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Ms. Dare

General Information & Syllabus - Dare

Materials Needed ý      1 – 1” or 1.5” 3-ring binderý      Notebook paper (50 – 100 sheets)ý      1 pkg. dividersý      2 sharp pencilsý      2 pensý      1 3-hole punched folder (if binder does not have pockets)ý      1 open, questioning, analytical, and respectful mind ý      Optional:  calculator, colored pencils, markers, compass, ruler 

Attendance – Be there or behind!Simply stated — those who are not here to hear (and do) miss out.  Unexcused absences will not be allowed to make up work FOR CREDIT, however, the opportunity to learn and practice skills is always available.Tardiness slows down the entire class.  School policy rules.  See student handbook. If you must miss class because of a family vacation you should let me know well ahead of time, at least a week, so I can get your assignments ready for you if at all possible.  You will be expected to do the assignments while you are gone and then turn them in upon your return.  If they are not completed you will receive a zero.If you miss the day before a test, or the day of a test, you will make that test up the first day you return to school.Make up missed assignments according to the following rules:                                                      A.  One day for every day of excused absence.            B.  If absent the day of a test or announced quiz make up assignment the day you                                     return to school. Secrets to Success in Ms. Dare’s Class 1.       Be on time daily to class; tardiness is defined as not being in your seat when the bell rings.2.       Be respectful — this course is dedicated to creating a classroom scientific community.3.       Complete daily assignments and projects:  organize notes, papers and labs in three ring binder.4.    Be safe – keeping backpacks under desks, acting in a mature fashion, and adhering to lab safety         is a MUST.5.   Ask questions when needed and come in for help before you are too far behind the group.Here’s What I’ll do for You
  1. Teach you earth science.
  2. Develop organization skills in you.
  3. Foster a safe, secure learning environment.
  4. Demand accountability and responsibility of all students.
  5. Contact parents during the year for both good and bad news.
  6. Grade material fairly and adhere to the grading scale.
Parents tie this all together by Getting your student to class.  Attendance is directly correlated to success in the classroom.Asking your student how things are going in earth science.  Ask to see their daily assignment book.Checking often to see if there are any assignments due in earth science.Asking your student what their current grade is, they will have a grade sheet you can check whenever you wish.Calling me if you have any questions or concerns before things get blown out of proportion.  My phone number is:                                                                                                           815-459-2505 X-290 (x-358 voice mail)            Email:  mdare@d155.orgAttending parents’ night, Wednesday September 19.  You will be receiving information from the                          school.7.  Supporting me when your student has a complaint, and be sure to check in with me to have the facts. GRADESGrading scale:              A+        97         A          93                     A-         90                                                         B+        87         B          83                        B-         80                                                         C+        77         C          73                     C-         70                                                         D+        67         D          63                     D-         60                                                         F         <60 1.    Tests are always announced well ahead of time, quizzes are both pop and announced.2.        Quarter grades are based on points earned from tests, quizzes, labs and homework assignments.  Tests are generally 40% of a units points3.        Other activities utilized in the study of earth science include:  laboratory exercises, independent study, discussion, lecture, reading assignments, guest speakers, field trips, audio-visual aids, demonstrations, class projects, student projects, and homework. 4.        Semester grades are based on points earned in the two quarters and final exam.  Semester grades are weighted, 40% for each quarter and 20% final exam           

General Information and Syllabus - Dare & Flannigan

Academic Year 2008-2009

Ms. Dare & Miss Flannigan

Materials NeededBinder and writing materials will be provided and stored in the classroom.  It is the student’s responsibility to maintain them. 
Special points of interest:ü Attendance is directly proportional to achievementü Dedication and discipline will result in greater successü Asking questions is a very good skill to learn and masterüSelf esteem is given by oneself not received from others 
Attendance – Be there or behind!Simply stated — those who are not here to hear (and do) miss out.  Unexcused absences will not be allowed to make up work FOR CREDIT, however, the opportunity to learn and practice skills is always available.Tardiness slows down the entire class.  School policy rules.  See student handbook. If you must miss class because of a family vacation you should let me know well ahead of time, at least a week, so I can get your assignments ready for you if at all possible.  You will be expected to do the assignments while you are gone and then turn them in upon your return.  If they are not completed you will receive a zero.If you miss the day before a test, or the day of a test, you will make that test up the first day you return to school.Make up missed assignments according to the following rules:                                                      A.  One day for every day of excused absence.            B.  If absent the day of a test or announced quiz make up assignment the day you                                     return to school.N        Electronics of any kind are prohibited.C        Appropriate attire required. Secrets to Success in Miss Flannigan & Ms. Dare’s Class 1.       Be on time daily to class; tardiness is defined as not being in your seat when the bell rings.2.       Be respectful — this course is dedicated to creating a classroom scientific community.3.       Complete daily assignments and projects:  organize notes, papers and labs in three ring binder.4.    Be safe – keeping backpacks under bulletin board, acting in a mature fashion, and adhering to lab safety is a MUST.5.   Ask questions when needed and come in for help before you are too far behind the group.Here’s What We’ll do for You
  1. Teach you earth science.
  2. Develop organization skills in you.
  3. Foster a safe, secure learning environment.
  4. Demand accountability and responsibility of all students.
  5. Contact parents during the year for both good and bad news.
  6. Grade material fairly and adhere to the grading scale.
  7. Maintain a class website at www.schoolrack.com/msdare


 

Parents tie this all together by Getting your student to class.  Attendance is directly correlated to success in the classroom.Asking your student how things are going in earth science.  Ask to see their daily assignment book.Checking often to see if there are any assignments due in earth science.Asking your student what their current grade is, and checking their progress using the online gradebook. (https://skyweb.d155.org/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wsStu/fwemnu01.w)Calling if you have any questions or concerns before things get blown out of proportion. Ms. Dare’s phone number is:                                                                                                                        815-459-2505 X-290 (x-358 voice mail)                        Email:  mdare@d155.orgMiss Flannigan’s phone number is:                        815-459-2505 X-241                        Email:  kflannigan@d155.orgAttending parents’ night, Wednesday September 17.  You will be receiving information from the                          school.7.  Supporting me when your student has a complaint, and be sure to check in with me to have the facts. GRADESGrading scale:              A+        97         A          93                     A-         90                                                         B+        87         B          83                        B-         80                                                         C+        77         C          73                     C-         70                                                         D+        67         D          63                     D-         60                                                         F         <60 1.    Tests are always announced well ahead of time, quizzes are both pop and announced.2.        Quarter grades are based on points earned from tests, quizzes, labs and homework assignments.  Tests are generally 40% of a units points3.        Other activities utilized in the study of earth science include:  laboratory exercises, independent study, discussion, lecture, reading assignments, guest speakers, field trips, audio-visual aids, demonstrations, class projects, student projects, and homework. 4.        Semester grades are based on points earned in the two quarters and final exam.  Semester grades are weighted, 40% for each quarter and 20% final exam           

 

2008-2009 Expectations

This year's syllabus is located in each student's binder, and it details the basic expectations from them, me and their parents.  Basically, we must all work as a community to insure the success of each student.

I have edited last year's syllabus, and it is online due to its value as a reference for the content of this course as well as the grading scale and class materials.