GRADE 9 SCIENCESNC 1D1

MRS. MAUTI

Expected Student BehaviourThe following guidelines are based on the concept that the classroom is a place where everyone should have the opportunity to learn in a comfortable, orderly and safe environment.

ON ARRIVING TO CLASS: Be on time, in complete uniform. There are

consequences for habitual lateness. Have with you for every class, your notebook

(3-ringed binder & paper), textbook and supplies. Go straight to your assigned seat, open your

books and be ready for class.

Expected Student BehaviourDURING A LESSON: In a normal classroom situation, ONLY ONE PERSON

(usually the teacher) SHOULD BE TALKING. Please show respect and listen to others. DO NOT shout out answers or requests. RAISE YOUR HAND AND WAIT TO BE CALLED ON.

Pay attention and take careful notes as directed. STAY in your seat unless you have been given

permission to leave it.

Expected Student BehaviourDURING A LAB ACTIVITY: LISTEN CAREFULLY AS THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE

GIVEN. Work quietly and efficiently with your

partner(s), and remain in your assigned work space except when obtaining experiment materials.

Follow the procedure carefully, write down appropriate observations.

CLEAN and return all equipment to its PROPER location.

Leave your work area and all equipment clean.

Expected Student BehaviourAT ALL TIMES: FOOD and DRINKS (only water in a sealed

plastic bottle) are NOT permitted in the classroom.

OUTDOOR clothing must be left in your locker. Trips to WASHROOM and LOCKERS should be

made during lunch and travel time, unless there is an exceptional circumstance.

Inappropriate language is NOT acceptable in the classroom.

I-pods, cell phones etc. ARE NOT TO BE USED IN THE CLASS.

Expected Student BehaviourAT THE BELL: Upon hearing the bell, you MAY begin to

pack up your personal belongings. Remain in your seat UNTIL DISMISSED.AFTER CLASS: Complete ALL assigned work and lab reports. Make arrangements to see the teacher if you

are having difficulties. Re-read your notes and assigned text

material nightly.

SNC 1D1What are we doing?

4 UNITS1. Chemistry: Atoms, Elements,

and Compounds2. Physics: The Characteristics of

Electricity3. Biology: Sustainable Ecosystems4. Earth and Space Science: The

Study of the Universe

SNC 1D1How am I being graded?

4 Categories1. Knowledge/Understanding: 35%2. Thinking: 30%3. Communication: 15%4. Application: 20%

SNC 1D1How am I being graded?

Term Work: 70% Quizzes, Tests, Lab activities,

AssignmentsSummative Evaluation: 30% Final Exam

Extended Name Tags

Your favorite place on earth

A person who taught you something important

The year you went on a big trip

A goal that you have for the future

NAME and NICKNAMEThe quality you value most in people

Extended Name Tags

A goal that you have for the future

In your triads, you each have 1 minute to share one of your corners

Take two more minutes and try to find something you have in common with the other two students in your triad

Share something special you learned about someone in your triad