1. Syllabus
August 27, 2014

2. Objectives
1. Describe Ms. Barkanic’s grading system and
homework policies
2. Understand Ms. Barkanic’s classroom
policies and routines

3. Physical Science
• Chemistry
– Atoms, chemicals, periodic table, heat, energy,
properties
• Physics
– Motion, electricity, waves, light, energy
• Astronomy
– Stars, planets, birth of the universe

4. Materials
• Textbook – Glencoe Physical Science
• 3-ring Binder (1/2 in.)
• Notebook/Paper
• Pencil/Pen
• Calculator

5. Other “Stuff”
• Positive Attitude
• Good Work ethic
• Time Management Skills
• Desire to Learn
• Ability to think like a Scientist
• Willingness to Read
• A sense of humor

6. Homework
• 10% Q1
• 9% Q2
• Weekly Outlines and Questions from Textbook-
5 pts. ea.
• Assigned on Monday due on Friday

7. Quizzes/Tests
• 40% Q1
• 36% Q2
• 1-2 Weekly Quizzes - 15-25 pts.
• Unit Tests – 80 -120 pts.
– Multiple choice, fill in blank (word bank),
true/false, matching
– RLP (retakes)

8. Labs/Projects
• 35% Q1
• 31.5 Q2
• 50 -150 pts.
• At least once a unit
• Include Labs, large group projects, research
papers
• Lab reports

9. Classwork
• 15% Q1
• 13.5 Q2
• 10 - 50 pts.
• Labs, Computer Activities, and small group
projects completed during Class time.

10. Finals
• 10% Q2
• 2 Part Cumulative Exam
– Written exam
– Practical exam

11. Missed Work
• Calendar and Folders
• YOUR responsibility to get and turn in work

12. Procedures to Remember
• Bathroom
• Fire Drills
• Emergency’s
• Lock Downs
• Cell phones