Course OverviewThe Earth and environmental sciences are aimed at understanding the Earth's dynamic history, how it "works" and records its origin and age in rocks and landscapes — and how geological processes affect modern environmental and ecological systems. Among the natural sciences, Earth science is an interdisciplinary science focused on providing a vital perspective on how the Earth's physical and geochemical arrangements simultaneously sustain and threaten life, and influence human interactions with the planet.
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Classroom Expectations
Earth and Environmental Science, just like all your ECA classes, is extremely rigorous. However, this does not mean that you cannot be successful! In order to master the course material, you will need to spend time reviewing the course material EVERY DAY. Also be sure to remember the following:
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Late Assignment Policy
This is an honors course and I hold students to high expectations. To be successful in this course, students must study the material each day and turn in ALL assignments on time. Failure to do so will result in a deduction of a student's conduct grade. ECA's policy is that all work must be completed in a timely manner. The following describes each conduct level: Satisfactory: At this level, the student has turned in all assignments on time and is fully participating in class. Needs Improvement: At this level, the student has missed an assignment or turned an assignment in late. This student participates some in class. This will result in a student's parent being notified and meeting with his or her advisor. Unsatisfactory: At this level, the student has missed 3 assignments or failed to turn in 3 assignments on time during a quarter. This will result in a student being put on "lock down". Lock down consists of a student coming to school for the full day (11am-5pm) without being allowed to leave for lunch or any other non school activity. The student will be with an assigned school staff member during his or her free blocks. |