South Hamilton Elementary School
Syllabus for 5th Grade Science
Teacher Name: Louis Daniels
Classroom Phone: 386.397.4004
2007-2008
Daily Schedule Subject Time
First Period 5th & 6th Grade Reading 8:10 - 9:40
Second Period 5th Grade Math 9:42 - 10:42
Third Period 5th Grade Science 10:44 - 11:26
Fourth Period Plan 11:26 –12:06
Lunch 12:08 - 12:38
Fourth Period 6th Grade Math 12:40 - 1:40
Fifth Period Intensive Reading/ Enrichment 1:42 - 2:33
Sixth Period 5th Grade Social Science 2:35 - 2:55
SCIENCE
Course Description
The following topics will be covered throughout the course of the year to ensure completion of all FCAT strands. The corresponding Unit numbers are listed in parentheses.
Life Science (Units: A,B)
Earth Science (Units: C, D)
Physical Science (Units: E,F)
Instructional Materials and Resources/Required Texts
Book
5th Grade Science
Macmillan McGraw-Hill Science
Students Using Math and Science (SUMS) Investigations Activities
Science Journal
Materials
Each day the student is required to bring pencil, paper, note book and math book to class. This should not be borrowed after class has begun.
Evaluation of Student Progress
Tests and quizzes will be given during and at the end of each unit or more often if necessary. Homework will be given almost daily with the exception of no homework on weekends, unless make-up work is necessary. Students will be required to complete a science fair project.
Tests/Quizzes 50%
Assignments 20%
Journal 10%
Projects 20%
· Students will use reading to expand their knowledge base about science or the scientific process.
· Students will use journal writing on a daily basis to communicate their questions, observations, and conclusions.
Grading Scale:
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59
Homework Policy:
Homework is given regularly. Scientific Inquiry, the sense of curiosity and pursuit of answers about the forever changing world, is the basis of all lessons and activities in SUMS Science class. I do expect each and every problem to be attempted. I want the student to think about each problem and how the solution should be found.
Missed Work/Make-up Policy
All work must be completed and cannot be more than one week late in completion. Any problems completing work need to be discussed with the teacher before the end of the week.
Rules for Student Behavior
1. Respect others and their property at all times.
2. Obey all school and classroom procedures.
3. Complete all assignments on time.
Communication with Parents
At the beginning of the year, a syllabus will be sent home with each student. Parents are encouraged to contact me at any time concerning their child’s progress. I do my best to make myself available to all parents and students.
When the need arises, a message or note for the parent will be written to parent(s). Phone calls home will be made on an individual basis.
I can also be contacted by email at [email protected].
Mr. Daniels’ Web Site Address (URL): http://www.oncoursesystems.com/school/view_webpage.asp?id=13535