SAFETY LAB:
Name: ___________________________
General Guidelines: (Keep this in your Science Notebook!)
1. Be prepared to work when you arrive at the laboratory. Read the lab procedure BEFORE you enter the
lab. (So you are ready to begin upon entering!) Read directions carefully.
2. Notify your instructor if you have any allergies, wear contacts, or have any health conditions (seizures,
diabetic, fainting, etc…)
3. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory.
4. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully. IF you do not understand a direction or part of a
procedure, ASK YOUR TEACHER BEFORE PROCEEDING with the activity.
5. Never work alone in the lab. A teacher must be present & informed of students conducting labs. Do
not proceed with any lab or activity without an instructor present in the room.
6. Horseplay, goofing-off, practical jokes and running in lab are prohibited! Experiments must be
personally monitored at all times. Do not wander around the room, distract others students, startle
other students or interfere with the laboratory experiments of others.
7. No food, gum or drink in lab.
8. No book bags or purses or jackets in lab work area. (Lab journals, directions, and a pen/pencil only.)
9. Everyone should be alert and proceed with caution at all times in the laboratory. An accidentally bump
into a classmate may result in an accident.
10. Use extreme caution when handling sharps.
11. Observe good housekeeping practices. Keep your lab area neat and tidy. Dispose of wastes properly
as instructed by the teacher. Never mix chemicals in sink drains. Sinks are for water only, not for trash!
12. Keep hands away from face, eyes, mouth, and body while using chemicals or lab equipment.
Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after performing lab experiments.
13. Be sure all gas jets or valves, electrical connections, and water faucets are turned off when you are
through with them or at the end of the lab period. Clean your area before you leave the lab!
14. Know the locations and operating procedures of all safety equipment including: first aid kit(s), and
fire extinguisher. Know where the fire alarm and exits are located.
15. Know what to do if there is a fire drill during a laboratory period; containers must be cleaned, and any
electrical equipment turned off.
16. Carry microscopes and other pieces of equipment with both hands, using one hand to support the
instrument from underneath.
CLOTHING:
17. Any time chemicals, heat, or glassware us used, students will use safety goggles.
18. Notify your instructor if wear contacts before beginning lab.
19. Dress appropriately during any lab activity. (Pull/tie back long hair, take off loose dangling jewelry,
and wear appropriate clothing that does not pose a hazard in the lab. Baggy clothing must be secure.
Shoes must cover entire foot. No sandals on lab days.)
GLASSWARE:
20. Never use broken or chipped glassware. If you notice a chip, crack, or break, inform your teacher
immediately. Dispose of the glassware in the proper container.
21. Do not disperse hot glassware in cold water. The glassware may shatter.
Never use broken or chipped glassware. If you notice a chip, crack, or break, inform your teacher
immediately. Dispose of the glassware in the proper container.
22. If you do not understand how to use a piece of equipment, ask the teacher for help!
HEATING SUBSTANCES:
23. Do not operate a hot plate by yourself. Ensure that hair, clothing, and hands are a safe distance from
the hot plate at all times. Use of hot plate is only allowed in the presence of the teacher.
24. Heated glassware remains very hot for a long time. They should be set aside in a designated place to
cool, and picked up with caution. Use tongs or heat protective gloves if necessary.
25. NEVER look into a container that is being heated.
26. Do not place hot apparatus directly on the laboratory desk. Always use an insulated pad.
Allow plenty of time for hot apparatus to cool before touching it.
ACCIDENTS:
27. Always report any accident (spill, breakage, etc…) or injury (cut, burn, etc…) to the teacher
immediately, no matter how trivial it seems. Do not panic!
28. If your lab partner is hurt, immediately yell out the teacher’s name to get the teacher’s
attention. Do not panic!
Student Signature: _______________________________________
Date: _________________
Indicates I have read the lab rules and I understand the consequences if I break the rules. IF I break the
rules, I may be suspended from lab or not allowed back to lab. I also understand I need to keep this and
my Class Syllabus in my Science Notebook.
Mrs. Carter’s Science Class - Parent Information Letter 2013-2014
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Hello! My name is Heather Carter and I will be your student’s Science teacher this year. I am
really looking forward to working with you, and I am excited to help your student succeed in my
class! This is currently my second year at Hayden High School and excited to be a Wildcat! I
am fulfilling my life’s calling as a teacher. I truly care about my students and want to see them
learn. I have high expectations for your child and have every intention to see your child learn
and succeed. I will give my every effort to every child every day!
I also would like the door of communication to be open; therefore, if you ever need to
contact me feel free to do so by email or school phone. Please remember, if you ever have a
question or concern to contact me first. We will work out the situation best as possible!
Most questions arise from misunderstanding or miscommunication. I will give my best
effort to make clear anything that may arise during the school year.
**I have given your son or daughter two important documents with this letter for Science Class:
1. Syllabus, includes a set of guidelines that explains how the students can have the most positive
learning experience in my classroom.
2. Science Safety laboratory policy- Please take a moment and review both items given to your
student. I am required to keep this paper on file for your child to conduct any lab in class. If I do
not have this for your child they cannot participate. If you have any questions, comments or
concerns, feel free to contact me.
There is 1 page that needs to be filled out by you and your child, signed and returned a.s.a.p.!
Contact Mrs. Carter:
School’s phone number is 205-647-0397 or
Email: hcarter@blountboe.net
Hayden High School Website: http://haydenhigh.al.bch.schoolinsites.com/
I will gladly answer any questions you may have.
LAB DONATION
Since this is a Science Course I plan on doing several labs this year! Labs will cost money
for supplies, and with saying that I am asking for a Lab Donation of $10.00.
This will help buy materials and supplies for student use. If there is any left over money, it will
be used towards classroom supply usage.
You can send a check – payable to “Hayden High School” – and in the memo line only write
“Carter Science Lab Donation”.
CLASS SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR TEACHER:
This list will help your child in the classroom and better their education.
will be greatly appreciated.
Any item(s) or help
Paper towels
Tissue (Kleenex or generic)
Clorox Wipes
**Ream/500 Pack of Copy Paper – any size, any brand (MUCH needed)**
Hand Sanitizer
Thank you for all your help! Hayden is such a wonderful place to educate! I am looking
forward to a great year with your children!
Mrs. Heather Carter
SCIENCE CLASS SYLLABUS – Mrs. Heather Carter
Biology Course Description: This course covers the biology core content standards: scientific process and
application skills; cell processes; cell theory; photosynthesis and cellular respiration; genetics; classification; plants;
animals; ecology; and biogeochemical cycles. This fulfills the biology graduation requirement. *Lab Donation $10
Anatomy & Physiology Course Description: This course is organized to follow a logical sequence of the ten
systems of the human body with emphasis on diseases and disorders. Course content includes: scientific process and
application skills; anatomical terminology; structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and body systems;
biochemistry; and system regulation and integration. Prerequisite: Biology *Lab Donation $10.00
Zoology Course: This course focuses on advanced biological concepts in the animal kingdom. Emphasis is placed
on classification, identification, and form and function. Students also study endangered species and protecting them.
Studies in the field are required so students may observe animals in their natural surroundings. Prerequisite: Biology
*This course does not have an adopted textbook & may require students buying outside resources/books.
Grading Procedures (I follow the new Blount County Grading Scale:“K-12 Grading Reporting”)
Test/Projects
70%
Labs/Quizzes/Notebooks & Classwork/Homework
30%
Materials and Supplies Needed for your Child during Class Daily:
 1 Notebook (1-2 inch 3 ring binder) with (Loose Leaf) Notebook paper
 Pencils and/or Erasable blue or black pens (Daily!)
 Highlighter and washable markers/ *Colored pencils (Anatomy classes!)
 Calculator (Physical Science classes only!)
 ***At least 1 time each semester please bring a ream of White Copy Paper for class!***
Classroom Rules:
We are CATS! ....Settling for Nothing Less!
Students are expected to follow all county and school rules. Specific classroom rules (see below) are posted at the
front of the class. Special rules will be issued for labs. In addition to my rules, all Hayden High School rules apply.
1. Students will treat themselves, all teachers/staff, school property, & their classmates
with kindness & respect!
2. Students will bring all materials to class everyday (textbook, notebook, paper, pencil).
3. Students are expected to arrive on time to class, take their seats & start their bell ringer
before the tardy bell rings.
4. Students are expected to remain in their seats while keeping hands, feet, and other
objects to themselves.
5. Students are not allowed to eat/drink/chew gum in class!
Negative Consequences:
1. Verbal Warning – Reminder of our Rules
2. Name on Board
3. Seating Change/Classroom Isolation/ Teacher – Student Conference
4. Student sent to pre-arranged location with another teacher.
5. Parent Contact and Detention (and possible behavior contract)
6. Refer to Principal *Severe Clause – Any fighting or severe disruption is an immediate office referral.
Paper headings: All papers should have the first and last name, date, class period, and description of the
assignment (i.e. hw p. 10 #’s 1-8) written in the upper right or left hand corner of the paper.
Notebooks: All students are required to keep an interactive science notebook that is neatly organized.
Notebooks will be graded. There will be “pop-notebook quizzes” and scheduled Notebook Tests
related to the content learned and studied that has been kept in our notebooks. The Notebook Table
of Contents will be listed in the classroom of what should be kept and in what order to help students keep
track of the content.
Homework: Homework will be given when it adds to student learning. It is important and is not meant
to be tedious or meaningless. Homework will be graded. Students are to check the board daily for
assignments. Please remember that studying is a form of homework and it can and will be
assessed. Assignments are expected to be turned in on the due date.
Tutoring/ extra help: Students who want or need extra help may see me before school. If this time is not
suitable please make time to see me so that we may discuss a suitable time. Do not wait until the day of or
the day before a test or an assignment is due to seek help. As an educator, I care about students’ success!
Please do not hesitate to ask if there are any questions about assignments or material when it is assigned.
Make-up work policy: It is advised that students make up any missed assignments as soon as he or she
returns to school. It is the responsibility of the student to ask for any missed assignments. We follow the
Hayden High School Policy for make-up work. An UE absence results in a 0 for any missed work.
Students have 3 days to make up missed work IF they have an Excused absence. Assignments and
class activities are also updated on my webpage on our school website daily!
Attendance Policy: Students are expected to be in class on time every day. (See board and school
policy!) Students miss valuable information and excess absences can cause grades to drop.
Tardy policy: When the tardy bell rings, students must be in the class and seated in his or her assigned
seat in order not to be counted tardy. A tardy student must report to the tardy desk at the end of the hall.
The student will be allowed in class only with a pass.
Hall passes: Each student is given a chance to use the restroom BEFORE the tardy bell rings for class.
Students may ask if we are doing independent class work at the end of class. Students may be granted
permission if they do not abuse restroom privileges (i.e. Do not plan to ask every day!). No student is
allowed out of the room during testing unless it’s an emergency. If there is a medical condition (with a
physician/nurse note) or emergency there can and will be made exceptions/accommodations.
Parental contact: Progress reports will be sent home on a regular basis. An interim will be sent home by
the student during the 4th week of every nine weeks. Parents are welcome to schedule a conference at any
time when concerned about their child’s progress.
Student conference: Students are welcome and encouraged to schedule an appointment to discuss
grades, performance, and/or problems in class. During class time or lecture is not the time to discuss
your progress or grades. Students are not to interrupt the class to ask about their grade. Students
who want to know their grade or progress must ask the teacher during a scheduled time. (Before or after
class, or before/after school is an okay time as long as it’s not interrupting the class!)
LATE WORK: Points may and will be deducted for any work that is not turned in on the date it is due.
An assignment that is 1 day late is 10-20 points off depending on the total points possible. It is 5 points
off for each day thereafter it is late. Assignments will not be taken after 3 days late unless arrangements
have been made.
***KEEP THIS IN YOUR SCIENCE NOTEBOOK***
STUDENT SIGNATURE:___________________________________________ DATE:___________
Student Lab Safety Contract for Mrs. Carter’s Science Lab
Students and Parents please READ, SIGN, & RETURN by the due date for a classwork/homework GRADE
and the ability to participate in our laboratory. This must be on file to participate in lab.
I___________________________________ have read and understand the Lab Safety Rules and
Policies for this class. I agree to follow ALL the rules of lab. If I do not follow the lab safety rules than I
understand I will be dismissed from lab activities and will face the consequences and possibly not allowed
back into lab. I understand that I may also be endangering others if I do not follow lab rules and the
teacher’s directions. I agree by signing below that I will conduct myself in a safe and conscientious
manner in the laboratory. I understand that I will not perform any unauthorized lab procedure. I further
understand that violation of these rules could result in my not being allowed to participate in future
laboratory activities.
My parent has also read and talked with me about any questions I have about lab safety. I
understand that if I have any further questions I can come and talk with Mrs. Carter in person, through
email, or by phone.
My parent is signing this form and agreeing with the lab safety rules, policies, and procedures. And
by signing this form as their parent/guardian I give permission for my child to participate in lab activities.
___________________________ (Student Signature)
___/____/20___(Date)
__________________________ (Parent/Guardian Print Name) _________________________ (Parent signature)
Questions (Answers are Confidential and only used for instruction and safety purposes!)
1. Do you wear contact lenses? YES_____ or NO _________
2. Are you color blind?
YES_____ or NO_________
3. Do you have allergies?
YES_____ or NO_________
If yes, please list allergies AND any medical conditions (seizures, diabetic, allergic to latex, etc…)
below that the teacher should be aware of for safety in the laboratory:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*My parent/guardian and I (the student) have read and discussed Mrs. Carter’s Science
Class Syllabus and letter. Signature indicates agreement with the teacher and school’s rules,
policies, and procedures. Please return this the first week of school. It will be kept on file.
Thank you!
_________________________ Student Print Name ________________________ (Student Signature)
_________________________ Parent Print Name
________________________ (Parent Signature)
Date_____________________
Parents: I may need to brag on your child this year! But, I may also need to call with questions
and/or concerns. What is the best way to contact you if I need to this year? Thanks again!
Parent phone(s): ____________________________
_________________________________
Parent email:____________________________________________________________