Syllabus

Expectations & Policies
 * Chemistry - Course Outline

Description**: Chemistry is a 2 term, 1 credit science elective for juniors and seniors (sophomores may enroll with special permission if space permits). This introductory chemistry class is intended to fulfill the science requirement for admissions into most technical colleges and universities as well as a prerequisite to Advanced Chemistry. This course will cover science basics, laboratory safety, scientific method, units of measure, metric system and problem solving. It will also cover atomic structure, periodic properties and trends, chemical bonding, chemical reactivity, stoichiometry and acids and bases. Advanced Chemistry is highly recommended for anyone who will take a full year of chemistry in college.


 * Required Materials**: A dedicated notebook with 2 or 3 separate sections (spiral or loose leaf in a binder), a folder, pen or pencils, and a calculator with exponent and log keys (Pamida sells them for under $15).


 * Grading**: Quarter and semester grades in this class will be determined by the number of points a student has earned vs. the number of possible points offered. The letter grade on the student’s report card will be determined in accordance with Arcadia High School’s grading policy. Students will be graded on daily warm-ups, homework assignments, tests and quizzes, and laboratory work and write-ups.


 * Homework**: Will be assigned a few days a week. Time will always be given in class to begin the assignment. Please use this time wisely! All homework should be completed on the handout sheet or in a special section of your notebook. Do not complete homework in the same portion of your notebook that you use for notes. Homework will always be due the class period after it is assigned. Sometimes I will give a 3 point homework check for having it done, other times I will collect and grade it. When I collect homework, all assignments will be placed in the blue bin in the front of the room at the beginning of the class period. Assignments handed in at the end of the class period or later will be given no more than half credit.


 * Absences/Missed Classes**: A zero will be recorded on STI for all work missed when absent. The zeros will be replaced with a full credit score, if it is placed in the blue bin within a couple of days of one’s return to school. Students are responsible for determining what was missed and getting assignments to Mrs. Lettner within a day or two of one’s return. Students who will miss class for school activities will need to obtain the assignment ahead of time and will be required to hand it in with the rest of the class. Lengthy absences will be dealt with on an individual basis. Worksheets and Smartboard notes will be posted on the k:drive. The Smartboard notes will be saved by date, so if you are absent on a given day, you can go to the k:drive to obtain everything that you missed. Feel free to email Mrs. Lettner (lettnerm@arcadia.k12.wi.us) to have work emailed to you the day you miss. Please put all absent work in the blue bin and write a note on the top as to the date that you missed class. Missed tests and quizzes must be made up within a couple of days of one’s return and must be taken in Mrs. Lettner’s room during a study hall or after school.


 * Grade/Progress reports**: A mid quarter grade sheet will be given to students to ensure that the student is aware of progress, but otherwise it will be assumed that the student/guardian can access their grade through STI. Students who do not have STI access should speak with Mrs. Lettner.

1. Be familiar with and follow Time Tracker expectations. 2. Be in your seat and working on the warm-up when the bell rings 3. Complete home & class assignments 4. Use time tracker passes wisely (only 3 passes will be given per quarter per student) 5. Remain seated until Mrs. Lettner dismisses class 6. Be respectful of others and their property 7. Work together to create a positive learning environment 8. Do not use classroom computers unless instructed to do so. When instructed to use computers use only the applications and web sites given by the teacher.
 * Student responsibilities**:
 * Laboratory responsibilities will be addressed separately

1. Violations pertaining to the handbook code of conduct will be handled as outlined in the tracker. 2. Being on time and prepared for class, as well as completing assignments both in and out of class is crucial to academic and personal success. Routine failure to meet these responsibilities will result in parent/guardian notification. 3. Failure to behave respectfully will result in a) 1st offense - warning b) 2nd offense - 15 min. detention c) 3rd offense – discipline referral, parent/guardian notification and conference.
 * Consequences when responsibilities not meet:**

Contact Information The best way to get in contact with me quickly is to email at (Lettnerm@arcadia.k12.wi.us). I can be reached by voice mail at: 608-323-3334 ext. 604. I encourage students and guardians to contact me if there are any concerns none

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