the right
to an education without disruptive influences or distractions of any kind
form other students. I as a teacher have the right to teach without the
same disruptions or distractions from students.
Detach Here and Return to Teacher
I have received a copy of the classroom procedures for
the AP Physics class.
