St. Edmund Campion Secondary School
Grade 9 Academic Science SNC1D1
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry,
earth and space science, and physics; to further develop their skills in scientific inquiry; and to
understand the interrelationships among science, technology, and the environment. Students conduct
investigations and understand scientific theories related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and
molecular structures, properties of elements and compounds; the principles of electricity; and (time
permitting) the universe and space exploration.
COURSE OF STUDY
Biology: Sustainable Ecosystems
Chemistry: Atoms, Elements and Compounds
Physics: The Characteristics of Electricity
Earth and Space Sciences: The Study of the
Universe
TEXTBOOK
Nelson Science Perspectives 9
The textbook is on LOAN to you for the semester. Loss or
damage to the text will result in a fine.
(Replacement Cost: $115.00)
EVALUATION
Knowledge/Understanding
- understanding of concepts
- knowledge of facts
- understanding of relationships between concepts
EVALUATION POLICY
25%
Tests
Thinking
- application of skills and strategies of scientific
inquiry, 2 or more step calculations
35%
Communications
- communication of information and ideas, oral
presentations, homework, study notes
15%
Making Connections
- connections to society, environment and technology
Total
25%
100%
Term Work
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
Culminating Task
70%
10%
10%
10%
There will be four unit tests. One will be given at the end of each
unit. Students will provide sufficient notice to the teacher for any
legitimate reason that will result in a missed test. If a test is
missed due to a legitimate reason, verification by
parental/guardian contact must be given to the teacher
immediately. The student will be expected to write the test upon
return. In the event of an extended legitimate illness, students will
write the test upon catching up on missed work according to the
teacher.
Assignments, Labs and Projects
The ability to meet deadlines especially for major assignments,
labs and projects is a life skill that is imperative for success in the
real world. Therefore it is expected that work will be handed in on
time. All assignments must be submitted within the hand-in
window!
Workbook
It is strongly recommended that students purchase a teacher
created workbook containing notes and worksheets. The cost of
the workbook is $7.
Final
Evaluation
Term
Work
Attendance:
Attendance of all classes is mandatory.
Homework:
From day to day there may be work assigned as homework or you may have class work you do not finish. To be successful in
this class you must complete all class work and homework daily. Homework checks will be done periodically. Therefore, it is
a good idea to have a friend in the class to be your homework buddy. This way if you are away, you will be able to catch up
on work missed and not be at a disadvantage and fall behind.
Name: ________________________ Contact number: __________________________
Name: ________________________ Contact number: __________________________
Notebook:
You are expected to have a 3-ring binder for this class, with a title page for each unit and a table of contents of your notes and
activities in the unit. This will allow for easy studying and a successful term!
Missed Tests & Major Assignments:
If you know you are going to miss a test or are unable to hand in a major assignment on the due date for a legitimate reason,
please see me WELL in advance.
In the event you miss a test due to illness, you must present a note from your parents/guardian in order to make up the test. If
you do not present a note, you will receive a mark of ZERO for the test. For major assignments, there will be a late window to
hand in the assignment, with deductions made each day. Once the assignment has been returned, a mark of ZERO will be
given. If you are away for an extended period of time, a classmate should hand in the assignment for you.
In both situations, I will consider extenuating circumstances.
Classroom Expectations:
The only major expectation of everyone in this class is that you are respectful of everyone and everything in the classroom
and that you give this course your best effort.
Further to this, you are expected to adhere to all policies in the Student Agenda including; lates, skip, phones, audio devices
and the Catholic Code of Conduct.
Mr. B. Schroder
(905) 846-7124 ext. 72187
Student
Students, by signing below you are acknowledging that you have read this course outline and agree to the items listed. You
are also agreeing to participate in your own learning by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary. Extra help
sessions will be available upon appointment with student.
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Signature
Date
Parent/Guardian
I, parent/guardian of ______________________________, have read the above science course outline and am aware of the
course requirements and expectations.
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Signature
Date