Mr. King's
Physical Science
General Course Information
Students will begin mastery of the NEW Louisiana Science Standards, which are an adaptation of the Next Generation Science Standards. This new curriculum is designed to merge the principles of science and engineering with a greater focus on students demonstrating their knowledge by creating models and testing a variety of concepts.
Note: This page is a living document that is subject to change at any time at the teachers discretion as information becomes available from MMAM, EBRPSS, and LDOE due to COVID-19.
Google Classroom Codes
Our Google Classroom is updated daily with assignments and announcements. As a parent/guardian, you can “join” our Google Classroom by going to classroom.google.com and enter your child’s class code:
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COURSE SCHEDULE
Listed below are the units to be covered throughout the year. The order is subject to change at the discretion of the teacher to meet student mastery. Each unit will have at least 2 quizzes and 1 end of unit assessment, either a test or performance task. The goal for each assessment is 85% or MASTERY.
UNIT 1 - Atoms and the Periodic Table of Elements
UNIT 2 - Chemical Reactions
UNIT 3 - Forces and Motion
UNIT 4 - Energy
UNIT 5 - Magnetism
UNIT 6 - Waves
HOMEWORK & LATE ASSIGNMENT POLICY
ASSIGNMENTS
Face-to-Face Instructional Model
Headings should include: first and last name, teacher name (KING), block, date (DAY, MONTH, and YEAR) on every assignment you turn in AND handouts you receive. This should be in the upper left-hand corner of all pages of an assignment. Any multiple-page assignment must be labeled with heading and stapled before it is turned in. Unclaimed work will not be graded. This applies to digital and virtual assignments as well, ALL ASSIGNMENTS must be turned into the proper location at the designated time.
You turn in your work online in Google Classroom. Depending on the type of assignment and attachments, you’ll see Turn in or Mark as Done. If you need to edit work that you turned in, you can unsubmit the assignment before the due date, make your changes, and resubmit. However, any assignment turned in or marked done after the due date will be recorded with any appropriate late work penalties.
Virtual & Hybrid Instructional Model
You turn in your work online in Google Classroom. Depending on the type of assignment and attachments, you’ll see Turn in or Mark as Done. If you need to edit work that you turned in, you can unsubmit the assignment before the due date, make your changes, and resubmit. However, any assignment turned in or marked done after the due date will be recorded with any appropriate late work penalties.
Face-to-Face Instructional Model Policy
Homework is assigned once a week or once every two weeks and must be turned in ON TIME. If a student does not turn in an assignment it will be recorded as a zero.
By request of the student as a responsibility of the student, Will be accepted up to TWO (2) weeks from the original due date for a letter grade lower. AFTER THAT, work will be accepted for HALF (50%) of the value of the assignment! Extended absences will be handled on a case by case basis. If you are absent, YOU are responsible for getting missed assignments from the teacher or a classmate. Any test or quiz missed by an excused absence will be made up within two days of the student returning to school. Any test missed by an unexcused absence will be made up the next class period the student is present in class. Failure to makeup a test or quiz will result in a zero. Homework is due upon return to class immediately after the missed day. Alternate labs will be provided for missed lab days. If work is not made up, it will be recorded as a zero.
Virtual and Hybrid Instructional Model Policy
All coursework and/or assignments are due daily by the end of class unless otherwise specified. In the event that you cannot complete and submit an assignment on time, will fill out the Late Work Form. This Google Form can be found on Google Classroom. Please know that filling out this application for an assignment extension DOES NOT guarantee you will receive extra time for an assignment. This application MUST BE COMPLETED by 3pm on the date the assignment is originally due.
Late work and make up work will not be accepted unless this application is filled out AND approved by the teacher.
MMAM BELL SCHEDULE
SUPPLIES & MATERIALS
Face-to-Face Instructional Model
Planner: This is to be used to record homework assignments and hall pass.
Wired Headphones: For use when designated by teacher ONLY
1 Binder with Loose-leaf Paper
1 Pack of Graphing Paper (1/4 inch)
1 Pack of Color Pencils
1 Ruler
Pens and Pencils
Virtual & Hybrid Instructional Model
Charged Chromebook with EBRPSS Login
A well-lit workspace free of distractions
Student Planner
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO FOLLOW THE POLICIES OF THIS CLASSROOM, MMAMS, and EBRPSS.
At MMAM students are expected to be in class every day and on time. It is solely the STUDENT’S responsibility to retrieve and make up missed work.
HOMEWORK, MAKE-UP WORK, & LATE WORK POLICY
Face-to-Face Instructional Model Policy
Homework is assigned once a week or once every two weeks and must be turned in ON TIME. If a student does not turn in an assignment it will be recorded as a zero.
Late Work for an unexcused absence will be accepted up to TWO (2) weeks from the original due date for a letter grade lower. AFTER THAT, work will be accepted for HALF (50%) of the value of the assignment! Any worked missed due to an excused absence can be made up and is to be turned in the NEXT CLASS PERIOD for full credit.
Any test or quiz missed by an excused absence will be made up within two days of the student returning to school. Any test missed by an unexcused absence will be made up the next class period the student is present in class. Failure to makeup a test or quiz will result in a zero. Homework is due upon return to class immediately after the missed day. Alternate labs will be provided for missed lab days. If work is not made up, it will be recorded as a zero.
Virtual and Face-to-Face Instructional Model Policy
All coursework and/or assignments are due daily at the end of the student's class period unless otherwise stated. In the event that you cannot complete and submit an assignment on time, you MUST COMPLETE THE ASSIGNMENT AND MARK IT ON THE LATE WORK FORM. This Google Form can be found on Google Classroom. Please know that filling out this form for an assignment DOES NOT grant you extra time for an assignment. This form must be filled out if you do not want to receive a ZERO for the assignment.
Late work and make up work will not be graded unless this form is filled out.
GRADES & GRADING SCALE
Students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 to retain enrollment at MMAMS. Each unit will end with a unit test or performance task. Students will receive a daily participation grade. Other assignments for a grade may include labs, lab reports, consensus models, exit tickets, etc. Parents are encouraged to log on to the online grade-book WEEKLY to stay up to date on student performance. Detailed Grade Reports will be given at the time of 4 ½-week progress reports and 9-week report cards.
RULES, CONSEQUENCES, & DISCIPLINE PLAN
STUDENTS have the right to LEARN in an orderly environment. TEACHERS have the right to TEACH in an orderly environment. Any student who violates those rights will face the consequences listed below. The teacher has the right to skip steps to protect the safety and well-being of students who choose to respect expectations of the classroom.
Rules
1. Follow directions the first time they are given
2. Arrive on time, prepared and ready to learn.
3. Keep hands, feet, and any objects to yourself at all times.
4. Respect the teacher, the classroom, others, their property, and yourself.
5. Always try your best and give 100% every day.
Discipline Plan:
1. Redirection and Reminder of Rule/Expectation
2. Verbal Warning (minor infraction)
3. Behavior reflection sheet
4. Parent/Guardian phone call or email
5. Office Referral
LAB SAFETY
SAFETY FIRST! NO STUDENT WILL BE ALLOWED TO PERFORM EXPERIMENTS WITHOUT A SIGNED SAFETY CONTRACT IN INK BY BOTH THE STUDENT AND THE PARENT. CONTRACTS WILL BE KEPT ON FILE. By signing the contract, the student agrees to obey the rules of the laboratory and experiment safely. Goggles and other protective equipment will be provided by the school. Any student who chooses to violate the rules of the classroom/laboratory, will be removed from the exercise and given an alternative assignment after receiving disciplinary action.
HALL PASSES & BATHROOM POLICY
Face-to-Face Instructional Model
Your planner is your hall pass and must be with you every day. Students should use the time before school, between classes, lunch, and after school to use the bathroom or take care of other matters (EXCEPTION: Students with a signed letter from their physician).
CELL PHONES & OTHER STUDENT OWNED ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Face-to-Face Instructional Model
Cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and any other student owned electronic devices are to be turned off in students' lockers at all times. No longer may electronic devices be in pockets of backpacks. The teacher will follow the policy set by MMAMS and EBRPSS for confiscation if a student violates these policies.
Virtual & Hybrid Instructional Model
Students are encouraged to use MMAM issues Chromebook devices for instruction with EBRPSS login. Cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and any other student owned electronic devices are to be out of sight and not in use by the student during instructional time. The teacher will follow the policy set by MMAMS and the student will receive disciplinary action