Mr.

Chi’s
8th Grade
Integrated Science
Dear Students, Parents, & Guardians:

My name is Mr. Chi and I am excited very excited to welcome you and your student
into my science classroom! So a little bit about me, professionally, I graduated at Cal
Poly Pomona with a Civil Engineering degree with structural emphasis. I obtained my
teaching credential at Cal State Fullerton for intent on teaching physics and math. I
used to work for Southern California Edison and the city of LA Public works. Ever
since I was 17, my life has constantly been circled around science, math, and in
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particular physics; whether it be in math applied physics or engineering physics.
Personally, I work with a lot of children and teens on the weekends at a gaming and
1-(714)-999-3667 toy store. I often share hobbies of my students and hope to start a positive
Office Hours: environment of play and learning.
 7:00AM-7:50AM
 7th Period Conference My classroom is indicative of preparing students for science practices and how real
 2:20PM-4:00PM world scientists apply these practices to their jobs. I always promote an inclusive and
positive classroom environment, both during school and after school. On top of
having students practice science skills and working on their academic growth, I am a
Chi_H@auhsd.us true believer of developing the students personally by encouraging, motivating, and
giving students the opportunity to collaborate with peers, as well as self-regulate, to
develop as a young professional.
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My classroom is a safe and inclusive environment. Students are encouraged to make
observations, share their thoughts, and even make mistakes. Through their
experience, students are able to shape their knowledge by having a relatable and
personal experience with any topic. I always encourage parents to work with their
students. I want parents to be involved in their students’ education and participate
with them.

Since this is a 8th grade science class, we will be focusing heavily on physical science
in the beginning of the year, and slowly moving to life science at the end of the year.
We will be covering physics of motion, astronomy, electromagnetic spectrum, and
hereditary traits. This is to prepare them for 9th grade biology and any physical
science after.

You may contact me by email or by phone. I appreciate any comments, questions,

or concerns you may have about this class. If you would like to set up an
appointment, please emails or call me at (714) 999-3667. I look forward to meeting
and working with every single one of you.
Sincerely,
Mr. Chi
 Classroom Expectations
 Students are to be actively participating in classroom activities
and discussions.
 Homework is to be completed before class starts, hence the
name HOMEwork.
 Personal electronics are prohibited in my sight, unless in
emergencies.
 Respect those around you as they are your peers, not
subordinates.
 Do not stick gum underneath the desks or student will be
scrapping all desks.
 Students are allowed food in class, only if they are shared with
the teacher and others.
 Keep trash in the bin.
 Don't over complicate; breathe, and reevaluate.
 Don't just regurgitate info taught. It is up to the student to
accept the knowledge. Be innovative! No question is a dumb
Classroom Policies question.
 Absences: You are responsible for any missed
assignments in class for that day of absence. You will
receive half credit for any unexcused absences, but
full credit if absence was pardoned. All assignments
are given the same allotted time as the other
students to be fair. Please be vocal with me and let
me know.
 Late Work: Late work will be punished through
extensive memes. Only half credit is allowed up for
unexcused late work. Please let me know ahead of
time if you are struggling or cannot make deadlines.
 Absences on Exams: If you are absent on a quiz, or
exam, please speak to me the day of return. For
quizzes, you will be allowed time during class to make
up quizzes, or during lunch time, whichever is easiest
for you. For exams, you will have a makeup exam
after school with the same allotted time as the other
students. If you do not contact me, prepared to be Grading Policy
nagged. If you are nagged, you will only receive up to
half of the total point’s maximum.
 Extra Credit: Extra credit will be give sporadically 100-90% A
when needed during experiments. Pay attention! 89-80% B
79-70% C
Positive Reinforcement 69-60% D (You should probably see me)
1. Raffle Ticket 2. Homework Pass 59>% You should really probably see me
3. School Raffle 4. Fun Fridays Grade Break Down: Lab 40%, Assessment 40%, Homework/Classwork 20%

Academic Dishonesty: There is a zero tolerance for cheating.

Negative Consequences
Personal electronics and backpacks will be brought to the front of
1. Verbal Warning 2. Call Home
the classroom. This means copying work from another source
outside of your own, lying to the teacher, or helping students
3. Lunch Detention 4. After School Detention
during an assessment. If you are found cheating, your parents will
receive a letter and you will receive a zero on the assignment/test.
If caught the second time, administration action will take place.
 A Day in Mr. Chi’s Class
Before Bell:

 Students will gather lesson materials/necessary technology while

entering the class
 Students will be seated before the bell rings.
 Students should have their agenda and science notebooks out.
 Students will start working on warm up question after bell rings.

During Class:

 Students will participate in active discussions with class or tablemates.

 Students will write notes down or participate in inquiry lab as
instructed.
 Students will work in groups to discover and discuss the phenomena
at hand.

Before Class Ends:

 Students should return borrow materials and technology back to their

original spots.
 Students are to clean up any trash around them even if they did not
generate it.
 Students should be sitting in their seats to be excused.
 While exiting, they are to drop off exit slip in the cubby provided to
them.

Communication Plan
 Students are required to check up on their grades every
2 weeks to make sure assignments are up-to-date.
 Grades should be expected to be input 2 days after
being turned in.
 Grades will be input into Aeries; communication of
missing assignments may be emailed. I am at your
service 24 hours, 7 days a week; there is no excuse.
 Every month when seats are changed, you will be
reminded of classroom policies and expectations of
behavior and grades.
 Parents will be notified through Aeries; vice versa,
parents may contact me through Aeries or email for
any missing assignments for their student.
 Parents should expect phone calls home on student
academic struggles or achievements throughout the
year.
 VERIFICATION OF CLASS EXPECTANCIES

Student Promise

I, _______________________________, verify that I have read and received this syllabus from Mr. Chi and fully
understand all expectancies of this year’s class. I will try my best to fulfill my role as a student and participate to
become an active role in the class, helping those around me. I will work with others and respect their thoughts,
opinions, and ideas shared in our class.

Parent/Guardian Promise

I, _______________________________, verify that I have read and received this syllabus from Mr. Chi and fully
understand all expectancies of this year’s class for my student. My job will be to encourage my student to do their
best. I will provide support for my student and ask my student what they are learning in class.

Please return this page signed and dated to Mr. Chi within a week of receiving this. Please file the syllabus into
your folders for reference to hold yourself and Mr. Chi accountable for all the crazy rules.

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Student Signature Date

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Parent Phone Number

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Parent Email Address