Welcome to Science
Mr. Robbins
Introduction
Welcome to Mr. Robbins' Living Environment class. This document will cover our classroom expectations, norms and policies. When in doubt, please adhere to the information in this document. This course ends with the completion of the New York State Living Environment Regents. In order to attain a Regents diploma, you must pass at least one Science Regents exam.
Units of Study
Scientific Method and Graphing | Photosynthesis/Cellular Respiration | Reproduction and Development |
Life Processes & Characteristics of Life | Asexual Reproduction Mitosis | Human Body Systems and Homeostasis |
Biochemistry/Organic Compounds | Genetics and Biotechnology | Ecology |
Plant & Animal Cells | Evolution | Human Impact |
Grading Policy
Tests = 30%
Labs = 30%
Quizzes = 20%
Homework = 20%
Students must complete a minimum of 1200 lab minutes to qualify to Take the Regents Exam in June.
This means students must complete the labs with a passing grade to receive credit for the lab minutes.
Incomplete labs = zero credit
Late Work
Late work should be discouraged and will be graded at a lower score at the teacher's discretion when submitted. Work older than one week will not be accepted.
Classroom Expectations
Students should bring the following items every day:
- Charged laptop
- 1-2in binder with detachable spiral notebook
- Writing instruments
Absences
When students are absent it is their responsibility to find out what they missed and discuss with me the plan to make up the work upon return to school.
Communicating with Parents
Parents,
Please feel free to contact me anytime you have a question. I will return your email as soon as possible.
Also, please familiarize yourself with the Google Classroom and SchoolTool platforms. I have attached a Google Resource Book for you that explains everything Google.
Homework
Agenda