Agenda I III IV V Teacher Introduction Grading

Agenda I. III. IV. V. Teacher Introduction Grading Policies Classroom Policies Behavior Policies Conclusion

Ms. Chisholm Teaching Experience • 20 years Teaching Science • 5 plus years experience at the Dade County Medical Examiners Office – Morgue Asst. • State Attorney Office • School of Theology • Nominated Science Teacher of the Year in 2003, 2010, 2013 • Taught in Elementary, Middle and High Schools • Key Club Sponsor • Science Fair Coordinator • Chorus • Bible Club Education • BA – Biology – Pre Med. • Specialization in Histology • Specialization in Cytology • MA – Secondary Science, Earth and Space Science • Ph. D Psychology - Theology Contact Information Email: 232339@dadeschools. net Phone: 305 -371 -0400

Grading Policy Ø Tests / Exams: 25% Ø Quizzes: 20% Ø Class Assignments / Activities: 15% Ø Projects/ Labs / Research : 15% Ø Home Learning: 15% Ø Assessments: 15% Ø Participation/Discussion: 10% Ø Extra Credit (varies/ classroom supplies): 10%

Classroom Policies Be punctual and work on task Be respectful of yourself, others, and your environment Maximize each learning experience, complete all work in a timely manner and actively participate in class Remain seated and working unless directed otherwise ____________________ 5 P’s = Present, Prompt, Prepared, Productive, and Polite

Discipline Plan In-house discipline (Behavioral Tracking Form) each incident is tracked, documented and notated. 1 st Offense: Verbal Warning 2 nd Offense: Parent Contact 3 rd Offense: Detention 4 th Offense: Referral to Administration for punitive action

Thank You! Have a Fabulous Evening!!!!

Former Students dissecting

Anatomy and Physiology close up

Clean cut from top to bottom

Clean cut from top to bottom

Focus ……. Steady hands…. .

Science is all around us, look what we found at the Beach !!!!!