Class Overview:

Marine Science is a yearlong science class in which we will be investigating a wide variety of topics. We will learn about the ocean by studying geology, chemistry, physics, and biology.

Materials:

Students should report daily with:

• Three-ring notebook
• Paper, pen, and pencil
• Textbook
• Planner

Grading Policy:

1) Tests- Tests will be based on class discussions, labs, worksheets/handouts, class activities, and homework assignments.
2) Quizzes- Periodic quizzes will be given and based on the material discussed in class the day before and/or the homework assignment.
3) Participation- All students are expected to attend class on a daily basis and actively participate in class activities and discussions.
4) Effort- All students are expected to try hard on all assignments. Students who work hard will be successful!
5) Grades- All grades in this class will be determined through the use of a point system. All assignments and tests will be given a point value. Letter grades will be based on the follwing scale:

The breakdown of points will be:

• 20% Labs
• 20% Classwork & Fieldtrips
• 20% Homework & Quizzes
• 30% Tests
• 10% Research Assignment and Presentation

Rules:

• Show respect for others.
• Be positive.
• Be familiar with your responsibilities as described in your CHS Student Handbook.

Cheating and Copying:

Never turn in another person's work and claim it as your work. We often work together and help each other in class, but you need to turn in your own work in your own words. Likewise, never let anyone copy your work. If you are caught copying, turning in work that has been copied, or letting others copy from you, you will receive no credit on that assignment, and you will be put on contract. If a second offense occurs, you will be dropped from the class.

Absences and Make-Up Work:

1) Assignments can only be made up when an absence is excused.
2) When absent, it is your responsibility to look up the assignments missed and complete them.
3) For every day of excused absence, you have one day to make up missed assignments without penalty.
4) Turn in make-up work as soon as you complete it.
5) Late work may be turned in for a maximum of half credit.

Attendance:

You may be dropped from the class if you:

• Have four (4) or more unexcused absences.
• Have a combination of excused or unexcused absences of eight (8) or more.
• Have eight (8) or more tardies.

Internet Access:

Several homework assignments will require access to the World Wide Web. If you do not have access to the internet at home, it is your responsibility to find a location that has internet capabilities.

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