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Back to School Night

Learn about the Honors Chemistry course taught by Stacey Gould. The course covers topics such as atomic structure, bonding, thermodynamics, acids and bases, and more. Get an overview of the course content, assessments, and tips for success. Contact information provided for further questions.

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Back to School Night

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  1. Back to School Night • Honors Chemistry • Stacey Gould

  2. Course Content • Textbook:Chemistry (Prentice Hall) Matter, Energy and Change Atomic Structure/Theory Measurement/Problem Solving Periodic Law Chemical Formulas/Naming Bonding Stoichiometry Thermodynamics Solids, Liquids, and Gases Solutions and other Mixtures Reaction Rates/Equilibrium Acids and Bases Kinetics Chemical Equations Oxidation/Reduction Electrochemistry

  3. Honors Chemistry • Typical Class • Starts with preview or review questions • Introduce Concept • Skill: Guided Practice • Practice / Work time (one on one help) • Review Concept and Student Questions • Hands-on activities and labs are incorporated whenever possible

  4. Coursework and Assessments • Homework is given at the start of each chapter, and is due the day before the test. • Quizzes within the chapter for most topics • Tests occur at the end of each chapter • Laboratory activities occur within most chapters • Final Exam is given at the end of the year and is cumulative.

  5. Return of Assessments • Quizzes and tests are returned to students within 1 – 2 days. • Correct answers are provided in class • Test Corrections = better understanding • District Assessments will not be returned to students as per department policy (ex: final exam)

  6. Reporting Progress • Grades are entered and published in HAC for parents and students to view. • Formal progress reports are issued eight times during the school year; four interim reports and four report cards • Please contact me any time regarding your child’s progress in chemistry.

  7. Clinic • Extra help is available Tuesday – Thursday after school. • Students should attend clinic as soon as they know they are struggling with a concept or skill. • The day before a test or quiz is often crowded and provides little opportunity for individual attention. It is best to attend clinic on a regular basis to receive extra help.

  8. Tips and suggestions • Chemistry is cumulative • concepts introduced in the first marking period will be used throughout the year. • Students should invest 20 minutes per night on chemistry. If there is no formal homework assignment, students should review class notes and assignments, and keep up with the chapter homework • Keeping up with the material is the key to a successful year!

  9. Science Fair and SAT II • Please take a handout describing the opportunities for participation in the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science and/or Intel Science fairs this year. • SAT II subject area exam is offered in June. We provide the prep clinics starting in March. Free and after school

  10. Contact Information • email: sgould@crsd.org (preferred method) • phone: 215-944-1346

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