honors earth science introduction
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Honors Earth ScienceMr. Pennington
Room 120
Why Study Earth Science?Studying our subject will help you to:• Get to know your home planetEarth Science is, literally, the study of our entire planet, its
past history and evolution, its present activity, and the way that it will change in the future. This is a big subject for a dynamic planet, so Earth Science can’t help but be a living, expanding subject, covering so many fields that Earth Scientists are among the most widely educated scientists of all
• Get in touch with crucial environmental issues!Earth Science recognizes that everything and everyone on the
planet is affected by its natural processes and the way we use and exploit its natural resources. Our demands on the Earth and our use of its raw materials produce environmental problems that you need to know about and be able to solve.
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CLASSROOM WEBSITE - SHAREPOINT
• SharePoint is a website that will help you be successful in this course. Check it often for updates!
• Go to the Hinsdale South website – www.south.hinsdale86.org • On the right side under “Quick Links”, click on “SharePoint for Students”• Login to the website using your student ID• Click on Honors Earth Science under “My SharePoint Sites”
• If you do not have a course please email me ([email protected])
• On the main page you will see general announcements and a calendar. Check the calendar for upcoming test/quiz dates. Also, each day will have a summary of what was done in class along with the homework assignment (This is a great tool to use when you are absent!).
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Tell me about You…• Name • Previous School• Internet Access– Home DSL Cable
Dial-Up
– Other
• Co-curriculars• Hobbies• Strengths• Improvement
• What do you want to do when you grow up?
• Favorite subject• Favorite Artist/Song• Favorite Movie• What media to you
do most of you reading, communicating, and/ or expressing yourself
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Why Honors Earth Science?
What Would You Do?
• If you had an unlimted amount of time, money, and human resources at your disposal what would you try to accomplish?
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The 5 Ps Present Punctual Professional Productive Prepared
Physically present during each class
session Arrive on time
Communicates respectfully Uses time efficiently
All materials bought to class and
ready to go
Mentally attentive during the entire
class session
Turn in work on time
Takes care of surroundings Remains on-task
Preparation work completed by class
time
Begin each activity on time
Dresses appropriately
Works on assigned class work
Mind on and focused during class
Be ready to go at the start of each learning activity
Has a positive and helpful attitude
Completes all assignments
Ready to go at the start of each
learning activity
Takes responsibility for actions
Contributes to team work
Is attentive and conscientious
Produces high quality work
Takes responsibility for learning and academic growth