Earth and Honors Earth / Environmental Science Syllabus
Teacher: Camille M. Sain ______________________________________________
Room #: 113
We are called to be good stewards of this place we call home, the Earth. This course explores the history of the Earth, its place in the Universe, and the human impact on all areas of Earth Science. We will investigate the four scientific fields, Geology, Oceanography, Meteorology, and Astronomy. Students will participate in both cooperative and independent learning, which may include experiments, projects, research, and other activities. All students are expected to abide by the Honor Code.
EEn. 1.1 Earth’s Role as a Body in Space
EEn. 2.1 Processes and Forces that Affect the Lithosphere
EEn. 2.2 Human Influences that Impact the Lithosphere
EEn. 2.3 Structure and Processes within the Hydrosphere
EEn. 2.4 How Humans use Water
EEn. 2.5 Structure of and Processes of the atmosphere
EEn. 2.6 Patterns of Global Climate Change over Time
EEn. 2.7 How the Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, and Atmosphere Affect the Biosphere
EEn. 2.8 How likely Humans will Ensure the Ability to Live Sustainability on Earth
Final Exam according to BHS schedule.
HONOR CODE PLEDGE:
“On my honor, I will not cheat, lie, steal, nor tolerate those who do.”
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TESTS:
Students will be given a 3 to 5 day notice prior to test dates. Tests include but are not limited to chapter tests, objective tests, goal tests, benchmark tests. Any student missing a review for a test is expected to take the test on schedule. If a student is absent the day of the test, they are expected to make it up on the day they return to class unless they have missed several days. If a test is not made up, then the student will receive a zero.
QUIZZES: Quizzes will be given with / without notice. They can be oral, projected on a screen or a hard copy. * To avoid cramming for tests, do all homework assignments and review all materials daily. Be ready for the quiz! Be ready for the test!
Assessment-A students understanding of the material covered in the classroon or from reading assignment will be assessed by oral, written, or visual methods.
GRADES FOR 9 WEEKS
Homework, quizzes, labs, and small projects. 50%
Tests and long-term projects. 50%
*****HONORS--Homework,quizzes, labs and small projects-33%
Test and long term projects-66%
SEMESTER GRADES will be calculated by using 75% of the average of the two 9 weeks, plus 25% of the final exam grade. The grading scale has been set by Cleveland County Schools and will be followed in this course.
Grading Scale:
A= 93-100 A+= 99-100; A-=93-94
B= 85-92 B+= 91-92; B-=85-8
C= 77-84 C+= 83-84; C-=77-78
D= 70-76 D+= 75-76; D-=70-71
F= 69 or below F+= 68-69
ASSIGNMENTS: All assignments must be turned in on time to receive any credit. If you know you will be gone when an assignment is due, it is your responsibility to bring it in advance. This includes field trips, appointments, and leaving early for games.
NO EXCEPTIONS!
MATERIALS LIST: 1” ring binder, colored pencils, pen, pencil, paper, journal, and small sharpener.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Call 704-476-8335 (Burns High) and leave a message including your name, your child’s name, and a number where you can be reached. E-mail
It is important to keep in mind that we as individuals are all unique.
Everyone has there own set of special skills that will contribute to the
team as a whole. There will be many opportunities during science class
that will allow students to work with different types of technology,with partners or in groups, during this time, students should take the initiative to learn from their peers ideas or experiences.
Mrs. Sain
This is my third year teaching Earth Science at Burns, I also taught 7th grade science at Kings Mountain Middle. I recieved a BS in Business Finance from Lenoir-Rhyne University and worked in insurance before I started teaching.
I live in Lincoln County with my husband Chip and son Ike. In my free time I enjoy cooking, gardning, going to concerts and spending time with my friends and family.
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