Contact Information:
Lisa.Oneal@trussvillecityschools.com
General Chemistry
2015-2016 Syllabus
Mrs. O’Neal
Course Description:
The concepts of Chemistry will be covered according to the Alabama Course of Study. The following outline is a guideline to give an
idea of the pace of the class. Check my website to see test dates, lab dates, and other important information.
1st 9 weeks:
Chapter 1: Science of Chemistry
Chapter 2: Matter and Energy
Chapter 3: Atoms and Moles
Chapter 4: The Periodic Table
Chapter 7: The Mole & Chem Composition
2nd 9 weeks:
Chapter 5: Ions and Ionic Compounds
Chapter 6: Covalent Compounds
Chapter 8: Chemical Equations and Reactions
3rd 9 weeks:
Chapters 9: Stoichiometry
Chapter 11: States of Matter
Chapter 12: Gases
4th 9 weeks:
Chapter 13: Solutions
Chapter 14: Chemical Equilibrium
Chapter 15: Acids and Bases
Chapter 18: Nuclear Chemistry
Chapter 19: Organic Chemistry
Required Materials:
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Pencils, Pens, and Paper
Textbook (Class set, but you may check one out if needed)
Scientific calculator (I have a class set if you don’t have one already)
3 Ring binder
Composition Notebook, preferably a graphing type
Grading Policy:
The following point values may vary:
 Tests
 Quizzes
 Labs
 Classwork
100 points each
15-50 points, depending on length and difficulty
30-100 points each
10-25 points depending on assignment
Grades will be calculated as follows: Points earned/Points possible. For example, if you earn 450 of a possible 500
points, your grade will be 450/500x100= 90%.
Classroom Expectations:
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BE PROMPT – be on time and where you are supposed to be.
BE PREPARED – have all required materials needed for class and be on task.
BE POLITE – respect the rights, responsibility, and property of others.
BE POSITIVE – strive for excellence, always do your best and know you can be successful.
BE PURPOSEFUL – make what you do valuable to your personal growth and goals. Ask for help when needed!
Class Procedures:
How do I know what is expected of me during class?
 Success in all courses is more often determined by your attitude and work ethic, rather than your ability; therefore, I expect
everyone to have a positive attitude and be willing to work for the entire period.
 Respect for others is important in the classroom, as well as in life. I expect you to address us with respect and look at me
and listen while I am talking. In return, I will do the same for you.
 All behavior will be consistent with the Code of Conduct of Hewitt-Trussville High School.
How is attendance recorded?
 Attendance will be recorded immediately following the bell. If you are not in your seat and ready to work when the bell
rings, you may be marked tardy.
Where can I find the assignments?
 The activities for the day, including the homework assignments and upcoming tests/quizzes, will be posted on board each
day. Homework is due at the BEGINNING of class.
 Late assignments will not be accepted and will result in a zero. This includes lab reports and classroom activities that
have been given a due date.
What do I do if I have been absent?
 It is your responsibility to find out what assignments you have missed. A MAKE-UP folder is located in the front of the
room and will contain information regarding assignments for each day. If you have additional questions, please see me
either before or after class.
 You will be informed of tests several days prior to the test. Therefore, if you are absent prior to a test, you will be
expected to take the test with the class, provided no new information was covered during your absence.
 Missed tests and quizzes are made up before or after school. It is the student’s responsibility to make an appointment to
make up the test or quiz. If you miss a test, you must make arrangements to take the test within a given time window or
you will receive a zero for that test.
What if I need extra help?
 You may come for extra help during advisory (with a pass!!) or you may make an appointment. I do have hall duty at least
once each month and occasionally meetings are scheduled that interfere with this schedule. These are beyond my control.
 When coming for extra help, it is expected that you have specific questions prepared in advance.
 Youtube, Georgia Public Broadcasting Chemistry, KHAN Academy, and iTunes U are also a great online resources for helpful
videos.
What are procedures for test days?
 Tests will be taken in pencil. Please be sure you have an adequate supply. Calculators will be provided and cell phones will
be placed in a designated location.
 Once a test is distributed, no communication with other classmates is permitted until the last student has finished.
Communication during a test will lead to a grade of zero.
How do I prepare for lab days?
 You must turn in a signed lab safety contract and pass the safety test before you will be allowed to participate in a lab.
The safety contract in located in the “syllabus” portion of my website.
 Closed toes shoes and pants are required on lab days.
What happens if I don’t follow classroom policies and procedures?
 If you choose to disrupt our learning environment, you will be held accountable for your behavior. Discipline issues will first
be handled by an individual discussion of the situation, then a parent contact if the problem continues. If the problem
persists, you will be referred to the office.
Other Rules and Expectations
 The use of cell phones and other electronic devices (iPOD, mp3 players, etc.) is not permitted during class time. Devices
may be collected and turned into the office!
 You must take all safety precautions seriously. This means wearing safety glasses during every lab, for the entire lab!
 NO CHEATING!!! Some examples of cheating are: copying someone’s homework, copying someone’s lab, or copying
anything else! Cheating will result in a zero for the assignment, quiz, or test, and a discipline referral.
Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions, comments, or concerns using the contact information at the beginning of
this document. If you need to see me outside of school hours, please be sure to make an appointment. I am looking forward to an
exciting and productive year. Good luck in the upcoming year!
Student Information Sheet
Student Name: _________________________________________
Class Period: __________
Student Email address: ________________________________________
Parent(s) Name: _____________________________________________
Parent Email: _______________________________________________
Parent Telephone Number(s): _________________________________________
Do you have any illnesses, allergies or conditions relevant to this class or do you wear contacts?
_________________________________________________________
It is permissible to use photographs and/or video on the Trussville City Schools website, Facebook, or other
public domains.
YES / NO
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this service if desired.
Text: @975c
To: (205) 396-3615
I have read and understand all of the classroom policies as outlined in
this syllabus and have registered for Remind101.
Parent Signature: ___________________________________
Student Signature: _______________________________________