Welcome to Physics!

Introductions and Introductions and PaperworkPaperworkTeacher Introduction – Mrs.

LuniewskiStudent InformationWebsitePhysics Stations

Objectives: The student Objectives: The student will be able to:will be able to:

explain classroom expectations and grading policy.describe what will be covered in Physics.describe events that relate to Physics.

What You will Need…..What You will Need…..1. Notebook for notes, handouts, etc. This can be a section

of your binder with tabs or a separate composition notebook. 2. Pocket folder(s) to store worksheets, hand-outs, and homework, if you will not be using a binder with tabs.3. Loose leaf paper and/or graph paper for problem sets4. Pencils5. Blue or black pens (other colors may help to identify key points in your notes)6. Calculator - Graphing calculator preferred (TI variety) or Scientific calculator (basic mathematical functions and trig; Look for an “EE” or an “EXP” button.)

(It should be brought to class every day. Be sure to put your name on your calculator.)7. Extra batteries for your calculator. 8. Protractor and Ruler (optional) (may be helpful)9. Box of tissues (if you would like to donate a box for the class)10. Most important: Good attitude and work ethic

Textbook: Physics Principles and Textbook: Physics Principles and ProblemsProblems

Principles and Problems (2005 Edition), by Glencoe. You are responsible for this book. If at the end of the year you do not submit your book in good condition, a replacement fee will be collected. The textbook will be used for problem sets and as supplemental reading to review topics.

GradingGradingLetteLetter r GradGrade e

Percentage Percentage (%)(%)

DescriptionDescription

AA 90 – 10090 – 100 Outstanding level of achievementOutstanding level of achievement

BB 80 – 8980 – 89 High level of achievementHigh level of achievement

CC 70 – 7970 – 79 Satisfactory level of achievementSatisfactory level of achievement

DD 60 – 69 60 – 69 Low level of achievementLow level of achievement

EE 59 or lower59 or lower Failure (no credit awarded)Failure (no credit awarded)

Grades are based on a total accumulation of points.

Exams are not weighed any heavier than labs or homework; they will be worth more points.

If we have accumulated a total of 500 points in a quarter, and you earned 447 of the points, the grade would be calculated as 447 points earned/500 points possible = 0.894 = 89.4% rounds to 89%, which would be a B. Any score below .5 rounds down and any score ending in .5 and above rounds up.

HomeworkHomeworkHomework is designed to provide

practice and guide next-step instruction in order to evaluate student learning.

Homework will be due at the beginning of class and not accepted late for credit.

Class work and Laboratory Class work and Laboratory ActivitiesActivities

If it is a graded class work assignment there will be an automatic 50% deduction if it is turned in one day late. In other words you start at a 50%, but if there are wrong/incomplete answers, further deductions are made. A zero grade will be permanent by the third school day after the assignment was collected.

Individuals who are turning an assignment in late due to an out of school absence should write the date of absence on the top of their paper before turning in the assignment.

Example to avoid 50% deduction for out of school absence: If you were absent on Tuesday, then Wednesday when you get back you must immediately submit Monday’s work. Tuesday’s work will then be due on Thursday.

School field trips: Any assignment due on that day must be submitted on that day before you leave if you leave during the school day.

AssessmentsAssessments

All assessments must stay in the classroom.

Second chance learning opportunities exist for some assessments and certain assignments which must be taken after school by appointment.

I do not allow students to start part of any assessment during one time and finish it during another time.

Physics Lab SafetyPhysics Lab SafetyGoggles: depends on the labIf you are doing a lab in which you must

wear goggles. First offense is a warning. After that you will be removed from the laboratory activity.

Closed toe shoes is a must: Leave an extra pair of shoes in your lockers if you tend to forget.

No shoes, pre-lab, and refusal to wear goggles means no lab on that day. Must make arrangements to make up the lab within 3 days.

Labs must be made up after school.Must see me for an appointment. Times

will be from 2:15 to 3:15.

Academic IntegrityAcademic IntegrityHCPSS Policy 8120HCPSS Policy 8120

Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated.

Copying an assignment, cheating, or submitting work that is not one’s own is against HCPSS policy and has ethical implications in science.

When needed, references should be cited and documented in lab reports, presentations, etc.

Students will not receive credit for assignments in violation of academic integrity and will be reported to their administrator and the parent will be contacted immediately.

AttAttendance/Makeup Work/Late endance/Makeup Work/Late WorkWork

HCPSS Policy 9010HCPSS Policy 9010Howard County Public Schools have a 5% attendance policy. This means if you are absent 5% of the total days of schools, you may be denied credit for the course. This translates to missing 9 days for 50-minute classes.

When you are absent, see me the day you return and get the notes from a classmate. Students have as many days as they were absent to make up the work.

Late work will not accepted for homework assignments. All other assignments can be turned in the next day with a reduced credit of 50%. After two or more days, the late work will receive zero points.

Use of Electronic Devices in the Use of Electronic Devices in the Classroom Classroom HCPSS Policy 8080HCPSS Policy 8080

Staff may request at any time that students turn off and put away devices. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action and/or revocation of privileges.

Individuals assume full responsibility for their devices.

When not in use, all devices must be in silent mode. 

Students must obtain consent from staff and participants before taking, uploading or sharing photos, recording audio, or capturing video during school sanctioned activities.

Personal use of devices during instructional time is strictly prohibited including but not limited to placing and answering personal phone calls, texts or emails.

Any disruption to class or other educational activity may result in disciplinary action and a cell phone being confiscated.

Extra Help and Makeup Extra Help and Makeup WorkWork

By appointment after schoolAfternoon appointments 2:15-3:15 pm

(Students must leave by 3:20 pm.)

Classroom Expectations…..Classroom Expectations…..

Ask questions if you

are unsure or do not

Understand.

Know the directions and

Rules and follow them.

Don’t deviate.

Respect others even if they are not like you.

No food or drink

Aim high.Come prepared.Leave with knowledge.

Be on time to class.

Lab Safety: For your Lab Safety: For your protection and mineprotection and mine

1. Read and follow all directions as given by the teacher. 2. Use appropriate safety

equipment: goggles, apron, fume hood, etc.

3. Wear appropriate shoes andclothing.

4. No playing around. 5. Follow rules for electrical

safety: Inspect cords and equipmentfor damage prior to using.

6. Keep workspace neat and free of clutter. 7. Clean up after you finish.

Mrs. Luniewski’s WikiMrs. Luniewski’s Wikihttps://mrhsluniewskiscience.wikispaces.hcp

ss.org/Please take a look at the Safety Contract.

Physics StationsPhysics StationsWhat is Physics? You will spend

about 2 minutes at a station related to a topic in physics.

There will be instructions to follow and questions to discuss with your group.

Is this class difficult? Math, Problem Solving, Applying Ideas, Not Memorizing. This makes Physics Phun!

Physics Stations: What is Physics Stations: What is Physics?Physics?

What is Physics?What is Physics?

Branch of science that involves the study of the physical world (physical science)◦Energy◦Matter◦Relationships between energy and matter

Includes: ◦Motion, forces, vectors, gravity, circular motion,

momentum, work and energy, universal gravitation, waves, electricity and magnetism.

Physics is a branch of science that involves the study of the physical world: energy, matter, and how they are related.

Learning physics will help you to understand the physical world.

What is Physics?

HomeworkHomeworkRead over grading policy and

safety rules.Signatures due tomorrow.