Mrs.

Cazels Earth Science Policies and Procedures

Class location: 11-006 Parent/Teacher conferences:
Voicemail: 407-320-6174 Please call 407-320-6150 to schedule an
Email: anna_cazel@scps.us appointment through the guidance office.

Parent/teacher communication: Skyward (please be sure and register), homework hotline, Weebly,
Schoology or Edmodo, student progress reports, email, and student planners.

Textbooks: All students will receive a copy of the textbook that is theirs to keep. (They are consumable,
so students will be able to write in it, cut out pictures and rip out pages.) They may keep it in the
classroom (there is a bookcase specifically for their textbooks) or they may take it back and forth to
school. Students will also have access to their textbook online.

Students will be using many types of technology and web-based resources in class. If a student abuses
these resources, they will no longer have access to them and will be required to do the assignment on
paper.

Within my class, I do not have rules. I have expectations. They are as follows:
I expect students to:
1. Be respectful of everyone in class. (Mind your manners!)
2. Come to class prepared. (Do you have all of your supplies, homework, projects?)
3. Come to class on time.
4. Not to eat food or drink drinks in class. (Water is the only exception, except on lab days.)
5. Abide by the policies and procedures of Sanford Middle School and SCPS.
If you decide that you cannot meet my expectations, there will be consequences.
1
st
offense: Phone call home to parents and conference with student to discuss the issue.
2
nd
offense: Phone call home to parents and a lunch detention.
3
rd
offense: Phone call home to parents and additional lunch detentions.
4
th
offense: Referral to the office and a phone call home to parents to set up a conference.

Composition books: All student work is to go into the students composition book. Composition books will
be collected every two weeks and assignments will be graded. Once grades are entered into the gradebook,
students will receive a paper progress report that is to be glued into their comp book and signed before the
next composition book check. This is a homework assignment.

Tests and Quizzes: Students will have a test at the end of every unit/concept covered in class. Quizzes will be
used to determine if students understand the concept and will occur as needed. Students will take quizzes in
many different ways, via paper, responder, ipad, or web application.

Midterm/Final Exam: Students will have a midterm exam at the end of the first semester and a final exam at
the end of the year.

Labs: Lab activities will be done with groups about once a week when possible. Depending on instruction,
students will either complete questions about the lab, or write up a report. *Lab privileges may be taken
away if safe lab procedures arent followed.

Projects/Activities: There will be one major project due each quarter. All IB and Gifted students are required
to participate in Science Fair during the 2
nd
quarter. Science Fair will count as two test grades. All other
classes are welcome to participate in Science Fair as well, but it is not required.



Participation/Homework: A majority of student work can be completed before the student leaves the
classroom. Students may have reading, worksheets or questions, etc. to complete and turn in during the next
class period. Homework is always due the next class period unless otherwise noted. It is the responsibility of
the student to compete the assignment and bring it back to class.

Planners: Every student is to have a planner. They will be responsible for writing the daily agenda in their
planner.

Agenda: Every day when students enter class, there will be an agenda posted on the Smartboard. Students
must copy the agenda into their planner EVERY DAY. If you are absent, go to the class Weebly or to
Edmodo/Schoology and copy the agenda into your planner, or ask your lab partner if you may copy theirs.

Bellwork: All students will be responsible for doing their bellwork assignment upon entering the classroom.
This assignment is done in the first 5-10 minutes of class.

Make Up Work: If a student is absent, it is their responsibility to get the work they missed. Many of the
assignments may be found on the class Weebly or Edmodo/Schoology.

Late Work: If you turn in an assignment late, it is a letter grade off for every day that it is late. If you are
assigned a project and it is turned in early, you will receive extra credit (except for Science Fair.) For
every day that it is late, I will take a letter grade off. After 4 days, I will not accept them and a score of
zero will go into the gradebook.

Tardy Policy: The definition of a tardy for my class is as follows: You are tardy if you are not in the room and
in your seat when the bell rings. The only exceptions to this definition are signed passes from a teacher or
other faculty member.

Turning stuff in: I will collect your composition books every two weeks. I will have a designated area of the
classroom where you will turn it in. All quizzes and other loose papers will be turned into the appropriate
cubby behind the demonstration table.

Extra Credit Assignments: There will be many chances for extra credit for my class.
Students may read a science based novel and may do one of the following assignments.
a. Write a one page book report about the novel
b. Make a poster representing at least one character from the book
c. Write several journal entries as a character
d. Redo the book cover
Students must get the book approved by the teacher before starting the assignment. Students may do
three novels per quarter and each novel is worth 100 points.

Required classroom supplies:
1 composition book per semester
Writing utensil (pen, pencil, crayon, marker)
Colored pencils/crayons





My child and I have read and understand Ms. Cazels Classroom
Agreement, and we agree to the policies outlined.

___________________________________
Student Signature

_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature

_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Phone #
Computer skills
______ I am an expert and can help out students who struggle in class
______ I know how to use a computer, but only for basic stuff, like
typing a paper in Word


Your first homework assignment is to glue this into the inside
cover of your composition book. I will check for it upon the
first composition book check.










Mrs. Cazel Seminole County Science Safety Contract

The following list of safety procedures pertains to my safety in the science classroom:
Horseplay in the science classroom is dangerous. I will practice appropriate conduct in the classroom, such
as walking, using a quiet voice, keeping my hands off others, etc. I will keep my mind and eyes on what I
am doing.
I will follow written and verbal instructions concerning procedures and/or precautions. They are created for
my protection.
I will keep my personal belongings in the location that is designated by my teacher.
Experiments done in class are for instruction. They are planned to teach an idea or concept. I will perform
only authorized experiments.
I will handle only those chemicals or equipment for which I have received instruction. I will be extremely
careful with handling and storage of chemicals, equipment, and sharp objects.
Chemicals are labeled to identify them. I will always read the label to make sure I am using the correct
substance. Mixing and handling chemicals or other substances can be dangerous. I will not do so unless
instructed in a planned and approved experiment.
When working with fire, I will not reach across a flame or bring any unauthorized substances near flames. I
will not burn objects. I will keep long hair away from fire. I will never leave a burner unattended.
I will dress appropriately. I will tie long hair back, avoid wearing open shoes, dangling jewelry, and floppy
sleeves.
Safety equipment is provided in the science classroom in case of an emergency. I know how and when to
use this equipment. I know where the eyewash station, fire blanket, and extinguishers are located.
It is required by law to wear safety goggles for many laboratory situations. To prevent injury, I will wear my
goggles as instructed by the teacher.
Broken glass is dangerous. If an accident occurs, I will report it immediately to the teacher.
I will be careful not to write in books, on tables, on lab counters, or on desks. I realize that this is a form of
vandalism and I will be help responsible for my behavior.
I will clean up after myself and my lab team. A messy area contributes to accidents.
I will not eat, drink, or chew gum in the science classroom, unless given permission from my teacher.
Cheating and or plagiarism will result in failure of the assignment. All work turned in by my classmates and
me must be completely our own.
I will work to stop any bullying going on around me. Bullying is bad news; I will work cooperatively within
the classroom.

Please sign and return this form to the teacher.

Student Name: __________________________________________________________ Period: ___________________

I have read the science safety rules. I understand these rules have been created for my protection. I agree to follow
them and do my part to make my science classroom a safe place to learn.


For the Parent/Guardian:

Laboratory activities are integral to the science curriculum. Student safety is our highest priority, and is enhanced
by awareness and caution. Please help us to assure a safe and positive learning experience for your child by
completing the items below:

Does the student have any health problems, physical limitations, or allergies? YES NO
If yes, please specify:
____________________________________________________________________________
Does the student wear contact lenses? YES NO
I have reviewed the above student guidelines for laboratory safety with my child. I will direct any questions I may
have concerning laboratory activities to the science teacher.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________ Date:_____________________