Course Syllabus

Syllabus

Science 9 Syllabus.pdf 

Heritage High School 
Department of Sciences
Science 9 
2023/24 Course Syllabus

Mr. Malone
Washington 225
Phone: 951/940.5447 x20322 
email: scott.malone@puhsd.org
office hours: by request only

Course Overview

This course provides students with the basic principles of Physics and Earth/Space science through experimentation and engineering practices designed for introductory level, conceptual physics. Classic science principles of forces, motion, waves, energy conversion, and nuclear processes will be explored through both Earth and space science phenomena as well as classical and modern physics principles. Students will continue to develop their skills of reading, writing, discussion, and analysis through lab reports, investigations, and group presentations. There will be a strong emphasis on investigations and engineering solutions to both problems in the class and problems in the larger world. This course will introduce students to basic physics concepts that are fundamental for understanding science and will cover NGSS Performance Expectations from the domains of Physical Science, Earth Space Science, and Engineering, Technology, & Applications of Science.

Required Text(s):
Textbook will be provided in class and online. We will be using: 

McGraw Hill Inspire Physical Science with Earth Science; 2021.

 

Recommended Texts & Other Readings:

All other texts, articles, scholarly journals, graphics, or any other media sources will be provided through the modules in Canvas.

Topic Outline/Schedule

This course will follow an organized module format that can be followed on Canvas. 

Alternately, assignments can be accessed through the calendar, also in Canvas.

Late Work Policy

Late work is accepted two weeks before the end of each semester before it can no longer be accepted.

Viewing Grades 

Infinite Campus is the best way to view grades and track progress.

Letter Grade Assignment

Final grades assigned for this course will be based on the percentage of total points earned and are assigned as follows:

Completed Assignment Submission

Students will submit assignments through our Canvas course.

 

Course Material Requirements

• Chromebook, Interactive Student Notebook, and writing utensils daily!
• Access to Infinite Campus and Canvas
• Planner, you must keep up with your assignments and stay organized!
• Strongly Encouraged, but optional : smartphone, earbuds, colored

pencils, highlighters, markers, pens, rulers, glue sticks, scissors, and other organizational tools.

Letter Grade Assignment

Final grades assigned for this course will be based on the percentage of total points earned and are assigned as follows:

 

PUHSD Grading Scale				This course weighted in the following categories:
A	Superior Achievement	90 - 100%		Assessments		30%
B	Above Average	80 - 89.9%		Classwork/Participation		70%
C	Average	70 - 79.9%
D	Below Average	60 - 69.9%
F	Failing	< 59.9%		Total		100%

 

Homework is self-assigned: Any classwork, activities, projects, etc. not completed during regular class time must be completed on the student’s time. Always check our Canvas for up-to-date information regarding our class and your assignments.

Classwork/Participation is a grade that encompasses a variety of aspects that govern our academic lives. Time is built into our schedule to allow all work to be completed in class. All work is due the Friday of the week it was assigned. Participation is a grade that is designed to foster responsibility and awareness of self and others. Some aspects that participation includes are punctuality, preparedness, collaboration, organization, amongst others. 

Attendance is very important. Absences should be kept to a minimum.  When a student is absent from class, they usually miss very important Earth and Space Science content. Excessive absences will have a negative impact on a student’s progress and performance. Furthermore, tardiness is unacceptable as it disrupts the flow of the class. Every minute counts. 

 

Semester One Course of Study
Unit 1: Forces		Unit 2: Motion		Unit 3: Energy
Ch 1	Forces	Ch 5	Describing Motion	Ch 8	Work and Energy
Ch 2	Newton’s Laws of Motion	Ch 6	Velocity and Momentum	Ch 9	Thermal Energy
Ch 3	Using Newton’s Laws	Ch 7	Acceleration	Ch 10	Magnetism and Electricity
Ch 4	Forces Project			Ch 11	Energy Sources

 

 

Semester Two Course of Study
Unit 4: Waves		Unit 5: Nuclear Processes		Unit 6: Astronomy
Ch 14	Introduction to Waves	Ch 17	Properties of Atoms	Ch 22	Earth-Moon-Sun System
Ch 15	Light and Sound	Ch 18	Periodic Table of Elements	Ch 23	Our Solar System
Ch 16	Electromagnetic Waves	Ch 19	Classification of Matter	Ch 24	Studying the Sun
		Ch 20	Elements and their Properties	Ch 25	Stars and Galaxies
		Ch 21	Radioactivity and Nuclear Reactions

  

Expectations:

• Actively Listen: Nobody ever learned  

                                    anything by talking.

• Follow Directions:  The first time, every 

                                         time.

• Be Respectful:To yourself and others.
• Work Efficiently:  Whether you are in a

                                    group or independent.

• Hold yourself and others Accountable .
• Accept Responsibility. 
• Stay on Task:  100% of the time.
• Be Proactive,  not reactive.
• Put you  best effort forth all of the  

    time.

• Be on time and  prepared to learn. 
• Be Positive.
• Be someone others can 

     trust and respect

 Follow ALL school rules outlined in the student handbook

 

Electronic Devices:
Cell phones are not to be out/used during instruction. All electronic devices are to be stored and remain in student’s backpacks while in class with the exception of when the teacher provides explicit direction to use electronic devices other than the provided chromebooks.

Progressive Planning:

Consequences follow a particular structure and are typically handled by administration so the classroom remains undisturbed. I expect every scholar to be aware of themselves, their actions, and how they affect those around them.

Academic Honesty Policy & Procedures

It is important for every student to learn the Science 9 content and to think critically, therefore, plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated. Cheating includes,but is not limited to: copying the work of another student, allowing another student to copy your work, or submitting the work of another person as your own, etc.