Chemistry Syllabus
Mrs. Megan Harkreader
Contact Information:
Email:
Harkreaderm@pearlandisd.org
Website:
http://www.pearlandisd.org/webpages/mharkreader/
Conference Times:
Monday and Wednesday (12:50 - 2:15),
Tuesday and Thursday (7:20-8:50)
Helpful Links:
Skyward:
https://skyward.pearlandisd.org/scripts/wsisa.dll/WSe
rvice=wsEAplus/seplog01.w
Chemistry TEKS:
http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter112/
Overview:
Chemistry covers the relationship between matter and
energy, and the role that each plays in physical and
chemical change. Students will learn the scientific
methods of problem solving and will apply them in
laboratory work.
Class Procedures:
1. Begin Warm-up when you enter the room (will be
posted on the board).
2. Follow timers and instructions for activity pacing.
3. Complete and submit Exit Ticket before leaving.
Materials Needed:
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Writing Utensils and Highlighter
Composition Notebook (not spiral) for Labs
Notebook Paper or Spiral Notebook for Notes
Optional Supplies for Classroom Sharing:
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Tissues and Paper Towels
Index Cards
Notebook Paper
Grading Procedures:
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60% Exams, Tests, or Projects
30% Labs/Quizzes
10% All other grades
Makeup Work:
Most assignments will be filed in the hanging folder at
the back of the classroom. Labs can be made up during
tutoring. In addition, assignments can be checked on my
website’s calendar.
Tutoring and Lab Makeups:
Wednesday 6:45-7:15 and Thursday 2:15-2:45
* Or by appointment
Late & Missing Work:
Late/ Missing assignments must be submitted within
ONE week of assigned date.
Exams, Tests and Major Assignments:
Class Expectations:
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Follow directions the first time they are given
Stay on task during all assignments/ labs
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
Arrive to class on time and be seated
Bring all required supplies to class
Classroom Behavior:
Food, drinks and gum are not allowed in class (water in a
clear plastic bottle is an exception). The dress code will
be strictly enforced. Cell phones will be confiscated
when used without teacher permission
There will be one Major Assessment every two weeks,
on average. Students will be informed of the dates in
class and they will be posted on my website calendar.