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Welcome to the Computer Science class web page.
This page is your source for information regarding Mr. Thrasher's Computer Science classes.
Course Description
Computer Science I & II are courses designed for students with no formal computer programming experience. Students will spend the majority of time coding to solve real-world problems in a collaborative environment. The course focuses on developing computational thinking, refining problem-solving skills, and applying key programming concepts. Throughout the course, students will use developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology when communicating about technology.
Required Supplies
It is expected that each student will bring these items with them to every class session.
- Black or Blue Ink Pen
- Pencil and eraser
- 1.5 inch 3-ring binder
- Notebook paper for taking class notes
Textbook
Online Sources such as Code.org and Code Academy
Students will be using a textbook that will stay in the classroom unless it is checked out by the student overnight for homework assignments.
Students will be using a textbook that will stay in the classroom unless it is checked out by the student overnight for homework assignments.
Grading Scale
All assignments will be assigned a numerical point value. To figure out the letter grade of the assignment, divide the points earned by the total points possible to get the percentage. This class will use the following grading scale in the assignment of grades:
90-100% = A
80-89% = B
70-79% = C
60-69% = D
Below 60% = F
80-89% = B
70-79% = C
60-69% = D
Below 60% = F
Late Work
Late work will NOT be accepted. It is the student's responsibility to keep track of all assignment due dates.
General Course Requirements
It is expected that students will pay attention in class and contribute to classroom discussion during class. The following items will constitute the student’s grade for this course:
Bell Work/Exit Tickets
Students may have an ongoing assignment for the first five minutes of class each day while attendance and other class business is completed. Exit tickets may be used to measure what a student has learned in class on a particular day, and whether or not they paid attention that day. There will be times when bell work or exit tickets are not used during the year, but the student should expect to do this each day.
Course Assignments/Projects
Class assignments are designed to reinforce the concepts taught during each unit of this class. The assignments will either introduce, reinforce, or review the topic or lesson being studied. The course is designed for the student to be able to complete all coursework during class if the student uses their class time wisely. It is the student’s responsibility to complete each assignment by its due date, or make arrangements with Mr. Thrasher well in advance if the student is aware that there will be a valid reason for the assignment to be turned in late. All assignments will be posted on the class web page.
Course Notebook
Each student will be required to maintain a course notebook which will contain a chronological listing of all assignments, all class handouts, all class notes, any reviews, and all graded items. This notebook will be checked during the course of the year. These notebook checks will be both announced and unannounced. All notebooks will receive a final grade at the end of the course.
Tests/Quizzes
During this course, the student will be given many chances to test his or her knowledge of the material being studied. Most of the tests will be announced in advance, in order for the student to have plenty of time to prepare. However, there may be occasions where Mr. Thrasher will give the class an unannounced quiz. These quizzes will not have as many points as the unit exams, but they will be counted with the student’s test scores. Objective tests (true/false, multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank, short answer, essay) will be used in this class.
Semester Test/Final Exam
The semester test and final exam for this class are yet to be determined.
Extra Credit
If extra credit is offered, it is understood by Mr. Thrasher that it will be up to the student to choose whether or not to participate. Failure to participate will not affect a student’s grade in any way. In order for extra credit to be given, a student must hand in all required assignments for the class. It will only be used to help a student improve their grade. It cannot be used to take the place of a missing assignment.
Bell Work/Exit Tickets
Students may have an ongoing assignment for the first five minutes of class each day while attendance and other class business is completed. Exit tickets may be used to measure what a student has learned in class on a particular day, and whether or not they paid attention that day. There will be times when bell work or exit tickets are not used during the year, but the student should expect to do this each day.
Course Assignments/Projects
Class assignments are designed to reinforce the concepts taught during each unit of this class. The assignments will either introduce, reinforce, or review the topic or lesson being studied. The course is designed for the student to be able to complete all coursework during class if the student uses their class time wisely. It is the student’s responsibility to complete each assignment by its due date, or make arrangements with Mr. Thrasher well in advance if the student is aware that there will be a valid reason for the assignment to be turned in late. All assignments will be posted on the class web page.
Course Notebook
Each student will be required to maintain a course notebook which will contain a chronological listing of all assignments, all class handouts, all class notes, any reviews, and all graded items. This notebook will be checked during the course of the year. These notebook checks will be both announced and unannounced. All notebooks will receive a final grade at the end of the course.
Tests/Quizzes
During this course, the student will be given many chances to test his or her knowledge of the material being studied. Most of the tests will be announced in advance, in order for the student to have plenty of time to prepare. However, there may be occasions where Mr. Thrasher will give the class an unannounced quiz. These quizzes will not have as many points as the unit exams, but they will be counted with the student’s test scores. Objective tests (true/false, multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank, short answer, essay) will be used in this class.
Semester Test/Final Exam
The semester test and final exam for this class are yet to be determined.
Extra Credit
If extra credit is offered, it is understood by Mr. Thrasher that it will be up to the student to choose whether or not to participate. Failure to participate will not affect a student’s grade in any way. In order for extra credit to be given, a student must hand in all required assignments for the class. It will only be used to help a student improve their grade. It cannot be used to take the place of a missing assignment.