WELCOME TO SCIENCE CLASS!2013-2014

WELCOME TO SCIENCE CLASS!Please find the seat with your name on it. Get out your Science notebook, if you have it already, or some paper and a pencil. Sharpen your pencil if you need to. Place

all other materials (bookbags, purses, etc…) on the floor against the walls. Then begin the Focus Activity

on the board for your class.

Course Info Online• Course Syllabus

• Keep a copy in the front of your notebook• Parent Letter

• Must be completed, signed by you and your parent/guardian and returned by Fri 8/30

• Student Info Sheet• Will complete most of this in class today – get parents to

finish• Safety Contract

• Get signed by parent, you sign it and return by Fri 8/30

LAST 3 NEED TO BE SIGNED AND RETURNED BY 8/30!

Classroom Expectations

• BE RESPECTFUL to everyone in the classroom and our learning environment.

• BE RESPONSIBLE for your own learning and work.

• BE READY to learn everyday when the bell rings.

Consequences/Rewards

Consequences1st offense: verbal warning2nd offense: seat moved to front, parent contact3rd offense: referral to Mr. Redfern (gasp!)

Rewards• Praise (daily)• Positive Notes home

(random)• Music during group work

(occasionally)• Various other positive perks

(throughout the semester)• The joy of learning (each

and every day!)

Website

http://smithsciencecms.wikispaces.com

Discussion BoardsAssignments powerpoints Course Info CalendarNotebook Info Contact InfoProjects Make-up Work

About Me

I graduated from Villanova Universitywith a BS in Chemistry and Education.I went to Law School and was a criminal defense lawyer for 18 years.I’m certified to teach all high school sciences. I grew up in Maine and my favorite place in the world is on Watchic Lake in Standish, ME. I am married and have 2 kids, 2 bearded dragons, 1 dog and 1 frog.I’m looking forward to working with you this year!

My Contact Info

Email: jacquelyna.smith@cms.k12.nc.us

Cell Phone: 704-619-2121(not after 11PM please!)

Watchic Lake, Maine July 2012