1. Earth Science Syllabus
West Hollow Middle School
Teacher: Ms. Gill Class website: MsGill.hhh.site.eboard.com
Extra Help: Please see my Eboard e-mail: ggill@hhh.k12.ny.us
Welcome: Welcome to Honors Earth Science. My name is Ms. Gill and I will be your
teacher and guide through the Earth Science curriculum. The Earth Science course
is a High School Regents level course, therefore prepare for a fun, interesting and
challenging year. If you stay organized, current, work hard, practice good study
habits and ask questions you will meet your goals with great success.
Supplies:
o A two inch 3-ring binder divided into 5 sections: Notes, Classwork,
Homework, Lab Work, Signed Quizzes and Tests
o #2 pencils with erasers
o A basic set of Colored Pencils
o Black or blue ink pens
o Highlighter
o Protractor
o Non-programmable basic function calculator
o Looseleaf paper
o 3x5 index cards
o School supplied plan book for assignments due dates etc.
Resources:
o Textbook: Earth Science- The physical Setting
o The Earth Science Reference Table (ESRT)
o Class website: MsGill.hhh.site.eboard.com
Honors Earth Science Curriculum:
• Prologue: The Physical Setting
• Energy • Landscapes and the Water
• Astronomy Cycle
• Earth’s Dimensions • Interpreting Geologic History
• Rocks and Minerals • Weather and Climate
• Plate Tectonics and • Environmental Awareness
Earthquakes • Regents Review
• Surface Processes

2. Earth Science Syllabus
West Hollow Middle School
5 Simple Class Rules:
1. Respect yourself, other students, school property, and the teacher (substitutes
too) at all times.
2. Do not interfere with another student’s right to learn.
3. Come to class prepared with all materials each day (including an open mind and a
positive attitude).
4. Class begins the moment the bell rings. All students should be seated in their
assigned seats, and working on the “Do Now” when the bell rings. An official
pass must accompany all late arrivals.
5.Always follow all safety rules in the laboratory and classroom (i.e. absolutely no
eating or drinking in the classroom at any time).
***These are in addition to all school rules in the School Code of Conduct and Student-
Parent Handbook***
Grading Policy: All work counts towards your grade. Failing labs must be redone accurately
(for New York State lab folder purposes only) in order to sit for the Regents exam. All
quizzes and tests will require a parent/guardian signature to acknowledge grades.
Tests (50%): about 2-3 per quarter, approximately 100 points each
Quizzes (25%): about 5 per quarter, approximately 15-25 points each
Labs (20%): about 10 per quarter worth 25-50 points per lab depending on scope of
lab. Late labs will be penalized 10% per day.
Homework (5%): 10 points per fully completed and on time assignment. Late
assignments will only be accepted if due to an excused absence.
Academic Dishonesty Policy: In accordance with district policy, any student caught
cheating or voluntarily enabling another student to cheat will at the very least receive a
zero for that assessment. Further action may be sought depending on the severity of the
offense.
Parental Role: As a parent your goal is to have your child be successful in both school and
life. As such, we are a team to help your child succeed and reach their greatest potential.
To facilitate transparency and student success I keep my eboard up to date at
MsGill.hhh.site.eboard.com. Here both parents and students can see most classroom
documents, notes and testing schedule. If your child is absent they can find daily handouts
and activities on this class website. Please feel free to contact me by e-mail

3. Earth Science Syllabus
West Hollow Middle School
ggill@hhh.k12.ny.us or by calling the school. I will be happy to discuss your child’s
performance at any time.
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