Physical Science (IPC/Integrated Physics and Chemistry)    9th Grade and up 

Teacher: Vicki Prebilsky                  Phone: 281-485-9783        

                E-mail: vprebilsky@yahoo.com

                2001 Deepbrook Dr., Pearland, TX  77581

Teacher’s Biography:  I have a BS in Elem. Ed, and a Language/Learning Disabilities Certification from UHCLC.  I taught public and private school for ten years, then I home schooled my son for eight years (grades 5-12).  In 1993 I began teaching Science classes to home schooled kids. 

Class Time:  Wednesday, 9:00-11:15

Class Size:  5 minimum, 10 maximum

Cost:  $60.00/month, September through May, Lab and supply fee $30/yearly (due at registration.) 

Required Text and Workbook: Bob Jones University Press, The Physical World, and Laboratory Manual: The Physical World

 Supply List:  Loose-leaf notebook and paper, 5 notebook dividers, notebook zipper pocket, pen or pencil.

 Class Content and Style:  I will emphasize the scientific method, good lab procedures, and organizational skills (including note-taking and keeping an organized notebook). Topics will include: the study of the measurement, properties and classification of matter; models of the atom, the periodic table, chemical reactions, and basic chemistry; energy and motion, work and machines, heat, electricity, magnetism, sound, and the electromagnetic spectrum.   In class we will do approximately half lecture/discussion and half experiments, investigations, and hands-on activities.

 Homework: Out of class will be mostly reading the chapters and assigned exercises in the workbook.   I will assign about 2-3 hours of outside work per week. 

Evaluation:  I will assign a grade for each quarter made up of class participation, daily work, homework, and chapter quizzes.  A "Progress Report" will be sent home with the student each quarter and an end of the year report and certificate of completion that counts for one High School Credit.