2014-2015
Course Syllabus
CHEMISTRY
Teacher: IMELDA PARALLAG-CHUA
Conference Hours: 3rd & 4th
E-mail: imelda.chua@psjaisd.us
Location: PSJA Memorial High School Rm# D 203
School Phone: (956)533 6194
Home Phone:
WebSite:http://wolverines.psjaisd.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=209361&type=u
A. Rationale: This one-year course is designed for those students who exhibit interest in science, especially chemistry. Topics
included are: mathematics of chemistry, safety, laboratory procedures, elements-compounds-mixtures, atomic theory and structure,
and organization of the periodic table, mole concept, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, kinetic
theory, gases-liquids-solids-solutions, acids-bases-salts, thermochemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemistry of the environment, and
career opportunities. Additional topics may include: history of chemistry, biochemistry, qualitative chemistry, and research
projects. This course fulfills graduation requirements and qualities for college entrance requirements for laboratory science.
First Semester
1st Six Weeks
Second Semester
4th Six Weeks
Unit 1:Safety / Scientific Process/ /Matter & Change
Unit 2:Measurements/Periodic Table of Elements
Unit 7: Stoichiometry
Unit 8: Solutions
2nd Six Weeks
5th Six Weeks
Unit 3:Atomic Structure
Unit 4:Nuclear Chemistry
Unit 9: Acids & Bases
Unit 10: Types of Reactions
3rd Six Weeks
6th Six Weeks
Unit 5: Chemical Bonding, VSEPR
Unit 6: Balancing Equations & mole concept
Unit 11: Gases
Unit 12:Thermochemistry
B. Classroom Setup: In this classroom, the 5E instructional model will be utilized to maximize your potential. There will be 2 sets of 5
time blocks built into the instructional time equaling about 90 minutes. The following is an
example of a typical day in this classroom:
Engage - Activity which will focuses student’s attention, stimulates their thinking, generates interest,
accesses prior knowledge and frames the setting for learning.
Explore-Activity which gives students time to experience, think and investigate, probe, inquire, collect
information, question, test, make decisions establishing relationships and understandings, and problem solve.
Explain- Activity which allows students to analyze their exploration and communicate new understandings.
Students’ understanding is clarified and modified through a reflective activity.
Elaborate-In the elaborate activity, students will have similar thinking as they did in the explore activity,
however, they are working with a deeper understanding of the lesson’s concepts and usually in a new context.
Evaluate- Activity which allows the teacher to assess student performance and/or understandings of
concepts, skills, processes, and applications. Student is demonstrating evidence of understanding.
C. Materials: Staying organized is a very important life skill that can help you be
successful in this class. Thus, it is essential that you have the following materials with you in class each day:
-pencil or blue/black pen only (Do not expect the teacher to have one for you.)
-5 SUBJECT SPIRAL FOR SCIENTIFIC NOTEBOOK only for this class. This is intended to be your interactive notebook.
The first three parts will be for handouts, notes taking ( cornell notes taking format) and explore activities and the
remaining two parts will be for vocabulary for instruction, homework and tests.
D. Classroom Expectations: In addition to the classroom expectations listed below, you are required to follow all guidelines outlined
in the 2014-2015 PSJA Memorial student handbook. If you do not have a copy of the student handbook, you can print one from the
school website.
1. Be prepared for instruction by being on time and having the proper supplies.
2. Follow directions.
3. Refrain from talking during class instruction or quiet time.
4. Be respectful of people and property.
5. NO electronic devices in class. (This is a District Rule that will be obeyed.)
E. Discipline: Students will be given:
 1st Verbal warning and opportunity to correct behavior- “What are you doing?”
 2nd Written Warning with Parental contact
 3rd Detention afterschool and /or Saturday (level 1 referral)
 4th Teachers/student/counselor conference (level 2 referral)
 5th parental conference (level 3 referral)
 6th Administrative (AP or Principal) Referral
F. Grades: It is important for you to understand that I do not give grades; YOU earn your own grades. Your quarter grade will be
determined by the following percentages:
Projects-10% Exams-40%
Quizzes-15% Classwork/Homework-20%
Six Week Exam-15%
G. Make-up Work: If you miss work due to an excused absence, it is your responsibility to get your missing work turned in. You will
have the same number of excused days you were absent to turn in the work. Please check the Assignment Board for the work you
have missed. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to talk to me.
-If you miss a test, you may make arrangements with me to stay after school to complete the test.
H. Late Work: I expect daily work to be turned into the basket at the end of class that day. If you need extra time, please see me
and arrangements can be made; otherwise, late work is better than none.
I. Bathroom Passes: Our time is valuable! Please take care of your business before class; only ask for a pass when it is an emergency
(emergencies do not occur every day or every week – they are rare). Passes will not be given during the first 10 minutes of class
nor the last 10.
J. Tips to help you succeed in this class:
You are responsible for your own learning. Be on task - complete your assignments everyday, even if it is not assigned as homework.
At the end of every Six Weeks your interactive notebook will be graded –maintain it neat, and complete and up-to-date!
K. Across The Course Activities
a. Organization and Class Preparation - The teacher will advise students during the first week of school regarding the importance of
being prepared daily for class. You are expected to actively participate in all class activities. Taking notes, paying attention,
answering questions, and class preparation are important to your academic success
b. Writing- Students will put into practice writing techniques, which they have developed in their English classes. The teacher will
include writing assignments and essay questions on exams, which will be part of the exam grade. Students will write a laboratory
report during the course of the year.
c. Reading/Learning Strategies/Study Skills - A variety of techniques, such as two column notes, graphic organizers, mind maps,
etc., will be modeled and used extensively.
d. Problem-Solving Strategies - The process of the scientific method of inquiry will be used as a guideline for solving scientific, as
well as everyday, problems.
Parent Contract for Ensuring the Academic Success
Of Science Student
Student and Parent -This is an assignment considered for an extra credit, but only if you bring it in
signed by your parents.
I, ____________________, the parent of, ___________________,
pledge to support my child’s education by ensuring that he/she (check mark each):
_____ has read and understands the syllabus
_____ attends school every day
_____ attends well prepared, comes with a pencil and paper
_____ finishes assigned homework
_____ tells me or talks to me about how and what he is doing in my science class.
I also acknowledge the fact that language development is a key factor to my child’s
academic success and further pledge to be an active partner in my child’s education.
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Parent Signature
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Date
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Phone Number
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Address
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IMELDA PARALLAG-CHUA – Chemistry Teacher
Contrato de Padres Para Asegurar el Éxito Académico
De Estudiantes de Inglés de Primer Año de Preparatoria
Estudiante y padres –Esta tarea vale extra credit pero solamente si se entrega completa.
Yo, _____________________, el padre de, _______________________,
prometo apoyar la educación de mi hijo/hija asegurando que el/ella:
_____ha leído y entiende el sílabas
_____asista a la escuela todos los días
_____asista a clases bien preparado con lápiz y papel
_____termine la tarea asignada
_____cuente que ha hecho o cómo le va en la clase de ingles
También reconozco que el desarrollo del inglés es un factor muy importante para el éxito
académico de mi hijo/hija y prometo ser activo en su educación para obtener el mayor
éxito.
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Firma de Padre
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Fecha
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Teléfono
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Dirección
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IMELDA PARALLAG-CHUA – profesor de sciencia