Class overview
Environmental Science is an introduction to key ecological concepts and real-world environmental challenges. Students will examine how people interact with their environment and explore practical issues around air, water, land, energy, and environmental health.
About me
I graduated from Smith County High School in 1992. I attended Cumberland University in Lebanon TN where I received my bachelor's degree in Physical Education in 1997. Also, I received my master's degree in Instructional Leadership at Tennessee Tech in 2010.
I started my teaching/coaching career at Macon County High School in 1999. In 2005, I returned back home to Smith County High School where I teach science and am a member of the high school football coaching staff, where I have coached for 22 years.
Classroom Expectations
Follow all rules and directions whether they are verbal or written.
Be in the room when the bell rings – otherwise you are tardy.
NO PHONES!!!! Put phones in the holder on the wall when you enter class.
Be prepared. Bring paper, pen/pencil, notebook, and assignments to class.
Be respectful to everyone in class.
Do your own work!!!
If expectations are not met, you may receive a verbal reprimand, call to parents, detention, or a meeting with Mr. Apple.
Class work/Homework Policy
All coursework and information will be posted on Google Classroom. If a student is
absent, it is his/her responsibility to complete missing assignments based on school policy. If a
student fails to turn in assignments, zeroes will be placed in Skyward until the work has been
completed.
All work is to be turned in on the day it is due.
Make-up tests and quizzes will be done during class (if at all possible) or during Owl Time.
When you miss class due to a school related trip or vacation, you must check with me BEFORE you leave. I will give directions about your work at that time.
When you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed and turn it in to me or complete the assignment on Google Classroom, I will not come to you. Special arrangements can be made if you are absent for several consecutive days. Waiting until the end of the nine weeks to make up work is NOT an option.
Curriculum
District adopted book- Principles of Environmental Science- can be accessed through Clever