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Lab Class Syllabus
    The information found on this page applies to all the science labs. For additional information on a specific class, go the
    specific science lab page by clicking on a link to the left column of this page. See Terms of Service Agreement for
    specific detailed information and responsibilities.
    Each lab class will begin with a quick review and discussion of the previous week's lab activity. Lab quizzes will be
    given after the review, if these are scheduled. An introduction to the next topic will be given as well as
    instructions for the lab activity. The remaining time the student will work by themselves, in pairs or in small
    groups, depending on the lab. Each student will use a lab/workbook that will be provided by the instructor. They
    are expected to follow the instructions and answer questions in the lab activity. They will have a full week to
    finish any lab questions, they did not answer in class. Towards the end of the class period, all students are
    expected to clean up equipment and put things away, and make sure their table area is clean.
    Students (in groups of 2-4) will each have their own science supply kit, which will have most of their supplies to
    include: beakers, test tubes, stands, burners, office supplies, etc. These "kits" will be supplied and stored by the
    instructor but each group will be responsible to maintain the supplies and equipment in these "kits." This includes
    washing any lab equipment used in the lab activity for the day. Any special equipment or chemicals used for the
    lab should be brought up to the front table at the end of the lab period.

  • 3-ring binder to keep lab papers organized
  • Pencil or pen
  • Text book or reference book (as needed)
  • Covered shoes (no feet exposed)
  • Safety glasses (If student wants their own personal one)
  • Scientific calculator (Only Chemistry and Physics required)
  • A willing heart to learn science
    The lab class is a place to actively observe and experiment with concepts in science. Even though the overall atmosphere in the
    class is very informal and a safe, fun environment, it is understood that the student's primary purpose is to learn science
    through the lab activities. Students are expected to respect each other, the instructor and any other adult that helps in the
    class. Students are expected to control their language and actions before, during and after the lab class.  No negative or
    inappropriate language will be tolerated. Students are expected to dress with appropriate clothes that do not offend or distract
    other students. Students are expected to remain in the lab class or designated areas. Students are expected to respect the
    property and building where the labs are conducted.
Instructor and Parent Responsibilities
    Each student and parent are responsible for the "course work" to be done at home. You may use any book
    that fits the outline of the topics done in lab (mostly for the High School labs) as these are designed to stand on
    their own. Although, the recommended books are listed on the Lab Classes page, it is understood that Labs 4
    Home will supplement the "course work" with the lab experience, providing all the supplies including all written
    lab material and the location of the class. We will be happy to assist you where needed with the lab work or any
    information regarding the science "course work", in class as time permits, or through a special email that will be
    given to the students and parents.
Finances
    The class fee is for the whole school year. If your student is unable to attend a few classes the fee
    is still the same. Exceptions to this would be if a student joins a class later in the year where the
    class fee will be prorated. There will be no refunds for anyone that needs to move out of the area
    or if you drop the class during the school year for any reason unless prior arrangements are made
    before classes begin. Special considerations are at the discretion of the Instructor.
Lab Safety
    Since this is a "lab environment" where chemicals, glass, and fire are used in some labs, every
    student and parent needs to understand that the potential for injury is present. There will be no
    unauthorized experiments done or "playing" done while in the lab. The students are expected to
    wear eye-protection (provided) when doing experiments. Students should wear appropriate
    clothes (not their Sunday best clothes!) Covered shoes are mandatory. Lab aprons are available
    for those that request them. Safety equipment will be present at every lab class. If students follow
    these guidelines and the lab instructions there should be no issue.

    Please Note: Especially for those whose heart rate just elevated a bit, aside from a few minor
    burns (students touching hot glass) there has never been a major or even minor incident in the
    lab classes.
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Respect


Kindness


Maturity


Honesty


Integrity


Willingness
to Learn


Responsible


Being safe
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