This document outlines the expectations, goals, guidelines, rules and procedures for an Earth and Space Science class. The class aims to develop critical thinking skills to solve problems and make informed decisions about topics including the formation and expansion of the universe, observable changes over time, and energy transfer through geological and meteorological systems. Students are expected to attend class daily, participate actively, complete all assignments, and strive for excellence with no excuses. The document details grading policies, homework expectations, classroom routines and the teacher's contact information to ensure student success.

1. Adapted Earth and Space Science Class Expectations No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

3. Understand how the universe formed at a specific time in the past and it has been expanding ever since.

4. Understand how there is observable change over different scales of time.

5. Understand how energy transfer drives geological and meteorological activity.

6. Understand how energy transfer drives geological and meteorological activity.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

8. Allow the teacher and other students to talk without interrupting or disrupting them.

9. Challenge yourself and others to obey all school rules.

10. Listen to what others have to say and respond appropriately.

11. Treat others the way they want to be treated.

12. Have a positive impact on others.

13. Be on time for class every day with all the materials you need to be "learning ready."

14. Complete all homework on time and request makeup work when absent.

15. Be productive whether working alone or in a group.

16. Be actively engaged in classroom activities.

17. Have pride in your work and advocate your own learning style.

18. Strive for perfection.

19. NO EXCUSES--JUST RESULTS!No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

20. Classroom Rules Be Polite. Respect the people and properties of South High School. Be prepared.Bring a pen/pencil, your notebook and a calculator to class each day. Be present. Be in class every day that you are not sick. Be prompt. Arrive to class on time. Students who are tardy more than 2 times will be sent to a Holding Room in the cafeteria. Be Productive. Participate in classroom activities and complete all of your homework. No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

22. The information your teacher shares is the most important part of the assignment.

24. Working on assignments in class lets you get more help from your teacher.

26. Working as a group helps you solve more complex problems/activities.

29. Working as a group helps us complete complex problems & activities.

31. Meaningful Class Participation and Effort No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

33. Prepares the student for the subject lessons.

34. Reinforces concepts and objectives taught in the classroom.

35. Develops independent study skills to foster initiative and self direction.The actual time required to complete assignments will vary with each student’s study habits, academic skills and selected course load. Students needing help completing their homework are encouraged to ask questions, get help during Titan Time or attend Pass the Class. No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

36. South High School Late Work Policy No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

38. These items should be consumed outside of the classroom.

39. Students who bring food or drink into the classroom will be asked to take them to the hallway or to throw them away.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

41. Students who are tardy more than 2 times in a semester must report to a Holding Room in the cafeteria.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

43. Students who do not bring these supplies are still expected to work in class.

44. Notebook assignments can be completed on separate paper and then attached to their notebook later.

45. Students may write with colored pencils or markers that are available in the classroom or may borrow a pen or pencil from another student.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

47. Instructions and at times resources are also available on the Fusion Page. No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

49. Any assignment completed after the original due date will be counted late.

50. Completed assignments must be turned in to the teacher.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

52. Students and parents may also access grades by using either Student Assist or Parent Assist.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

54. Electronic copies of notes, notebook assignments, and homework assignments are also posted on School Fusion by chapter.

55. Students who do not have access to School Fusion should obtain missing assignments during Titan Time or before/after class. No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

57. Once all students are seated and the bell has rung, students will be dismissed.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

59. Parental contact.

60. Change in seating assignment.

61. Time owed after class.

62. Office referral.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

64. Students who receive less than 70% on a chapter/unit test may retake the test. These students must (1) correct their original test, (2) complete any missing assignments from that chapter/ unit, and (3) score at least 80% on the retake to raise their test score to 70%. Late tests and retakes can be taken until the late work cutoff date at the end of each semester.

65. Students who either copy/cheat, or represent themselves as copying/cheating, will be required to complete the assignment again OR be required to complete a replacement assignment.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

67. You may also contact me anytime by e-mail (dtemplonuevo@usd259.net) or by phone (973-5640) if you need any help or have any questions.

68. I am always glad to help.No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce

69. If you think nobody cares, Think again! No Excuses, Just Results! Show-up, Engage & Produce