Amber Blake

ablake@emsofl.com
562-867-0815
Mon and Wed
9:00 - 10:30am
Physical Science A Course Syllabus
Course Description:

Physical Science A encourages students to look at the world through the eyes of a scientist. Students
will be able to communicate using lab reports that include the scientific methods, use appropriate
tools to investigate their inquiry, and understand the impact that chemistry has on the world. This
course includes fundamental knowledge from chemistry, physics, and earth science.
Units of Study
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Matter
Atoms
The Periodic Table
Chemical Reactions
Acids, Bases, Salts
Nuclear Changes

Expectations

Students arrive on time

Students Complete all labs, performance tasks and homework
Students bring all materials to class (unit, notebook, pencil, book, etc)
Students collaborate with peers
Students communicate absences and any other needs
Cell phones kept put away and turned off

Course requirements
Attendance

Arrive to class on time. Anyone late to class (15 minutes) will be admitted to class, but it will
be counted as an absence.
Attendance at each session is mandatory. This class follows the same policy as the other SGI
Classes here at OFL Bellflower
1 absence = phone call home
2 absences= meeting with General Education teacher
3 absences= dropped from class with no credit earned, possible withdraw from OFL
(discretion
of General Education teacher)

**I will be setting up a Remind.com course for Physical Science. This will allow you to text me if you
are going to be tardy or absent. You are still required to complete the homework assignments on
time even if you are absent.
Homework

Every Unit has a test day. Students must have the unit completed in order to test.
If the unit is not completed, the student may not test in class and will be given
additional assignments to complete.

Grading Weights
Advanced
Proficient
Proficient

90-100%

80-89%
70-79%

B
C

Partial Proficient
Not Proficient

60-69%
0-59%

D
F

Laws of the Lab

2.

In the Lab, we Belong by attending every class on time.

3.

In the Lab, we Interact by engaging in group work and participating in class.

4.

In the Lab, we Grow by being the best person we can every day.

5.

In the Lab, we respect each by listening to classmates opinions and comments.

6.

In the Lab, we ask questions and think critically.

7.

In the Lab, we complete assignments on time.

8.

In the Lab, we do our own work, we never copy from others.

9.

In the Lab, we are honest.

If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to call me!
Thank you in advance for your support!
Ms. Amber