1. Academic Chemistry Room 123 Ms. Thomas

2. Have you ever been asked to collaborate with other people and to follow certain rules to achieve a common goal?

3. What would happen if you or your teammates decided not to follow these rules?
Defeat…

4. Now think about this…
Do you and I have a common goal we wish to achieve in this classroom setting?

5. What will guarantee our success in reaching this goal?

6. Mandatory Supplies: Pen and Pencil
3-ring binder (no smaller than 1”) with five tabs
Tabs for 3-ring binder:
Warm-ups/notes
Daily Assignments
Lab Reports
Homework
Special topics (articles, handouts, etc.)

7. Textbook Addison-Wesley, Chemistry, 2002 Prentice Hall (Home text)
Each student will be given a textbook to take home for the school year.
Textbooks must be covered at all times.

8. Grading Policy
40% - Tests & Projects 25% - Labs & Lab Quizzes 20% - Daily Quizzes 15% - Homework & Daily Work

9. Office Hours
Tuesday-Thursday* 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM Or by Appointment *Unless specified by Ms. Thomas

10. Make-up Work Policy
Students are responsible for the work missed due to an absence. This includes all types of absences (illnesses, family emergencies, fieldtrips, etc.).
Students can refer to the website to stay caught up

11. Make-up Folder.
Students are also responsible for checking the make-up folder.
Students will find handouts and assignments with their names.
Do not take work that doesn’t belong to you.

12. Make-Up Policies cont.
If you cannot meet the given deadlines for turning in make-up work, see me during tutorials to discuss other options.
If you miss quizzes, tests, notes, and/or labs, you need to make them up during my office hours times.
Under no circumstances will make-up work be discussed during regular class time.

13. Late Work cont.
Students have one day for every excused day they missed to make up their work without penalties.
All late work, excused or unexcused, needs to be turned in to the “late work” folder.

14. Keeping Up with Assignments
Students are required to check the class website and to complete all possible work before they return to class.
If a student misses more than a day it is recommended for them to attend office hours until they are caught up.

15. Test Retakes
Students may retest once every 6 weeks to bring up their test score to an 80. The test will be comprehensive and the date of the retake will be announced in advance the week before the end of the 6 weeks.

16. Academic Dishonesty I know that some students may cheat.
If I have proof that a student has cheated on any assignment, they will receive a ZERO and parents will be contacted.

17. When should I…? Sharpen my pencil = before the bell rings
Go to the restroom = during your passing period (I will follow BHS rules; you won’t be allowed to leave the first or last 15 minutes of class, so don’t ask. I reserve the right to deny your request at any time if I think you will miss important content while you are gone.)
Eat a snack = during your passing period (these tables are gross…really gross…seriously…just don’t…eat!!!

18. As your teacher I expect you to:
arrive on time and be prepared for class, with all assignments completed
keep all electronic devices, toiletries, food and beverages concealed in the front of the room.
put your best effort into your class assignments and class activities
come to class with a positive and respectful attitude
participate in office hours when you are struggling with the material being taught

19. As a student in my class, you may expect me to:
be respectful of you and other students
be prepared and well organized
begin and end class on time
give you clear expectations and timely feedback on assignments
be available to assist you with individual concerns outside of class

20. Class Rules Be punctual Be prepared Be productive Be polite
Be positive

21. Penalties and Consequences
Violation of class rules and procedures will lead to the following consequences:
Strike One: Warning
Strike Two: Student/Teacher Discussion
Strike Three: Parent Contact
Your out!!! Referral

22. Ending on a Positive Note…
I am truly honored to be your teacher.
Remember our common goal…
Let’s all have a great year!!!