LAKE NORMAN HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY 1 2017/2018 TEACHER: MS LAKE NORMAN HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY 1 2017/2018 TEACHER: MS. LEZLIE CARROLL

MISSION STATEMENT We will strive to provide an excellent education in chemistry for a variety of learners. We will understand that chemistry is a way of thinking about how matter is constructed, organized, and functions. We build this chemical foundation in a context that helps students become scientifically responsible citizens, with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that will allow them to be successful in scientific or non-scientific professions. We will accomplish our classroom goals if each student:

Mission Statement continued… Actively participates Completes assignments Asks questions to gain understanding Studies for tests and quizzes Acts respectfully and responsibly

Mission Statement continued… Is provided laboratory and “hands-on” experience Is provided real-world applications Utilizes technology Enjoys learning! Support one another!

Learning Goal By the end of the semester/class, 100% of the Chemistry students will demonstrate competency in all skills and objectives outlined in the North Carolina Essential Standards for Chemistry by attaining a score of 85 % or higher on quarterly exams, the mid-term exam, and are 100% proficient on the NC Chemistry Final Exam!

Classroom Requirements 2 inch binder for this class only Loose leaf paper Pencil and pen TI-83+ calculator (highly suggested) or scientific calculator The classroom will provide the following upon request: Textbook: Holt’s Modern Chemistry Helpful Items: Latex gloves, distilled water, kleenex

Binders/Folders Students are expected to keep a neat and orderly binder. The binder must contain all classroom notes, homework, and assignments that they have completed. Homework checks will be done to ensure that all work has been completed.

Chapter Tests/Quizzes Students will be taking chapter tests and quizzes (sometimes surprise!) throughout the course. In addition, students must take Chemistry Final Exam (20 % of grade).

Safety Regulations Students are expected to abide by all laboratory safety regulations. Safety glasses, gloves, and aprons will be required for most lab experiments (provided by the school). Signed Safety Contract

Missed Notes, Homework, Assignments, Labs Students are responsible for missed notes, homework, and assignments due to absence. This make-up work must be completed within 5 days as per the Lake Norman High School student handbook. Any exemptions will be dealt with by Administration. Students are to have missed notes written down and obtained worksheets from the “extras” file before asking Ms. Carroll for explanation/assistance.

School Rules Students are also required to abide by Lake Norman High School Student Rules, including but not limited to: No profanity No disrespectful behavior Dress code observed

Classroom Rules Talk only at appropriate times (be respectful when teacher/other students are speaking Raise your hand to ask a question or directions Bottled water is allowed (all other food and drink is prohibited) Gum is allowed (if blowing bubbles, snapping, or chewing with mouth open, that privilege will be suspended for one month. If caught disposing of gum anywhere other than the garbage can, privileges are suspended for the rest of the year!)

Classroom Rules continued… Ms. Carroll dismisses the class, not the bell. Students will remain in their seats until dismissed. Respect others and their property (be polite and use good manners).

Classroom rules continued… Any statement resembling “let’s have a free day” will result in 5 extra assignment questions for the day.” Bathroom breaks are suggested to be taken in the last 30 minutes of class.

Classroom rules continued… Cell phones are on silent and out of sight between bells. They will only be used in class with permission. Laptops will be open or closed as per teacher instructions.

Quest On-line Homework Students will be assigned on-line homework through the Quest program provided by the University of Texas. There are over 11,200 chemistry problems inventoried for use. The Homework Service delivers unique, algorithm-based problems, where each student receives a version different from those given to other students.

Quest On-line Homework The student’s link to Quest is: https://quest.cns.utexas.edu/student. Information is also located on Ms. Carroll’s website: http://iss.schoolwires.com/1683204495640550/site/default.asp

Quest On-line Homework Course Unique No. Codes: Chemistry – Semester 1, Period 3: 201713 Chemistry – Semester 1, Period 4: 201714 Chemistry – Semester 2, Period 3: 201823 Chemistry – Semester 2, Period 4: 201824 (used only once to sign-up, will be provided again by Ms. Carroll)

Quest On-line Homework Some students utilize the system in the following manner 1. Login 2. print their homework 3.log out 4.work their homework offline 5.log in 6.submit their homework problem answers 7.obtain immediate answer feedback 8.resubmit answers when incorrect

Canvas Learning Management System Assignments, information, and resources will be located at our learning management system called Canvas. Students need to be active in Canvas regularly. Canvas will be synched with Powerschool. You will use your school-assigned Powerschool login to access Canvas. Canvas may be accessed at https://iss.instructure.com.

Internet Resources Internet resource links such as interactive quizzes and resource information are available on Ms. Carroll’s school web-site: http://iss.schoolwires.com//Domain/2854

Collaborative Technology nearpod.com kahoot.it b.socrative.com todaysmeet.com http://phet.colorado.edu Google docs

Course Evaluation Reporting Period No. 2 40.0% Chemistry Final Exam 20.0% 100% Reporting Period Grade Evaluation: Online Homework 12 % Daily Work/Homework 13% Labs/Experiments 18% Chapter Tests 45 % Quizzes 12 %

Contact Information E-mail Address: lcarroll@iss.k12.nc.us Web-Site: http://iss.schoolwires.com//Domain/2854 (Go to iss.k12.nc.us, schools, secondary schools, Lake Norman High, our staff, Lezlie Carroll) Phone Number: 704-799-8555 (ext. 1411)

Teacher Availability I am available all mornings from 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and after school from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. I am also available a SMART lunch for questions

Confirmation I have read and understand all of the aforementioned information I have visited Ms. Carroll’s school website I have received and read the “12 Essential Learning Goals” and “Student Safety Contract”! My child/I will obtain my UT EID number/password and enroll in the online chemistry course at https://quest.cns.utexas.edu/student I understand that assignments will be posted in Powerschool/Canvas daily, and I may look at my child’s current grades and assignments in Powerschool. My child/I will turn in the confirmation to Ms. Carroll. Student: ___________________ Date: ___________________ Signature: ___________________ Parent/Guardian: ___________________ Email: ___________________ Phone: ___________________