Chemistry Course Grading Policies and Objective 

INSTRUCTOR:  Ms. Lynn Chuang

TEXTBOOK:  Chemistry, Prentice Hall 2007

CONTACT INFORMATION

Phone Number:  714-433-6163

Email:  lynn.chuang@sausd.us

Room Number:  2-103 / ONLINE

CURRICULUM

The high school performance expectations in Physical Science blend the core ideas with scientific and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts to support students in developing usable knowledge to explain more in-depth phenomena across the science disciplines with a focus on several scientific practices. These include developing and using models, planning and conducting investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematical and computational thinking, and constructing explanations; and to use these practices to demonstrate understanding of the core ideas. Students are also expected to demonstrate understanding of several engineering practices, including design and evaluation.  

The main topics adopted from the Next Generation Science Standards for Chemistry are Structure and Properties of Matter, Energy, and Chemical Reactions.  Conceptual shifts aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards include:

1. Focus on deeper understanding and application of content.

2. Reflection of real world interconnections.

3. Integration of science content, engineering practices and crosscutting concepts.

4. Coordination with English Language Arts and Mathematics Common Core State Standards.

GODINEZ STUDENT EXPECTATIONS TO BE A SUCCESSFUL AND CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF OUR CLASS

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TIPS AND ADVICE TO BE A SUCCESSFUL AND CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF OUR CLASS

1. Be MINDFUL and KIND to yourself, other humans, and animals.

2. Have GRIT - find success through failures.

3. I actually read your answers and look at your work.

4. Daily Participation.  Each day is worth four points in Participation.  A tardy results in two points deducted. 

5. Being Absent.  If possible, please let me know beforehand in person or by email.  I also suggest looking at  our Daily Agendas in Google Classroom to find out what we did and what you need to do.  If you need handouts, come in the morning before first period.  To earn back your daily participation points attend one of my tutoring sessions.

6. For maximum full credit, completed assignments and projects must be brought to Mrs. Chuang’s attention by the deadline, especially if you were absent and you have a new deadline.

7. “The class is not hard, you just have to pay attention and do the work.”-- 2016 Student

8. “If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.” -- Mark Twain

9. “Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, “I will try again tomorrow.” -- Mary Anne Radmacher

10. Put forth your best efforts and work hard every day. Don’t just say it, show it. Mrs. Chuang is here to support and help you.

 Recommended Materials
1. Spiral Notebook

2. Colored pencils

3. Colored pens and highlighters

4. Scientific calculator

Grading
Projects/Exam ~60%

Lab Reports/HW ~20%

Engagement ~20%

NOTE:  The content of this syllabus may be modified at any time at the discretion of the instructor.

The above requirements and expectations for Chemistry are designed to provide all students the excellent learning climate they deserve.  I look forward to meeting you and working with you this year in order to provide the best education possible. -- Mrs. Chuang

CHEMISTRY COURSE CONTRACT

I/We have read, do understand, and will follow the Curriculum and Expectations for Chemistry.

• I, _____FIRST AND LAST NAME________________, agree it is my responsibility to put forth my greatest effort and produce quality work to maintain a grade of a “C” or higher in the Chemistry course.  

• I agree to attend tutoring on a weekly basis if I am earning an “F” in the class.  I should attend tutoring even if I am earning a “D” in the class.  

Student First & Last Name _______________________________________________  Period  ______ 

Student Signature _____________________________________________________      

Parent/Guardian ______________________________________________________ 

Parent/Guardian Signature ______________________________________________

Parent Email _________________________________________________________ 

Parent Contact Number(s) ______________________________________________  Date ____________________