- Allen High School
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Aquatic Science Syllabus-Ms. Witt
Room A121
Email: Felicia_Witt@allenisd.org
Phone: 469 319-6127
Course Objectives:
This course is an introductory aquatic science course for 12th grade students interested in possibly pursuing this area of study in college, or just to gain an understanding of different types of aquatic ecosystems.
Aquatic Science Fee:
$20--for Fieldtrip to the Dallas World Aquarium.
Topics Covered:
Safety & History of Aquatics Properties of Water Oceanography Freshwater
Pollution/Conservation Brackish & Saltwater Taxonomy
Weather & Upwelling Microorganisms & Plants Invertebrates Vertebrates
Grading:
Graded Material
Percentage of your grade
Exams
40%
Daily Work, Homework, Quizzes
40%
Signature Labs & Projects
20%
Tutoring Sessions:
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
7:30
Jason Nickal A115
Royce Reynolds A125
Jason Nickal A115
Royce Reynolds A125
Jason Nickal A115
1:00
Felicia Witt A121
2:30
Felicia Witt A121
Felicia Witt A121
3:30
Karen Kaiser A215
Karen Kaiser A215
Karen Kaiser A215
Karen Kaiser A215
Materials:
Binder/Notebook (For taking class notes, homework, labs, Quizzes, Tests)
Pencils/Pen Colored pencils/Markers Gloves (non-latex) for dissections
Tests:
Tests are announced in advance and posted on the calendar for the nine weeks. You are responsible for all materials covered in class, in the text, in lab, and in homework.
Cheating & Plagiarism:
Cheating and plagiarism will have severe consequences. In addition to a discipline referral copying, cheating, or helping another person on a test will at a maximum result in a 70% on the retest or alternative assignment for all involved. An assignment, such as a formal lab report, copied from another student, the Internet, or any other source will at a maximum result in a 70% on that assignment or an alternative assignment.
Testing Policy:
If a student fails a test they may have the opportunity to retake the test for a 70. They must bring all of the current notes with them for the test.
Tardy Policy:
If you are not in class, you cannot learn the material. You are expected to be in the room when the bell rings or you will be sent to your house office for a tardy slip.
Hall Passes:
Hall passes must be filled out and signed before any student leaves the room. Do NOT ask to leave the room during a lecture, quiz or exam.
Late Assignments:
Any assignment not turned in on time is considered a “Late Assignment.” Late Assignments may be turned in no later than two (2) school days for a maximum grade of seventy (70%). Any work turned in after the allotted time will result in a zero.
Class Expectations:
Respect the rights of all individuals in class
In your seat and ready to work at the bell
Prepared for class daily
No food allowed in the class/lab
Bathroom-Please Do Not asks to go during a lecture, quiz or exam.
Accept responsibility for your actions: The Choice IS YOURS!
Consequences:
Discipline Reminders
Contacting Parents/Guardians
Office Referrals (Depending on the situation/severity)