1. Chemistry at SV High

2. Grades Grade Scale Grade Break Down
90%-↑ A 80-89% B 70-79% C 60-69% D 59%-↓ F
75% Assessments
Tests
Quizzes
25% Labs
Write-ups
Worksheet Labs
Projects
pHet Simulations

3. Exams Regular Always announced Tests Quizzes
Minimum 1 week lead time with Benchmark Study Guides
Tests
Multiple Select (60%)
Curved
Math Portion
Not curved (30%)
Constructed Response Questions (10%)
Not curved, extra credit available
Quizzes
Some do not count towards grade.
Allow students to determine their progress.

4. Exams Honors Always announced Tests Quizzes
Sometime know 2 weeks in advanced
Tests
Multiple Select (40%)
Curved
Math Portion
Not curved (30%)
Specific Worksheet problems are announced.
Constructed Response Questions (30%)
Not curved
Quizzes
Some do not count towards the grade.
Allow students to determine their progress.

7. Labs Honors/Regular There are approximately 16 labs Lab write ups
Formal writing assessments
Students have handouts for formats/rubric
Samples from previous students.
Minimum of one week lead time.
Due by 11:59 p.m. on the due date.

8. Homework Every night 30 minutes
Online homework
Worksheets uploaded to google classroom
Short Video
Labs
Studying for tests/quizzes
No credit in grade.

9. Contact Information
(best method)
Call
ext. 2514
ext. 2513
Websites
Sierravistachemistry.weebly.com
Garcia.weebly.com