Welcome to Earth & Space
Science
Mrs. Franco
Communication is Key in this class!
• I want you to be successful!!!
• That means ask me questions (by raising
hand not interrupting)
• Email me
• Talk to me afterschool
• My email is Francol@dadeschools.net
Course Content
1st Quarter
Intro to Earth and Space Science
The Scientific Method
Atomic Structure
Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding
Carbon, Element of Life
States of Matter
Meteorology, the Atmosphere
Water in the Atmosphere
Weather
2nd Quarter
Climate
Human Impact on Climate
Origins of Oceans
Ocean Properties
Ocean Dynamics
Layers of Earth
Minerals and Rocks
Continental Drift and Plate
Tectonics
Theory of Plate Tectonics
Sea Floor Spreading
Plate Boundaries
Midterm Exam Review
Midterm Exams
3rd Quarter
Earthquakes
Volcanoes
Weathering and Erosion
Geologic Processes and Features
Geology of Florida
Paleontology
Radiometric Dating
Geologic Time Scale
Origins of Life
Evolutionary Issues
4th Quarter
History of Astronomy
Origins of the Universe
Physics in Astronomy
Instruments of Astronomy
Sun
Earth and Moon
The Solar System
Stars
Galaxies
Space Exploration
Final Exam Review
Final Exams
MAIN Classroom Rules
1.Cell phones OFF and not visible in
the classroom.
2. Bookbags off the table and laps
3. Raise hand to speak. Wait to be
called ON.
4. Earphones out of ears before
entering classroom.
Unwritten Rules
– Students shall remain in their seats at all
times, unless otherwise noted.
– Students are dismissed by the teacher,
not the bell.
• Respect everyone and everything in the
classroom.
– Use appropriate language with everyone.
– No name calling or bullying
– Vandalism will not be tolerated at all
automatic referral to administration.
Unwritten Rules
• Do not touch my desk, computer, lab equipment,
bulletin boards or projects without my
permission.
• No Selling of ANYTHING IN THE
CLASSROOM!!!
• Yes food and bottles are allowed no opened
cans or candy! It will be thrown away.
• Behavior in cafeteria
• Each action is a choice and there are positive
and negative consequences for each choice.
Consequences
• No warning ( This is your warning)
• 1st time: F in conduct for the day
• 2nd time: Repeated violation will lead to
Parent Notification and detention
• 3rd time: Referral to Administration/ Sat.
School
Classroom Procedures
• Come into class quietly.
• Drop off homework in appropriate period
bin
• Take out all class materials
• Begin Daily Science Journal and/or
Activity
• Not the time to finish copying a friends
homework if I see it automatic F for both
students.
Student Center
• Keep this area neat and tidy.
• If you use something please put it back in
its labeled place.
Leaving the Classroom
• Students are not allowed to leave the
classroom except for an emergency.
• “ I left my hw in cafeteria…in my last
period.”
• Can I go print it in the library.
• No students in the hall !!
• Please let me know if you have any
special medical needs or prone to
conditions.
Tardies
• Each unexcused Tardy is an F in conduct
for the day.
• After 3 tardies Detention & call parent
• Tardy means BODY not inside the
classroom when the bell rings.
Making up Work
1. When students miss class, it is the
responsibility of the student to check the
agenda as well as the homework calendar
online to see what assignment was missed.
2. Make-up work is due no later than two
class period days after returning to
school.
3. 2nd period only!!! If you are late to school I
will give you the make up work but your
grade will be an F.
Homework
• No late Homework will be accepted.
(I have 203 students.)
• No Homework accepted via email.
• If you have computer issues I need a note
signed by parent/guardian with a phone
number to be reached at.
Tests/Quizzes
Make-ups Only before or afterschool.
• Student has one week to make it up after that time it
may not be made up and will be inputted as a Zero.
•Let me know when you plan to come
•Quizzes may be given at any time. They may be
announced in advance or they may be a “pop” quiz.
•Classes with discipline issues and/or tardiness may
receive daily quizzes in order to focus students’
attention.
Plagiarism
• Plagiarism will not be tolerated under any
circumstances.
• If a student is caught plagiarizing, they will
receive an F for that assignment and an F in
conduct for the nine weeks.
• They will receive a failure notice immediately for
the F in conduct that will reflect as their conduct
grade for the 9 week period.
• This is a science department policy.
MY NOTEBOOK
1. Students should follow the guidelines given about
setting up their notebook for class.
2. Notebooks are worth 20% of the class work grade.
4. Students will need their notebooks EVERYDAY!
5. Notebooks should be maintained daily and should
always be kept neat and in order.
Divided into 3 sections
• Bellwork
• Notes
• Homework
Materials
• 1 ½ inch Notebook with pockets for
worksheets
• Looseleaf paper
• Blue, Black & Red Pens
• 3 Dividers for notebook (Bellwork, Notes,
Homework)
• 4 Dividers for Student Folder
(Tests/Quizzes, Lab Reports/Gizmo’s,
Projects, Classwork/homework)
Checking my grade
• Students should check their grades
frequently by accessing the school’s online
grade book.
• If there are any discrepancies in your grade,
you need to EMAIL the discrepancy to the
teacher before approaching him/her during
class.
• It is the student’s responsibility to monitor
the discrepancy situation until it is fully
corrected!
Heading Papers
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• 10 points will be deducted
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from each assignment
with no name once it has
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been identified.
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NAME
DATE
PERIOD
ASSIGNMENT
Exa.
Sarah Rodriguez
Oct. 12, 2010
Period 5
Bellwork
Textbooks
• No textbook should be left in any class.
• The classroom is not a locker.
• Students who lose their textbook or
return it damaged will be responsible
for payment.
What Do I Do Next?
When you finish your work early you may:
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Read a book
Review class notes
Organize your binder
No socializing/texting/ipod etc
Grading Scale
• In-class assignments / Home Learning &
Participation= 15%
• Quizzes=20%
• Tests= 35%
• Projects/Labs/Gizmo= 30%
Homework
• Can be found online
doralacademyprep.org homework page
• Print out syllabus & get it signed
• Print out and fill out student info form
• Bring Tomorrow!!!!
Lab Fee
• $20.00 CASH or Money Order Only!!!
Questions…..