1. CHEMISTRY Mrs. Gebhard Email: gebhardjessica@coventryschools.net gebhardjessica@coventryschools.net

2. Welcome to Chemistry! Introductions

3. Classroom Norms We will post an agenda on the white board each day. It will include: The date Objectives for the day Upcoming due dates for assignments

4. Chemistry Big Ideas Scientific Method and Inquiry Matter and Energy Scientific Measurement Atomic Structure Periodic Table and Trends Nuclear Chemistry Chemical Reactions Gas Laws Lab Report Writing

5. How to Get Help! Email: gebhardjessica@coventryschools.netgebhardjessica@coventryschools.net Class Website: www.gebhardjessica.wikispaces.comwww.gebhardjessica.wikispaces.com Academic Lab Support My Advisory/Academic Lab is in Room 807 I am available to meet during the first semester. We will usually meet in the Old Café. Get a pass from me prior to Academic Lab. Second semester I will only be able to accommodate a limited number of students. Before or After School I am available most days. Please let me know if you plan to meet with me before or after school. Lab make-ups will need to be completed after school. Conference to review your work – please make an appointment

6. Course Materials Each student will need for this class: Three Ring Binder/Folder Notebook/Paper Writing Utensil Scientific Calculator Chemistry Book: Chemistry

7. Behavior Expectations Come to class prepared.

8. Cell phones/mp3 players/electronic devices must remain away during the class period.

9. Be respectful of the teacher, classmates, and self.

10. Actively and thoughtfully participate in class.

12. Behavior Expectations Other Suggestions?

13. Grading Your grade will be determined as a combination of tests, quizzes (announced or unannounced), labs, assignments, projects, and class participation. The total points will be averaged at the end of the quarter to determine the grade percent. Quizzes, Tests, In Class Activities, Labs, and Common Tasks will vary in points depending on length of assignment. Midterm Exam & Final Exam – 20% of each semester grade. Homework will be worth either 5 or 10 points depending upon length of assignment. Please refer to the school homework policy for more detailed information. Positive participation (attending class both physically and mentally) is worth two or more points a day, depending on the class activity. The following actions are examples of participation: arriving to class on time, completing warm-up and exit questions, being prepared for class, attentiveness, taking notes, lab participation, and following class rules.

14. Make up Work: Assignments must be turned in on time for full credit. It is your responsibility to complete any make up work. Following the Student Handbook, you have the same number of days absent to hand in missed work.

16. Self-Monitoring It is your responsibility to monitor your progress in class. Individual grade sheets will be given out at least 2 times per quarter. Printouts of grades are also available upon request. Teacher/Student/Parent conferences are always available to review coursework and student progress.

17. HOMEWORK! Signed syllabus DUE TUESDAY 9/3/12 5 points

19. CHEMISTRY 1. What is Chemistry? 2. What do you think you will learn about this year? The Element Song Even Harry Potter can sing it! Periodic Table Song 2