Syllabus
Rudolph G. Gordon School
Syllabus for 8th Grade Science Teacher: Jonathan Gordon
Room 1909
Phone Number: 864-452-1284
Rudolph G. Gordon School
Daily Schedule:
Flex 7:45-8:10
Related Arts Period 8:15-9:00
Related Arts Period 9:05-9:50
Science 8 9:55-10:50
Science 8 10:55-11:50
LUNCH 11:55-12:25
Science 8 12:30-1:25
Science 8 1:30-2:30
Course Description:
This course will be inquiry based and focus on developing strong problem solving skills. In 8th grade science, students will be designing a controlled scientific investigation, constructing explanations and drawing conclusions from data, and generating questions for further study. Specifically, students will deepen their understanding of physical, life, and earth science through the study of the following topics or units:
Forces and Motion
Waves
From Molecules to Organisms
Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits/Biological Evolution
Earth’s Place in the Universe
Required Text:
Savvas Elevate Science
Materials needed:
(1) Composition notebook
Pencil and/or pen
Highlighter
Chromebook/charger
Assessment and Grading:
Grades will be recorded and stored in the computer, and will be accessible to students through the Student Portal. I adhere to the Greenville County grading scale, which is as follows:
Grades will be recorded and stored in the computer, and will be accessible to students if requested. I adhere to the Greenville County grading scale, which is as follows:
A= 90-100
B= 80-89
C= 70-79
D= 60-69
F= below 60
Minor Assessments: 50%
Homework, classwork, short writing assignments, comprehension questions, and quizzes
Major Assessments: 50%
Projects, essays, and major tests
Missing Assignments (NHI):
Students will have 7 days after the assignment due date in order to complete any missing assignments.
Redo/Retake/Revision Procedures:
Students will be able to retake 1 major assessment per quarter. Make sure to complete the google form below in order to retake major assessment.
RE-TAKE REQUEST TEST FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1K4vZLqzg8Y10g0XtBTb7X-_KMQwCiLi93acAceF-4ig/edit
Attendance and Tardy Policy:
All rules stated in the student handbook will be followed. Remember, it is very important that you attend in-class every day.
Student Behavior (Expectations):
1) LISTEN when instructions are given.
2) Bring ALL necessary materials/supplies to class.
3) Always be RESPECTFUL to others at all times.
4) OBEY all school rules and expectations posted in and around the room
5) ALWAYS raise your hand to receive permission to leave your seat or speak.
Rewards:
1) Positive accounts (phone calls/notes/emails) will be relayed to the parents of exemplar students.
2) Various incentives for outstanding effort will be revealed throughout the course of the year.
Consequences
1) Warning
2) Parent Contact
3) Removal/Parent Contact
4) Referral
Communication:
Best way to contact me is either classroom phone or email.
Classroom Phone: (864)452-1278
Best time to reach me by call is between 8:15am -10:50am Monday -Thursday.
If you leave a voicemail, please include a name, why you are calling and your preferred phone number.
Email: jdgordon@greenville.k12.sc.us