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Dear Future Freshmen,

Welcome to one of your most difficult classes of the year. Mr Fay may seem frightening, and he is, but you should never let that get in the way of learning a lot and having fun. This class is going to be an uphill battle of math and concepts. You should learn to take the initiative and just approach him if you need help. Mr Fay will be loud and weird at times but it helps remember concepts on the end. Some things that will help you make it through his class are:

Always do optional work and hw because it will make tests and quizzes a lot easier.

Come prepared for class and always have your Blue Card at hand.

When he says the hat will draw your name it probably will.

Take thorough notes.

Do the labs because that will improve your understanding and your lab practical.

Remember that this year will go fast and good luck.

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Dear new Freshman Fay Students,

Just because this is a hard class doesn’t mean you should slack off. Here are a few tips to succeed in Mr. Fay’s class:

1. Bring all completed work to class on time

2. Do all optional homework assignments to get more practice on a topic.

3. Study in advance, don’t study the night before and cram

4. Take thorough notes for a better understanding of the topic

5. When he says “with great power” respond with “comes great responsibility

6. Participate as much as you can in all labs to prepare you for the practical at the end of the semester

7. There aren’t a lot of tests but be prepared to take a quiz more often

8. Don’t leave numbers without units (he will yell NAKED NUMBERS)

9. The hat may seem scary but just be prepared and answer as best as you can. (He will help you out if you don’t understand)

10. Schedule appointments for extra help if you are struggling

Austin Levine and Ari Cooper

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Dear Incoming Freshies,

1. Don't be afraid to answer questions in class even if you get the answer wrong he will give you hints and help until you get it or he sometime let you phone a friend

2. When you’re writing equations out on the board make sure you're always typing it in on your calculator because the hat will call on you and everyone will be looking at you and it really awkward

3. Do the labs don't just watch!!!!!!

4. Don't be afraid to correct Assessments

5. You might wanna study

6. Make sure you don't screw around because he will embarrass you in front of the class

7. Don't forget your units because he will scream NAKED NUMBERS!! Really loud

8. If you can do optional assignments it's an easy way to boost up your grades

You're Welcome, sincerely Jack & Spencer

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Future Freshman in Fay’s Class,

“Weirdness” Mr. Fay will probably be the weirdest teacher you have ever had. He does creepy voices, and when you come across the symbol μ he is going to meow like a cat. As long as you do the homework in his class you will pass.

“Studying”- To be honest you won’t need to study as long as you follow along and pay attention in class.

“Make-Ups” One plus side is you may repeat any assignment before the end of the semester to get you points back except for tests. He offers make ups for quizzes where you can still get a good grade, so don’t stress about doing back on a quiz.

“The Hat” - Don’t be afraid of the hat, if you don’t know the answer he won’t make fun of you for it, he will try to help you get the answer and will help you learn.

“The Final” -The Final is just a collection of all the tests you have had but simplified because there is so much to go through. You may expect it to be impossible but it is mostly Knowledge and Comprehension question (Bloom’s Taxonomy)

“I’m a Little Teapot/Rotate palm towards forehead” - If you make a very stupid mistake like forgetting your chromebook in Mr. Fays class he will make you rotate your palm towards you forehead and make you facepalm in front of the whole class, also in other situations he will make you sing I’m a Little Teapot.

“UNITS” Make sure you include units in your answers especially when he asks you about a problem on the board. Don’t be surprised if he says “RHINOCEROSES” or “NAKED NUMBER”... just remember your units.

WHEN MR. FAY SAYS HUAH YOU MUST REPLY WITH HUAH

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Dear future fay students,

1. Write down all the notes for Reverse Classrooms and in class notes.

2. The hat is by far the scariest thing, but it is okay if you do not know the answer.

3. Come prepared to class.

4. Do the optional assignments the more you do the less value your final is.

5. Participate in labs and do not let your group members do all the work because it will end up hurting you for the practical.

Good luck.

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So you have Fay. I’m sorry. RIP you. I’m sure you have heard the nightmare of the bald white guy at this point. So. Yeah. But hey, don’t worry though. His class is quite the riot if you come in with the right mindset. Fay is a very real dude. He teaches quickly and his class is heavily fast-paced. Any homework he assigns really isn’t optional unless you REALLY understand the material. First half of the year is kinda dry but wow is Fay good at making boring things interesting to learn. The labs are pretty boring though. His class is as hard as you want it to be honestly. The amount of opportunities for you to succeed is a heck of a lot more than middle school however the same goes for failure. Stay on top of things and don’t be afraid to go for help. And in total, just have fun. This goes for his class and high school in general. So many freshmen come in so afraid and stressed about everything. Come in with a level head and you’ll be fine. High school is short. It really doesn’t matter. One bad test grade doesn’t define you. Take it seriously but there really is no way to fail if you really try. You all are about to embark on quite a wild ride. Enjoy it, because it’s only 4 short years until you’re off to college in the real world. Fay’s class? Whether or not you know how electrons flow when you’re trying to find a career couldn’t matter less. But Fay is an incredible freshmen teacher as he well prepares you for life, acclimating you for independence but still having a helpful hand if you’re drowning. Physics doesn’t matter. School doesn’t matter. The lessons you can learn from high school do. Don’t stress, have fun and take your time. You’ll graduate one day. You’ll go to college. Don’t force anything right now. And enjoy Mr.Fay. He’s a fun guy when you give him a chance.

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Dear future freshmen,
Physics is probably one of the hardest classes you can take, but you'll be fine because I made it. If you fail your physics tests you will be fine because Mr. Fay always does his best to help you, by the way the retakes are you teaching it to him. You should always do the optional homework it's free points. You should always pay attention to him in class and to his reverse classrooms for when he assigns them. Good luck and if I made it you can too!

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Dear future physics students,

Do not be afraid for this school year, I promise you will survive. Here are some helpful tips to surviving Fays freshman physics class:

1. Have growth mindset not fixed - have an open mind and do not be afraid to get up and try again.

2. Do optional assignments-they are very helpful and give you a few helpful points to boost your grade.

3. Do not be scared to participate- it actually helps you understand the topic better and makes class more enjoyable.

4. Do not cram study- it can actually hurt you more than help you. Make sure you get a good night’s sleep before a test.

5. If you are confused about a topic asked mr. Fay to clarify something for you- it is actually helpful, especially before a test.

6. Do not be afraid of Fay he is not scary- he might seem mean or intimidating but do not jump to conclusions, he is actually a pretty great teacher.

7. When studying for tests and quizzes go over old homework and notes- these topics might be on the test and the practice can come in handy later.

8. Correct your tests if necessary -  the extra points can be very helpful.

9. Do not screw around in labs- you will have a lab practical at the end of each semester so make sure you know the material and use lab time to practice important skills.

10. Do not let projects like the mousetrap car scare you-it is not actually that difficult, just do not overthink it and make sure you have a growth mindset.

11. Use his videos and reverse classrooms- Take notes from these they are a good resource.

12. Write down everything Fay says in a class lecture- even the stories and such because he uses them on tests so make sure you understand the main concepts.

13. On tests make sure you go into “analysis” (from bloom's taxonomy)- Fay is looking for students to do this and move their way up the pyramid.

14. MOST IMPORTANT, do not stress!- it may seem impossible, but stressing wil not accomplish anything.

Good luck and have fun future freshies!

-Megan Tazioli and Hannah Plush

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Dear future freshmen,
I have a few tips that you need to know in order to succeed in Mr. Fay's class.

1. Pay attention in class. He uses this computer program called "The Hat". If you remember your teacher in elementary school picking popsicle sticks with student's names to answer questions, this is basically a digital version of that. Try to be correct if The Hat picks you, but if you don't Mr. Fay is supportive and guides you to find the right answer to the question. Also, part of the final exam is doing labs that you did in the past without any help, so make sure you participate in the labs.

2. Study for quizzes and tests. Physics is not an easy-A. In order to get A's on assessments, you need to study. In middle school, I was one of those kids that always got A's without studying. This is a class that you HAVE to study in order to succeed.

3. Homework. Mr. Fay assigns two different types of homework assignments. Assignments can be either optional or required. You should do the work even if it is optional because you can be granted extra credit if you do. If you didn't get the best grade on a quiz or test, spending a little time doing a homework assignment can boost your overall grade up to lesson some damage from a bad assessment grade.

Mr. Fay was one of the best teachers I've ever had. He is a great teacher, and makes science fun. I've had boring science classes in the past, and this is definitely not one of them. Just follow my tips and all of the others on this padlet and you will do great!

-Zach

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Congrats! You are officially apart of Mr. Fay’s physics class. Some would say that Mr. Fay is the scariest teacher they’ve ever had, and yes he is a bit intimidating, but in the end not so much. Never skip this class or you’re screwed because you will miss a lot of things. Also, always make sure to complete all homework assignments and take lots of notes. Pay attention during labs and make sure to participate. Trust me if you don’t, you will be in big trouble when it comes to the lab practicals. If you don’t do well on a quiz, Mr. Fay offers quiz corrections.

Mr. Fay has something called The Hat, which pulls out random names from the people in your class and “calls on them.” Just a heads up the hat music is the most annoying sound you will ever hear. Be prepared to get picked. Always try your best, the answer does not have to be right and if it is not Mr. Fay will give you hints towards the right answer.

In order to succeed in this class just always pay attention and listen to what Mr. Fay has to say.

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Dear Future Freshmen,

Mr. Fay's class is, to put it bluntly, hard. There's lots of difficult concepts that are covered over a very short period of time, but there are things that you should know beforehand before you start tackling this monster of a course.

1. If you need help, ask for it. Being a strong self advocate is one of the major keys to success in Fay's class. You have the option to correct Quizzes and homework. (Take this opportunity!!!!)

2.  Do the work. Slacking off in this class will drive you down into a deep hole that is very very hard to get out of. Staying caught up with the work load will keep your grade up, and it will reduce your stress in the long run.

3. Don't be afraid of the hat. The hat is a randomizer that calls on someone at random. Don't be afraid if you don't know the answer. If you don't know the answer, don't worry. He'll help you through it so you can get to the answer without a problem.

4. Take diligent and detailed notes. This is another major part of success in Fay's class. The notes you take turn into your study material, and everything comes full circle in the end. It's good to keep everything organized in one notebook as well.

5. Participate in class. Mr. Fay will make everyone do a silly activity "until the cool kids do it." He tries his hardest to make his lectures entertaining and fun. Reciprocate, and you'll have fun too!

Have fun and good luck with your freshman year!

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Dear Future Fay Students,
Here are a few tips to help you throughout the year!
1) Come prepared to class every single day. Always bring your folder,  notebook, blue card, green card, calculator, and pencil.

2) Complete the optional homework that is assigned. Even though it seems like extra work, in the end you will be happy with the extra points you were given and your overall grade.

3) Take detailed notes on everything that is on the screen and everything he says. These notes will help you with tests and quizzes.

4) Do not be afraid of the hat. Try your best to know the answer but there is no consequence if you don't.

Have fun and good luck!

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Dear future freshmen,
Mr. Fay may seem intimidating at first, and he is, but he is really a great teacher. I can say that physics was one of my most challenging classes this year, but it was definitely worth it.
The scariest thing he has is "the Hat", but you'll learn that it's okay if you don't know the answer once your name is picked.
Here are some tips:
1) always stay on top of your homework-take advantage of your off-labs!
2) do the optional homework assignments, it comes in handy even if you don't turn it in.
3) you'll want to take very good notes in his class-they come in handy once you start studying for finals.
4) lab practicals aren't something to cram until 12 am for. Just relax!
5) when studying for tests, take advantage of all the practices that he's given you.
6) it's okay if you don't know what's happening or miss a day with a lecture; half the class is probably confused as well.
7) when there's a chance to get extra credit, take it. You don't know when it will come in handy.
8) Mr. Fay is very reasonable-if you talk to him, he'll understand why you didn't do homework or complete an assignment.
9) always include units. NAKED NUMBERS!
10) don't forget Bloom's Taxonomy.
11) focus on having a growth mindset (he'll explain it to you). The last thing you want during your freshman year is to feel like you can't improve.

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1. When Mr.Fay starts The Hat be prepared to answer the best you can. If you get it wrong he will explain hint what the answer was.

2. Mr.Fay rarely give tests you might get a quiz every few weeks, but make sure you study for those also.

3. Try to do as much optional homework as you can he doesn’t always give points for it, but he does do it at random.

4. If you struggle after taking notes he has a youtube channel filled with reverse classrooms which explain the topic.

5. As you enter second semester he will push you up Bloom’s Taxonomy.

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Dear future Fay students,
Don't be afraid of him at all, he seems intimidating but he really isn't. Don't be afraid to ask questions or to him for help because he is always happy to teach. The scariest thing of this class is "the hat." It's a random name generator that calls on you at any time, so you always need to be prepared. If you don't know the answer, Mr. Fay guides you to the correct answer so it's not embarrassing at all. The biggest thing that you guys should know is DO THE OPTIONAL HOMEWORK. Every assignment and test is in the same category so when you get the points from the optional homework it beings the value of other tests and quizzes down. More importantly, it also brings down the value of the final, which is extremely helpful. Good Luck guys! Don't be nervous!

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Incoming freshman!! Mr. Fay's physics class is no "easy A". In order to succeed in his class, you need to
1. Pay attention to every lecture and take notes
2. Catch up on any missed work
3. DO NOT cram studying!
4. Take advantage of off lab. Work on homework with your classmates and use them for extra help
5. Ask questions. Don't wait for the hat to call on you and for you to not know the answer!!

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1.The Hat: A program that randomly picks kids name. Don't sit back you can get picked
2. Do all the assignments even though they may be optional.
3.Do the labs and don't just sit back and watch others do they

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Dear future freshman,
Get ready for a tough class, but after enduring lots of hard tests and quizzes you will come out knowing so much more then when you walked into the class. You need to take initiative in the class and come to him when you need help on a certain subject. I recommend to take as many possible points by doing the optional homework. Also don't forget your blue card or else you will have to rotate your palm toward your forehead in front of the whole class. Get ready for lots of work! Good luck!

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Dear new freshman. My advice to you in Mr. Fay's class is to follow all the rules, do all the homework even if it's optional, and complete everything to your best ability. If you follow these rules you will be successful in this classroom. The optional homework usually is not that hard and you get points for completion. Even if you do it all wrong you still get points. Also it helps you prepare for upcoming exams and quizzes. Every question on homework and tests is usually deeply evaluated and if you put a lot of thought and effort into the question you will do well. Good Luck!

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Hello future Fay students. This a a tough class and you really need to advocate for yourself, take the initiative. You need help, go in for help, test coming up, study for the test. Grade struggling, do some extra credit, there's a lot of it. And even if you have a great grade, always, always do the extra reading notes. Its great study material and easy extra points. For the Engineering labs that you will encounter such as the egg drop. Take what you learned from last year’s egg drop and apply it to this class. For the home labs you really have to fend for yourself, do your own research and build your own solution. If you take intro to engineering, use those skills!

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Dear future freshman…

Tips for succeeding in Mr. Fay’s Class:

1. Understand - Mr. Fay is a reasonable guy if you work in his class. Turn in assignments on time and do all optional work and his class will not be a problem. If you have problems and are working hard, he will help you to succeed.

2. ALWAYS do your homework, optional or not. The more homework you do, the more points you get. And the more points that you get, the less the final will affect your overall grade.

3.  Take very diligent notes (this is arguably the most important key to success in Fay’s class) - Mr. Fay has in class and online lectures a few times a week the entire year and the best way to review for assessments is to look back at your notes so it is important to take organized and precise notes.

4. Pay very close attention to his “Growth Vs. Fixed Mindset” idea when he brings it up (or look it up right now!). This will not only provide a pathway to success in his class (if you choose to have a growth mindset) but it will also help his teaching style make a lot more sense.

5. Don’t talk to your friends about the ridiculously small amount of work they get, or how easy their test was because you will ALWAYS be disappointed. Understand that Mr. Fay’s teaching style (and content) is different from the other physics teachers and it’s not a bad thing.

6. Come to class prepared! If you don’t, you may get overwhelmed with work. (he assigns a lot of it).

7. Study for tests and quizzes, If you already do study...study harder for his quizzes and tests.

8. Always participate in labs, When your lab final comes around, trust me, you'll be happy you did. Be the most active in your lab group.

9. Don’t talk in class. There is a good chance this will be one of the most difficult classes you take this year and if you participate and pay attention, the difficulty of the course is cut in half.

10. If you are having difficulty, he will help you in the best way possible, so don’t be shy to ask for help. Because he will provide it.

11. Don’t ask questions that can be answered with the resources that he provides, he’ll make you look silly if you do.