Regents Physics

The Cinema School

Ms. Adam: yadam@tcs-nyc.org
Msadam.weebly.com
Physics in itself is a term that all of us have heard at one point in our lives, and
have definitely experienced, however, many of us do not know how fundamental
it truly is to all processes on this planet. In this course you will utilize skills in
mathematics, engineering and literacy to express scientific concepts.
Curriculum
The course covers several different content areas with nine scientific practices waved
throughout. The course seeks to develop skills in inquiry, problem solving, and critical
thinking. The Physics Regents Exam will be administered on Thursday, June 12th, 2018 @
1:15 PM. The units are listed below.
Unit 1: Background and Units
Unit 2: Notion of Motion
Unit 3: Forces: Push! Pull!
Unit 4: Energy
Unit 5: Momentum, Impulse and power
Unit 6: The Subatomic World
Unit 7: Making Wave Hertz
Unit 8: Its Electric Boogie Woogie Woogie!
Unit 9: Magnetism

This year, the science department in our school will be working on the Common Core State
Standards for Literacy and Math with students by targeting specific skills throughout the
curriculum. In order to maximize achievement in this new model, students will be expected to:
1) Interpolate graphical representations to gather data trends and variable relationships.
2) Discuss discoveries, problems and concepts by citing science related texts.
3) Present research, lab data and methods utilizing scientific vocabulary.
Grading: Students will be graded upon the following criteria. Note: without
completion of the mandatory 1200 minutes of lab, students cannot sit for the regents
and thus will not pass the course.

Tests and Quizzes....................................................... 30%

Lab Assignments and projects.................................... 30%
Homework Assignments............................................ 15%
Class Activities/ Participation..................................... 25%
Details about each component as well as a supplies list can be found on the website.

I may be contacted via e-mail at yadam@tcs-nyc.org or via website (http://msadam.weebly.com/).

If you wish to have a phone call or set-up a person-to person meeting with me, send an email anytime!
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Classroom Procedures and Expectations:

1. Be prepared for class.
a. Have your science notebook and writing utensils with you every
day.
b. Supplies needed:
i. A Laboratory binder to be left in class.
ii. A class notebook or section in a binder
iii. Homework folder or section in a binder
iv. Ruler metric
v. Protractor
vi. Pen and pencil
vii. Calculators will be provided for the duration of the class.
viii. Access to a computer: library, school, etc.
ix. Your brain!
2. Entering Procedures
a. Come in quietly
b. Sit in your assigned seat
c. Open your notebook
d. Write down the heading
e. Start working on the do now immediately. You have 2 mins.
f. After a warning, points will be deducted each time you are off task.
3. Sit in your assigned seat.
a. There will be assigned seats.
b. There will also be grouping seats.
c. Seat assignments may change at any point in time.
d. Seating chart is by the door if you forget where you sit.
4. Come to class on time.
a. If you come in late. Write your name down in the late log, by the door, along
with the time and reason if needed.
b. Get to work immediately. You have 2 minutes.
c. Points may be deducted for lateness. Being late is disruptive to both your
learning as well as that of others.
5. No electronics
a. All electronics are away and turned off. Unless you are directly instructed to
use them for a task in class.
b. You may NOT charge them!
6. One Microphone
a. If the teacher or another student is addressing the class, you are giving them
your undivided attention.
b. Each student needs to participate at least 2 times each day.
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c. You may be called on to answer questions, read a passage, or you

may ask clarifying questions related to the topic or task.
7. Participation
a. Follow along if someone is reading a passage as you may be called on to
continue.
b. When we are doing activities you are focused on the task.
c. Ask questions relevant to the topic, and the task.
d. When called upon, answer respectfully to the best of your knowledge and
ability.
e. If a classmate asks a question to which you know the answer you may respond
to it.
8. Bathroom procedures
a. You may only use the bathroom after the do now is over
b. Take the bathroom pass
c. Write your name down on the bathroom log
d. Include the time you leave.
e. Write the time you return.
f. Not doing so will be considered cutting
9. Failure is not an option!
a. Believe in your ability and be respectful of others.
b. You are more likely to understand and be able to participate by following
these rules.
c. Not following any of these rules may result in reduction of your participation
grade for the day.
10. Exit procedures
a. Pack away materials and throw away garbage.
b. Make sure you copied the home work.
c. Make sure you submitted any required work.
d. Make sure your desk is clean before you leave.
e. Await teachers instruction for dismissal.
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Laboratory Safety Procedures and Contract:

It is important to stay safe while conducting scientific experiments. By following the
simple rules below you will avoid the majority of laboratory accidents.

1. I will not wear any fragrances in the laboratory or spray any chemicals during class such
as perfumes, body mist or cologne.

2. I will only enter the laboratory when my teacher is present, I will not bring visitors from
other classes to the laboratory.

3. I will carefully follow all instructions from my teacher.

a. I will only begin working or gathering supplies and equipment when instructed to
do so.

b. I will only conduct experiments approved by my teacher.

c. I will ask my teacher for help if I do not understand any of the directions before I
begin.

4. I will not eat and/or drink in the laboratory.

5. If I have long hair Ill tie it back in lab.

6. I will avoid playful, distracting, or boisterous behavior (including unnecessary

socialization)

7. I will wash my hands after my experiment is completed, especially before lunch.

8. I will observe the warning signs around the room.

a. I will keep all aisles in the laboratory open at all times. Personal belongings
should be kept below the table and out of the working area.

b. I will report all unsafe conditions, unusual odors and personal injuries to the
instructor immediately.

c. I will report all accidents immediately to the teacher, no matter how minor they
seem.

d. I will report any breakage to my teacher no matter how minor it seem.

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e. I will stay out of restricted areas. Including the wires on the floor
leading to the smart-board.

f. I will wear safety goggles when doing or watching investigations that call for
safety goggles.

g. I know the locations of the fire extinguisher, fire blankets, eyewash station, body
wash, and telephone and I know how to use them.

h. I will not tamper or remove safety equipment.

i. I will dispose of waste as directed by my teacher.

j. I will handle all sharp objects (scissor, scalpel, etc.) with care and will only hand
the blunt end of the instrument to another person.

9. I will leave my lab bench clean, placing the equipment neatly on the back bench after
finishing my experiment.

10. I will treat any living organism (plants or animals) used in the classroom with care and
follow the instruction.

11. I will sign out, and bring back when done using the computers and graphing calculators

a. I will be careful with the computers, and electronics.

b. I may be responsible for the cost or repair or replacement of any school property I
damage.

c. I will not remove from the classroom computers and graphing calculators under
any circumstances.

d. I must plug the computer back in the cart neatly after I am done using it.

e. I will not change settings or misuse technology. It may cause all the computers to
be removed from the room.
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I read and understand the syllabus and classroom expectations and promise to
follow all the procedures and expectation every day during science class in
order to receive full credit for participation. I am aware of and understand the
above safety rules. I understand that if I do not follow these safety rules, I may not be
allowed to participate in science class activities. I understand that it is my responsibility to
act in a manner that will insure my safety and the safety of other member of the class. I
understand that laboratory work is an important part of the course and a minimum of
1200 minute of completed laboratory work is required to be able to enter the Physics
Regents exam on Tuesday June 15th, 2018. I will keep the classroom expectations and
safety procedures in the front of my binder as a reminder of what to do in science class.

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