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Chemistry in the Community (CHEMCOM) Mrs. Lisa Tighe Welcome to ChemCom! You are now about to take a fantastic and wonderful journey into the world of science. The guiding principles behind our journey relate to the National Science Standards and the Illinois Science Standards.. It is these standards that will serve as the guidelines and expectations of what you are to learn as a student of Chemistry. Course Description: Topics to be covered include: Atomic Theory & Structure, Chemical Equations and Reactions, Gas Laws, Liquids & Solids, Radioactivity, The Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, Energy Changes, Nuclear Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Chemical Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acids & Bases, and Electrochemistry. Course Expectations: Students in this Science course are expected to develop problem solving skills, scientific literacy, digital literacy, scientific writing and reading skills. Students are expected to come to class prepared and to complete assignments on time. Textbooks and Materials: Textbooks will not be assigned to students. A science binder is required to keep assignments, writing assignments, lab reports, class notes, etc. A notebook specifically for science is required for class notes and class work.

Grading Plan: Grades are based on the point system. Each assignment is assigned a point value based on the difficulty and importance. Quizzes and larger assignments can range from 10 to 50 points. Tests are 50 to 100 points while larger projects and papers may weigh even heavier. A students final average is computed by taking the total number of points received divided by the total number of possible points creating a percentage. For Example: Unit TestSection QuizBell WorkYou earned: You received 88 out of 100 possible points You received 40 out of 50 possible points You received 27 out of 30 possible points 155 out of 180 possible points. 155/180 = .861 or 86% 1

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Each student is required to create and maintain a binder consisting of the following items: 1) daily bell work assignments, 2) class notes, 3) activities and worksheets, 4) returned quizzes, and 5) journal entries. All student work must be added to the portfolio unless otherwise noted by the teacher. Any work not completed during the daily lesson will be considered homework. Any work done in class or at home should be placed in the students binder, which the student should bring to every class, binder may be stored in class as well. Binders will be checked on a regular basis. Each student will participate in several individual/small group activities/presentations. Grading Scale: A B C D F Course Policies: Student Work: Students will be expected to complete assignments outside of class time on a regular basis. All students are expected to read class material, think critically and write effectively. Students are expected to use complete sentences, proper grammar and correct spelling in every written performance. Binder: Students will be required to bring your binder to class everyday. You will be expected to maintain a neatly organized binder for the duration of the class. Your binder will be filled with items you have created and assignments that reflect your mastery of course objectives. The teacher will give you regular guidance on how to construct and maintain your binder,. Group Activities: You will be working in groups on a regular basis. Your group will be given cooperative learning activities to complete. You will be expected to be an active member of your group and participation points will be assessed accordingly. You will always be graded as an individual; however your group may earn points together that will lead to a reward. Extra Credit: Opportunities for extra credit will be offered from time to time. Extra credit is extra work above and beyond the usual homework, not work used to cover up missing work. Absences: If a student is absent, it is HIS/HER responsibility to get all late work from the teacher and return it in a timely manner. Course Website: www.teach-stem.com 90-100 80-89 70-79 60-69 59 or Below

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There is a website created for this course. On this website, there are assignments, discussions, links, review materials, etc. A review of the course website will be given during course. This website is a tool that can help you be successful in this course. Class Rules: The student is expected to treat the teacher and other students with respect at all times. Offensive language and hatefulness is not acceptable in this class. I like to use as a guideline Do the Right Thing. You know what is right and wrong and you will be expected to act accordingly. Students are expected to be in their seats and prepared for class when the bell rings. Being prepared for class means having all materials, portfolios, books, pens, etc. out and ready. Pay attention. Talking while the teacher is instructing or while other students are presenting will not be permitted. Listen the first time directions are given. Students will stay in their seats at all times unless otherwise directed by the teacher. The phrase I dont know is never an acceptable answer.

Class Materials: All students will need the following:

Three Ring Binder 1 set of 5 Tab Dividers Notebook Paper (college ruled) Scientific Calculator

Extra Credit will be given for the following items (limit 1 of each per student):
Kleenex White Elmers Glue Loose Leaf paper

If you bring any extra credit items make sure your name and class period are written on them. Statement for Academic Dishonesty:
Academic honesty is expected in this class. Cheating will not be tolerated. Consequences may include: reduction in grade on assignment, repeat assignment, no grade on assignment or others as deemed appropriate. Academic dishonesty will be reported to a school counselor and a parent will be notified.

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I have read and understand the rules for Mrs. Tighes Science Classroom. Parent/Guardian Signature:_____________________________ Date:__________________ Parent/Guardians Email Address:_______________________ and/or _____________________ Student Signature:________________________________ Date:__________________