Chemistry
2024-2025
High school Chemistry covers topics such as atoms, molecular geometry, chemical equations, and calculations using unit conversion factors such as the mole (stoichiometry). We will also study the periodic table, gas laws, and acids and bases.
This course is not meant to be the student’s first introduction to chemistry, but neither does it replace a college course. The goal of this course is to prepare students to excel at college level chemistry courses while also being accessible for students who do not intend to pursue upper level sciences.
This year, chemistry students will study from an online textbook and practice platform. Students will complete their online practice work and quizzes at home during the week. There is one major project grade per semester that will require basic household/science project materials. On Tuesdays, class time will focus on laboratory experiences. Students will maintain a notebook of all their lab work for the year. Past laboratory experiences have included: molecular geometry manipulatives, determining empirical formula of a compound, percent yield of various chemical reactions, and of course, the colorful flame test lab!
Physics will be offered in 2025-26.
HOMEWORK
Approximately 60-90 minutes per day. The online textbook will have embedded videos and practice questions to complete each week. More time may be needed during projects or to prepare for tests.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITY
Parents will need to check that the student is completing the weekly assignment sheet and submitting their work on time. Parents may also help students establish an organizational system at the beginning of the year. Students should be proficient in using home equipment such as a scanner to submit their own work. Some students may need additional help from parents to understand concepts because class time will be focused on labs. (5-10 minutes/day)
COURSE FEE: $400 pay-in-full / $438 payment plan
SUPPLY FEE: $80
GRADE LEVEL: 10th - 12th
PREREQUISITES:
Recommended: Physical Science
Required: some exposure to the periodic table, atoms, and using mathematical equations to model scientific phenomena (density equation). Student must have successfully completed Algebra I and be able to rearrange math equations to isolate a variable.
CREDIT HOURS: 1 science credit plus 1/2 lab credit
MIN/MAX: 4 minimum, 10 maximum
TEXTS*:
- TBD: Online textbook and online homework practice system (Cost expected to be less than $120)
- Optional: General Chemistry by John Mays (I will scan in any required reading)
Additional supplies*:
- Scientific or Graphing calculator
- 3-ring binder with dividers
- pens/pencils/colored pencils
- Lab notebook will be provided by the tutor
*Please do not purchase any texts or supplies until you receive the officially, updated book & supply list after registration.