Regents Chemistry Class Expectations
Grading:
My grading system is very easy to understand. The student’s average is calculated by dividing the points earned by the total number of possible points. For example, if a student had 400/500 points their average would be an 80%. The student’s current grade is available through the parent portal at any time. I will update those grades every Friday afternoon.
Lab Requirement:
New YorkState education law requires that each science student complete 1200 minutes of lab during the school year. If this requirement is not met the student is barred from the final exam, and must repeat the entire class the following year. I will make a phonecall home to the parents of any student that fails to attend lab class during the week.
A make-up lab is available every Thursday morning at 7:20 am in room 344.
Homework:
Homework is an excellent way to practice the concepts required for each unit. There are a lot of vocabularywords and math skills that must be learned in order for the student to do well. The homework assignments are designed to help the student master the necessary concepts.
Tests:
A Unit Test will follow each of the 12 major units. These tests will be modeled after the final exam so that the students can get used to the exam testing format. This includes multiple choice, short answer and essay style questions. All students successfully completing the homework assignments will have the opportunity to re-test each Unit Test one time. The higher test grade will be used for the student’s grade calculation.
Class Participation:
Class participation is an important part of chemistry. Each student is expected to be on time, prepared for class, and to actively participate. The class participation grade will count for 20 % of the overall average each quarter. Points are earned for each class that the student attends.
Communication:
Parent – Teacher communication is very important. I will not hesitate to call home if there is a problem. If you have any questions or concerns please call me at Kenmore West and leave a message, the phone number is 874 – 8401. I will return your call as soon as possible. Thanks for your continued support at home. I know that this will be a GREAT YEAR!!