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Class Requirements AP Physics Ms. Hagan

AP Physics is a lab oriented, college level course, which meets seven or eight periods a week. It is recommended that the student be engaged in college preparatory work in all areas of academia. The goal of the physics program is to complete previously developed concepts of physical science with the emphasis on mathematical interpretation of basic physics laws and relationships. Since physics draws heavily on the math skills that the student has accumulated over the years, it is recommended that the student be proficient in algebra, geometry, and basic trigonometry. The course will include topics from both classical physics and modern physics. The College Board administers an AP Physics test in May to determine if the student is to receive college credit.

 Textbook
 * Course Materials **:
 * College Physics by Walker
 * All textbooks must be covered and remain covered throughout the year. Students are responsible for damaged or lost books.
 * Textbooks are an essential part of the program as they contain illustrations, tables and charts that will be referenced during discussions, lectures and labs.

 Physics Binder Students must keep a physics binder which will contain all coursework throughout the year. It will be divided into sections according to designated units.

Scientific Calculator

PENCILS must be used NO PENS

Tests 50% Quizzes 20% Lab Activities 20% <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Homework 10%
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Grading **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">The evaluation will be based on your performance in the following activities:
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">The Willoughby/Eastlake Board of Education grading policy is in effect
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Please note that the AP Physics course is weighted a full grade


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Homework **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Homework will be assigned on a weekly basis and collected on prescribed dates.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Homework will have a specific format.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Late homework will not be accepted **<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">. Zeros will be recorded.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Expect homework to be given over the holidays.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Homework will be returned within two days of being collected.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Absences **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">In the event of an unexcused absence, make up work may be completed for no credit.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">In the event of an excused absence, you have as many days as you missed to make up the work. Full credit will be given.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">If you miss a test a make-up test will be given that will be of a different format than the original test.

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 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Labs **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Labs will be conducted on a weekly basis.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">After the lab is completed students will have 2 days to complete a lab report.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">The format of the lab report will be discussed at a later date
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Behavior **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Class demonstrations and laboratory activities make use of a variety of apparatus, which could be dangerous if handled in an immature manner.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">You are expected to conduct yourself in a manner that is conducive to a safe learning environment.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">School-wide tardy policy is in effect:
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">1st unexcused tardy to class = warning
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">2nd unexcused tardy to class = teacher discipline and call home to parents
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">3rd unexcused tardy to class = send student to SMR

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Helpful Websites
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">AP Info: []
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Physics B Topic Info: []
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Sample Questions: []

**<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">AP PHYSICS ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Each student is expected to review these class requirements and expectations with their parent(s)/guardian(s). Students and parents are asked to sign, date and return this page to the teacher. Your signature indicates that you have read and understand the contents of this document.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Thanks,

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Ms. Hagan

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