Course Title:  Chemistry – Matter and Change Level: ACP Instructor: Mr. Boody Instructor Welcome Back to School Presentation Mr. Boody Office Hours: Mondays 2:30 - 3:05 in room 436. Scheduled by appointment.

Science Support Center Schedule

Mr. Boody's Schedule:

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Course Description:

         The objective for this course is to allow students to develop an appreciation for science and the chemical properties that govern our world. Students will spend time examining the physical structure of matter, how this matter interacts through chemical processes, and the role of energy in these interactions. Students will also develop an appreciation for the application of Chemistry in our society. Experiments, application activities, problem solving, and group decision-making are a central part of this course. Nightly homework focuses on reviewing class notes, applying concepts learned in class, and laboratory reports. Students in this course should have completed a year of science and have the recommendation of their grade nine science teacher.

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Course Sequence:

Sequence subject to change to better accommodate for students and schedule.

Semester 1:

• • Unit 1: The Nature of Matter - Chapters 1 and 2
  • Unit 2: The Atom and Nuclear Chemistry - Chapters 3 and 4
  • Unit 3: Electrons and the Periodic Table - Chapters 5 and 6
  • Unit 4: Compounds and Chemical Bonds - Chapter 7 and 10

Semester 2:

• • Unit 5: Chemical Change - Chapters 9 and 14
  • Unit 6: The Mole and Stoichiometry - Chapters 8 and 9
  • Unit 7: The Properties of Matter - Chapter 13
  • Unit 8: Particles and Physical Properties - Chapter 10 and 11
  • Unit 9: Solutions and Acid/Base Chemistry - Chapter 12 and 15

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Student Engagement Expectations:

Student engagement is so important to overall success in any course.  Communication, attention, and patience are important elements!  Students should reach out whenever they need additional support.

Successful Chemistry Students....

• • Bring charged laptops, notebook or binder, and pencil/pen.
  • Are in the classroom when the scheduled class begins.    

• • Remain engaged while participating in all lessons.  This might mean taking notes, responding to questions, actively participating in groups or in the lab.
  • Check the Daily Agenda on Canvas OFTEN.
  • Communicate, communicate, communicate!!!  Students are expected to reach out when they hit roadblocks.  There will be MANY.  Please check in when you need support!

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Required Course Materials:

Charged Laptop and something to write with

• • While some work this year will be completed through the computer or online, we will need to write or draw some items in class and remotely.  Please have access to paper and pencil (or pen) at all times.

Headphones or Earbuds:

• • There may be a lot happening in the classrooms.  Students will use video and simulations to complete some of the work this year.  Students should have headphones with them whenever they attend Chemistry class to best focus on these items.

Three Ring Binder

• • Handouts and notes should be kept in a binder. All material for the year should be organized. You will need it!

Lab Supplies

• • All labs completed during lab blocks should be kept in a Bound Notebook of graph paper. Students will be given lab notebooks this year!  Students will also need scissors and glue sticks to complete lab setup.  Please have some glue sticks handy!  They run out quick.

Goggles (Optional)

• • Students are required to wear goggles during all lab experiences.  Students may borrow goggles from the classroom supply or purchase their own.  

Textbook

• • Students will have access to the High School Chemistry Textbook by T. van Geel.  It is posted on Canvas.  Students may print this book out if they wish.

Scientific Calculator

• • The subject of Chemistry is often very math-based. This year all Chemistry student will use TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator in class.  Students are welcome to use the classroom set or purchase their own.

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Grading Policy:

         The final grade for ACP Chemistry will be calculated according to the following breakdown.  Grade weights or sequence may shift to better support students and schedule.

Item	Course Content	Weight
Term1	Units 1 and 2	22%
Term 2	Units 3 - 5	22%
Semester 1 Final	Units 1 - 5	6 %
Term 3	Unit 6 and 7	22%
Term 4	Unit 8 and 9	22 %
Semester 2 Final	Units 6 - 9	6 %

Schedule subject to change to better accommodate students needs.

Grade Details:

Quizzes and Summative Assessments (Unit Tests):

• Quizzes will be given at least once a cycle. The lowest quiz each term will be excluded from the students term average. 
• There will be a summative assessment at the end of each Unit to monitor student mastery.  These assessments will be worth 50 - 100 points.  Students earning below 73% on a major summative assessment (Unit Test or large Quiz) may retake the assessment and earn up to 73%.  Students may only utilize this option once a term.  Students seeking accommodations for assessments must speak with their instructor in advance of the assessment to arrange the details. 

Lab Activities and Projects:

• Lab Activities will generally be worth 10 -20 points. A larger, long term project might be worth more. Each lab partner  or group member must turn in an individual lab activity unless told otherwise.

Homework: 

• Homework will be assigned daily.  Homework will be collected or checked in class and evaluated for completion (0-2 points each).  
• IMPORTANT NOTE:  Graded assignments are posted in the Daily Agenda and in PowerSchool.  Students are expected to check assignments and grades often. 

Attendance: 

• While it is imperative that students are in class and on time everyday, they will sometimes need to miss a lesson.  Students are expected to check the Daily Agenda when out and follow up with their teacher over email if they missed items.  Any missed assignments for a Unit due to an absence must be completed before the Unit Assessment to earn credit.  Assignments will not be counted if they are turned in after the Unit Assessment is given. 

• In the event of a teacher absence, Mr. Boody will email you to communicate the assignment for that day with a clear due date.  If you have questions on the assignment, please email Mr. Boody while you are working on the assignment that day.  He will either get back to you via email or answer your questions at the start of the next class.   

Cell Phone Policy:

• In order to prevent disruption in classroom and to respect the academic environment the use of handheld electronic devices is prohibited during class time without expressed teacher approval.  All devices must be stored on the shelf at the start of the class.  Failure to comply may result in the cell phone being confiscated by the teacher and submitted to the house office.  Please see the WHS Student Handbook for details and related consequences.