Chapter WS Grading Rubric
8pts
- ALL questions are done in steps below.
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2.
3.
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5.
6.
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Circle the numbers, underline what you are looking for.
Make a list of number you circled using variables.
Write down the formula
Derive the formula to isolate the variable you are looking for.
Plug in the numbers
Answer according to significant figures
No scratch work is shown
Answers and steps are checked with the Key
Proper organization is shown
4pts
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One question is left blank.
Some calculation steps are missing
Answers are not checked
Units are missing
0pts
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Incomplete, more than one question is left blank
No organization of the calculation steps
Scratch work is shown instead
Answers are not checked with the key
Writing cannot be read
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Keys will always be posted on the board in daily basis.
Please check your answer for full credit before turning them in.
Absolutely no picture taking of the keys.
No copying of the keys in front of the class, students must be checking their work.
Students will have time in before class, after class, during class and lunch to check their answers.
How to Succeed in Chemistry
1. Be on time!
Walking in with the bell will result in tardy. You must be seated, ready to start when the bell rings.
2. You must try!
Look at least 3 sources before asking for help (book, notes, shoulder partner, etc). Think and struggle before
asking for help!
3. Ask specific questions!
Never say “I don’t get this”. Be specific with your questions.
4. Never copy work!
Never copy someone else’s work as your own, if caught, disciplinary actions will take place according to the
class syllabus (detention and score of zero). You may not take a picture of the solutions shown in class.
5. Start ahead!
Assignments are not meant for you to start the night before they are due. Use them as your review in daily
basis.
6. You must study!
You can’t succeed in this course if you don’t study. Seek for tutoring if extra help is needed.
7. Be organized!
Organize your work and always turn in your best work. Scattered responses will not be scored. Use a pencil
at all times.
8. Check the solution!
Always check your work before turning in for credit. Solutions will be available in class for you to look at.
Redo the problems you have missed and study them!
9. Use your time wisely!
Do not waste your class time. You must be able to use your independent time wisely! Save your
conversation for passing periods. Put your cell phones away.
10. TRUST THE TEACHER and
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!!!
MOST IMPORTANTLY…
HOMEWORK
Means
WORK you do at HOME
If you are not willing to spend time at home, you will NOT
succeed in this class.
Chapter Guideline and Due Dates
This is a rough guideline of how chapters are organized in Mrs. Im’s chemistry class. Number of days for each chapter is divided
based on district pacing guideline (roughly 5 – 10 days per chapter, depending on the difficulty). Each quarter will consist of about 56 chapters, which concludes with a district final exam. It is recommended that students are spending about 30minutes per day at
home to review and be prepared for the next day’s material. If you believe that your child is struggling, please advise him or her to
attend tutoring session during lunch to receive extra help.
At Home
(30min/day)
In Class
Day 1- 4
Notes
If not done in class,
Lab
Report
If not done in class,
Night
before the
test 10PM
Last day of
chapter
Day after
the test
Last day of
Qtr and
Sem.
Quest is due on the deadline, regardless of
absences. No exceptions, no make ups.
Quest
Due
Test
Lab
Report
Continue working…
Quizes
Confirm answers in
Lab
Quest
Continue working…
Quizes
Usually 2
days prior
to the test
Worksheet
Continue working…
class…
Workshee
t
Packet is due on the day of the test, must have
checked all the answers and steps for full credit.
Lab Report
Due
Final
Exam
At the end of each semester, grades will be adjusted by dropping 1
lowest quest grade, adding unused restroom passes for extra credit,
adding citizenship grades and checking semester binders for a project
grade.
At Norco High School,
All learners will engage in higher level of learning through the use of academic
language, involvement of structured student interactions and the ability to clearly
communicate learning tasks.
Key to success is ORGANIZATION and TIME-MANAGEMENT!!
CHEMISTRY TROUBLESHOOTING & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Problem or Question
I failed a test.
But I did study and I still failed!
I didn’t have enough time to
finish the work
I couldn't do the homework
I don't have the time to come
for help.
I need extra credit
Can I pass the class if I do ALL
my work from now on?
Can I make up zeros in my
grade?
Solution or Answers
You did not study. Studying does not mean reading your notes. Studying means DOING. Doing your
worksheets over again, rewriting your notes into another notebook, studying the chapters from the
textbook, using flash cards for vocabulary and other problems are all ways of actively studying.
Studying is not a passive task. A sweat should be broken. If you can’t explain a concept in sentences,
you are not ready. Keep studying. BE ABLE TO EXPLAIN WHY!!!!!
Did you seek extra help the day then you didn't understand something? When did you start studying?
Your homework period each day should be half studying and half homework. Studying is a cumulative
process, not something you spend an hour on the day before the test. . If you can’t explain a concept in
sentences, you are not ready. Keep studying. BE ABLE TO EXPLAIN WHY!!!!!
Worksheets – assigned on the FIRST day of chapter and are due on the day of test. Did you finish the
worksheets prior to starting the lab? Did you work on the worksheets after each class period at home?
Quest – uploaded on the first day of chapter and are due on the night before the test. Did you work on
quest after working on the worksheets EACH DAY? You should NEVER start on quest the night before
the test. IT IS NOT MEANT FOR YOU TO FINISH IN ONE SEATING.
Lab Report – we use 3 days in class to work on lab report. 1st day of lab – pre-lab, collect data, start on
lab report. 2nd day of lab – lab report. 3rd day of lab – lab reports/ other work catch up. Are you
spending class time wisely to work on your lab report? 3 days along with class time, should be more
than enough to finish lab reports.
Did you seek extra help? Have you seen the key to compare? Did you read about it in the text book? Did
you download the powerpoints online to go over the notes again? ASK FOR HELP!!!!
Make the time. There is always time. Tutoring is always available IN CLASS as well as during lunch M-F.
Academic Saturday School is also available on Saturdays 8am – 12pm @ N114.
Extra credits are not offered individually. You will need to make sure all your assignments are done
fully and correctly. Extra credits may be hidden in the total points for each assignment. Before you
seek for extra credit, RECEIVE HELP to turn in the work correctly and ON TIME!
I cannot foretell your grade. You will have to continue to turn in perfect work to receive as many
points as possible to help out your grade. Just because you turn in your assignments does not mean
your grade will improve. You have to make sure they are DONE RIGHT! I’m not a fortune teller; I can’t
tell if you will pass. It all depends on the quality of work you turn in and your performance on the tests!
If you received a zero on any categories in the gradebook, you have missed your chance to make them
up. You need to be able to know when they are due, and be able to makeup the work on time if missing
for any reason. Your grades are your responsibility. You must utilize time well in class to finish the
assignments on time, ask for help and be able to make sure they are done correctly. KNOW your
responsibility as a student.
Chemistry is a very demanding course.
Students with weak math skills or poor self study skills will not do well in this course. Students who must be told when to do their work and must be
checked on daily if that work is done will not do well in this course. Students who procrastinate and cram for tests the night before will not do well in this
course. Students who expect all testing topics to be covered in class with a review guide that mimics the test will not do well in this course. Students who
are just here for the "A'" instead of the pursuit of knowledge will not do well in this course. Students will be held responsible for a lot of self study,
self learning outside of the classroom with the lectures building upon that knowledge.
Students who have not completed the self study before lectures will not achieve from the lectures the level of knowledge needed for the assessments.
Tests will be about 3 part assessment with free responses that will be Chemistry math word problems and explanation of concepts. If there are multiple
choice, true / false and matching are hardly ever used and there is always none of these along with you may choose more than one as choices to keep
guessing to a minimum. Also all math problems will be worked every way possible with those wrong answers becoming choices to keep the use
of "calculator guessing" to zero.
In summary, those students who are here to learn the subject of Chemistry to the highest degree of their ability are self motivated and are more concerned
about the skills and knowledge needed for their future classes such as college will pass this class with a grade that corresponds to that knowledge level.
Those students who are just here for a grade and expect to learn all that they need during class time only with me teaching them the test will not do well at
all in this course.
Parents / Guardians will be notified of their Student’s Progress by the following methods.
1. Standard School reports, progress report and semester report cards.
2. Parents and students who register at "Q/ Parent connect" will be able to view grades and attendance via "Q" in real time.
3. All assignments and assessments graded will be posted to the best of my ability by the next few school days so that "Q" will be up to date as much as
possible. Comments about student missing work and due date will be posted as warnings.
4. Also please note that e-mail will be the best way for communication rather than phones.
Chemistry Lab Report Instructions
All of the following should be checked prior to turning in a lab report. Any areas that are lacking will result in a lowered grade. The lab
write-up must be typed using a 12 pt font. Ruler must be used and lab report must be fully done to be graded. Incomplete report will be
returned back to you to be done for late credit and will NOT be graded. 3 days are given after the due date to be received for late credit.
After 3 days, the grade will be entered with a zero.
Name (You & your partners)
Date of lab (right hand corner)
Title (top center, numbered, underlined)
1.
Purpose:
Paraphrase or rewrite the purpose of the lab so that the reader understands why you are doing the lab in 1 or 2 complete sentences. Do
not simply restate the title. If the experiment involves a chemical reaction, include the equation.
2.
Procedure: (When required)
In experiments where you are required to write your own procedure, make sure you write the steps clearly.
3.
Hypothesis: (When required)
In experiments where you are required to write your own hypothesis, clearly state what you predict will happen in the experiment.
4.
Data:
Include quantitative observations only. Be neat and include a data table when appropriate.
Record data to the proper numbers of significant figures based on the instrument used (ex. All digits on a digital display should be recorded.
For measuring devices such as rulers, graduated cylinders, and triple beam balance, record all known digits plus one estimated digit.)
Label data correctly with correct units.
Use an appropriate format for the data table such as the one given in the lab handout. No cut outs will be accepted from the handout.
5.
Observations:
Include qualitative observations such as color, appearance, etc. Do not include interpretation. Do not jump to conclusion (ex. Don’t
assume a liquid is water based on its appearance).
6.
Graphs:
Title your graph. (ex. Temperature vs. Time, where the temperature depends on the time.) Label and include units on axes (ex. “Mass, g” )
Choose a scale that fills the graph paper using convenient increments, such as multiples of 1, 5, 10.
Draw a smooth curve/line unless otherwise instructed (don’t just connect the dots).
7.
Calculations:
Show one example of each type of calculation, step by step. Show formulas, then substitute in numbers with proper units. Answer with
proper units and significant figures. Check calculations carefully.
8.
Questions and answers:
Copy the question, or answer completely and correctly. ONE SENTENCE ANSWER WILL NEVER BE ACCEPTED.
9.
Conclusion/Sources of Error:
Discuss your sources of error and comment on the % error, if applicable. (In discussing the sources of error, you should include what may
have gone wrong in the lab and how it may have affected your results. Be specific!!! You should focus only on unavoidable instrumental
and experimental error. Misreading the instrument and miscalculations are never included in the sources of error.)
Evaluate your hypothesis based on the actual results you obtained.
Summarize what you’ve learned from the lab in a sentence or two. (No personal opinion. Don’t just restate the title, purpose, and/or
procedure of the lab.)
Rubric will always be provided on each lab handout. Lab report must done in the same order as the rubric. Based on the rubric below, take
a look at the sample report on back of this page.
IF PART OF ANY QUESTION IS NOT ANSWERED, THE REPORT WILL NOT BE GRADED. IT WILL BE
RETURNED BACK TO YOU TO REDO FOR LATE CREDIT. LATE REPORT WILL
BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 3 DAYS AFTER THE DUE DATE.
Title
1pt
Absent on the day of the lab?
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Must show up to make up the lab during 2 lunches after the day it was held. (must be present as
soon as the bell rings)
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If you fail to make up the lab during the makeup days, you must receive the data from me with 5pt
reduction.
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Your lab report will not be counted unless one of the two options are met.
Purpose
Data
Graph
Calculation
Questions
Sources of Error
Conclusion
Total
1pt
4pts
4pts
2pts
3pts
2pts
2pts
19pt
Sample Lab Report
What Not to Do
Title (1 pt)
Purpose (1 pts)
Exemplary
Experiment #7: Using a Candle to Heat Water
To heat water with a candle.
The purpose of this experiment is to measure the
temperature of a 25.0 mL sample of water in a test tube
while heating with a candle.
Data (4 pts)
Graph (4 pts)
Calculations (2 pts)
Time,
Temperature,
0
30
60
90
20
27.1
33.2
41.2
Graph
1. 25 x 1 = 25 g
Data Table A. Time and Temperature of water
Time, s
Temperature, °C
0
20.0
30
27.1
60
33.2
90
41.2
Plant Growth Time vs. Height
1. Calculate the mass of water being used. Assume
density of water is 1.00 g/mL.
25 mL x 1.00 g = 25 g
mL
Questions…#1 & 2 (3
pts)
1. 41.2 °C
2. use a larger candle or hold it closer to the flame
1. What is the hottest temperature reached by the
water in your test tube?
The water reached 41.2°C.
2. What could be done to make the temperature rise
faster?
Two ways to make the temperature rise faster is
to use a candle with a larger wick or use a smaller volume
of water in the test tube. It might help it heat faster if the
test tube is held at a specific part of the flame.
Sources of
Error/Conclusion (4
pts)
We read the thermometer wrong. We may have
spilled a little water after measuring it. We learned a lot
about how a candle heats up water in this experiment and
we had a lot of fun!
In this experiment, a major source of error was
that the test tube was not held close enough to the flame.
The way this would affect the results is that the water
would heat up more slowly. We accidentally spilled some
water in transferring water to the test tube. The
decreased amount of water would cause the heating to
be faster.
If the thermometer was inaccurate, it would also increase
the inaccuracy of our results.
In conclusion, we saw the water temperature
increase proportionally with time. Some groups observed
that the water heated up faster because the test tube was
closer to the flame.
Laboratory Safety Rules
In this class you will frequently perform laboratory activities. While no human activity is completely risk free, if you use common
sense and some of your science knowledge, you will encounter no problems. Chemical sense is an extension of common sense.
Laboratory safety won't happen by memorizing a list of rules, any more than a perfect score on a written driver's test ensures an excellent
driving record. The true “driver's test” of chemical sense is your actual conduct in the laboratory.
The following safety rules apply to all laboratory activities. For your personal safety and that of your classmates, always follow
these guidelines in the laboratory. I will point out any special safety guidelines that apply to each activity.
If you understand the reasons behind them, these safety rules will be easy to remember and to follow.
1. Perform laboratory work only when your teacher is present. Unauthorized or unsupervised laboratory experimenting is not
allowed. No horseplay in the lab!
2. Always read and become familiar with each laboratory activity before starting.
3. Listen at the start of any lab for any specific cautions that the teacher may describe for a particular lab activity.
4. Know the location and use of all safety equipment in your laboratory. This includes the safety shower, eye wash, first-aid kit, fire
extinguisher, and fire blanket.
5. Know the proper fire and earthquake procedures.
6. Wear an apron and protective goggles for all laboratory work. Tie back loose hair. And wear close-toed shoes (not sandals or flipflops).
7. Clear your lab station of all unnecessary material such as books and clothing before starting your work.
8. Check chemical labels twice to make sure you have the correct substance. Some chemical formulas and names may differ by only
a letter or a number.
9. You may be asked to transfer some laboratory chemicals from a common bottle or jar to your own test tube or beaker. Do not
return any excess material to its original container unless authorized by your teacher.
10. Avoid unnecessary movement and talk in the laboratory. Listen for instructions.
11. Never taste or touch laboratory materials.
12. Gum, food, and drinks should not be brought into the laboratory.
13. If you are instructed to smell something, do so by fanning some of the vapor toward your nose. Do not place your nose near the
opening of the container. Your teacher will show you the correct technique.
14. Never look directly down into a test tube; view the contents from the side. Never point the open end of a test tube toward
yourself or your neighbor.
15. Any laboratory accident, however small, should be reported immediately to your teacher.
16. In case of a chemical spill on your skin or clothing rinse the affected area with plenty of water. If the eyes are affected, use the
eye-wash immediately and continue to wash for ten to fifteen minutes or until professional assistance is obtained.
17. When diluting acids, always add acid to water, never the reverse. Combine the liquids slowly with stirring to dissipate any heat
generated.
18. Minor skin burns should be placed under cold, running water.
19. When discarding used materials, carefully follow the instructions provided.
20. Return equipment, chemicals, aprons, and protective goggles to their proper locations.
21. The chemical storage area is off-limits!
22. Before leaving the laboratory, and in case of emergency, make sure that gas lines and water faucets are shut off.
 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------I have read and understand the Chemistry lab safety rules above. I realize that my cooperation is important to the safety of everyone in
the lab. I also understand that I am responsible for any loss or breakage of lab equipment or materials.
Print Your Name (last name, first name):
____________________________
Student Signature
_________________________________
____________________
Date
Take home this safety contract and have your parents read and sign this.
I have read the course syllabus and safety rules. I give my consent for my student to participate in lab activities. I will cooperate in urging
my student to observe the safety rules. I understand that students who violate these rules will not be permitted to participate in lab
activities, and that students will be fined for any loss or breakage of lab equipment or materials.
____________________________
Parent Signature
____________________
Date
How to sign up for the Quest
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Type in this website https://utdirect.utexas.edu/index.html
Click on “ I NEED A UT ID”
Click “CONTINUE” on Getting Started page
Answer the survey
Provide personal Identification (First, last Name, Birthday, Email address)
Set Up Password Reset Questions
Set a Password and Password Hint
Confirm Information – Click on “CREATE MY UT EID”
Write down your ID on UT EDI CREATION COMPLETE page
Close the window, DO NOT log in directly
Unique # for Chemistry, 2014-2015
“NHS-CHEM-IM-PD__”
Period 2: ______ Period 3: ______
Period 4: ______ Period 5: ______
How to Log in to the Quest & Find Class
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Type in this website https://quest.cns.utexas.edu/student
Click on “Getting Started”
Type in your ID and password
On the page, click on “ENROLL IN NEW COURSE”
Type in the unique # ____________ and click “LOOK UP COURSE INFO”
Scroll down on COURSES FOUND to find the class “NHS-CHEM-IM-PD__”
Click “REQUEST ENROLLMENT”
Wait until the instructor approves you into the class
How to Access Homework
1. Type in this website https://quest.cns.utexas.edu/student
2. Click on “Getting Started”
3. Type in your ID and password
4. Your “My Courses” page should look like this 
5. Click on the class under the “Title”
6. Choose an assignment
QUEST assignments are due on the day before the exam by 10:00 PM. Do not attempt to start the
assignments close to the due date, the teacher will not be responsible for any computer errors. There are NO
exceptions to this due date, regardless of absences, it will close automatically. On certain chapters, quest
must be validated with work. If fails to show work, student will receive a 65% of the score received on Quest.
 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------I have log-on to Quest and received an approval to class with my ID. I understand that Quest assignments are due on the day before the
test, by 10PM. I also understand that there are no exceptions to this due date, regardless of my
absences.
*PLEASE note, Quest shows Central Standard Time.*
Name__________________________________
Period___________
Today’s date_____________________
My Log-in ID is _____________________
Norco High School, Chemistry
Academic Honesty Violation Statement
The willingness of teachers to document cases of academic dishonesty is crucial to the overall success of the school’s policy on academic honesty. Using this statement
to document the incident will help the school to maintain complete and accurate records on incidents of academic dishonesty.
Class Information :
Student Information:
Teacher ________________________________
Student Name ___________________________
Period _______
Subject _____________________________
Student ID_________________________
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 1
Violation
Cheating
 Copying from others during an examination
 Communicating or using secretive methods with another student to receive or give
answers during an examination.
 Offering another person’s work as one’s own, or knowingly sharing one’s work to be
copied by another student
 Sharing answers from take-home examination/assignments unless specifically
authorized by the teacher
 Using unauthorized materials, prepared answers, written notes of information
concealed in a other material, device or elsewhere during an examination
 Copying from a personal device or another’s written work on assignments in which
the student is not expressly permitted to work jointly with others.
Dishonest Conduct
 Allowing another student to copy off of one’s own work during a test
 Making or attempting to make a digital/hand-written copy of answer key posted in
class or elsewhere without the permission of the teacher
Plagiarism
 Using creative production without crediting the source (credit must be given for
every direct quotation, for paraphrasing or summarizing a work in whole, or in part,
and for information which is not common knowledge)
Discipline Action
IN ALL LEVELS OF VIOLATIONS AND NUMBER OF INFRACTIONS,
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Automatic zero (failing grade) on the assignment/test/quiz; no makeup work will be offered to compensate for the zero.
Academic Honesty Violation Statement sent home for parent
notification.
Academic Honesty Violation Statement turned into admin for record.
Student will be dropped from the class with no credit if he or she is a
student-aid.
1st infraction
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30-minute detention
2nd Infraction
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60-minute detention
3rd Infraction
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Parent, teacher, student meeting
Referral sent to assistant principal
o School disciplinary action
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ACP
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Saturday School
After 3rd infraction
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Automatic level 2 discipline actions
Cheating
 Tampering with an examination after it has been scored, then returning it for
additional credit.
 Dishonest Conduct
 Submitting a computer program that has been developed by another as your own.
 Posting/publishing any part of a test or full test or assignments via Internet or social
media.
Plagiarism
 Buying, cutting and pasting documents from the Internet or other publications
(without proper documentation).
Collusion
 Knowing or intentionally helping another student to perform any act of cheating or
plagiarism.
ANY NUMBER OF INFRACTION,
 Parent, teacher, student meeting
 Referral sent to assistant principal.
o School disciplinary action.
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ACP
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Saturday School
 Academic Honesty Committee & Administrator discipline.
o Drop from CSF
o Unsatisfactory “U” citizenship
o Suspension from extra-curricular activities including
sports programs
o Suspension from Norco High School
Cheating
 Taking an examination or completing an assignment for another student or having
someone take an examination or complete an assignment for oneself.
 Allowing others to do the research and writing of an assigned paper.
Dishonest Conduct
 Stealing or attempting to steal an examination, tests, quizzes or answer key from
the teacher.
 Changing or attempting to change official academic records.
ANY NUMBER OF INFRACTION,
 Referral sent to assistant principal.
o School disciplinary action.

ACP

Saturday School
 Academic Honesty Committee & Administrator discipline.
o Drop from CSF
o Unsatisfactory “U” citizenship
o Suspension from extra-curricular activities including
sports programs
o Suspension from Norco High School
o Expulsion from Norco High School
DATE OF INCIDENT _________________________
Description of the evidence upon which the violation is based.
By signing this document, student and the teacher both agree to the incident of the academic dishonesty and have agreed to proper consequences based on Norco High
School’s Academic Honesty Policy.
Student Signature _________________________________ Teacher Signature ________________________________ Date_______________
Please sign and return this paper after discussing the incident with the student.
Parent/Guardian Signature _______________________________________
Date______________
Welcome to Chemistry
The most challenging semesters of the year!
Mrs. Im  Year 14-15  Grades 10-12  Room N110 Norco High School
Dear Parents,
Dear Students,
I am excited to have your child in my class this semester. I
believe that the purpose of education is to prepare students for
higher learning through proven instructional methods and
curriculum that emphasize content knowledge. As a teacher,
my goal is to have students be excited about the subject and
learn to be challenged in their academic endeavors. I ask for
your participation in helping me achieve this goal. Your parental
involvement in your child’s performance in my class is highly
recommended. I am available for conferences; please do not
hesitate to contact me at the following contact information:
kim@cnusd.k12.ca.us
Welcome! I know that you are in this yearlong College Prep
class to better prepare for your future. You will see that this is
an extremely challenging and demanding class that requires
you to devote daily to the lessons. Bring your materials to class
everyday, be READY to learn and do not fall behind. My
expectations for you are high but I know each and everyone of
you are capable of reaching your full potential. I will be
challenging you to think and learn everyday. Follow my lead,
and you will also have an opportunity to be thrilled about the
subject I love. Do not hesitate to ask for help and challenge
yourselves this semester!
The best way for communication would be via email. If phone messages are not returned in
24hrs, please send a note through a student or send me a quick email as a reminder.
Thank you for your cooperation.
I look forward to hear from you.
Mrs. Im
Grades
Grades- are based on total number of points and posted on
ZANGLE, PARENT/STUDENT CONNECT
Citizenship-describe personal behavior of the student in class.
Grade Distribution (percentage of total points)
A+ 100-97.0
A 96.9-92.0
A- 91.9-89.0
B+ 89.0-87.0
B 86.9-82.0
B- 81.9-79.0
C+ 78.9-77.0
C 76.9-72.0
C- 71.9-69.0
D+ 68.9-67.0
D 66.9-62.0
D- 61.9-59.0
F 58.9 and below
Grading Categories
 Test – 1 per chapter (60-80pts)
 District Final Exam, Performance Task – 1 per quarter (100
– 150 pts)
 Quizzes –2 to 3 per chapter (8-15pts)
 Homework Packet– 1 per chapter, given on the first day of
chapter and due on the test day (20-30 pts)
 Quest – 1 per chapter, given on the first of chapter and due
on the night before the test day (50-80pts)
 Project – 1 per semester (70-100pts)
 Lab Report – 1 to 2 per chapter (15 – 45pts)
Any student caught cheating will receive zero on the
assignment or test along with one hour detention.
Course Information
Textbook- Chemistry, Holt
Course Content- We will be covering five or six chapters each
quarter using Chemistry.
Goals and Expectations-in the process, our goal is that students
will grow academically and develop strong study skills that
enable them to be successful in their future academic endeavors.
Students are expected to behavior appropriately, be respectful
to one another and attend classes prepared and with good
attitudes.
Classroom Procedure/Routines
Student works‐all works turned in must have student’s name,
period, and date. All work must be done in pencils only. 90%
credit will be given to work done in pens.
Restroom‐students will receive 6 restroom passes for the entire
semester. These passes can be turned in at the end of the
semester for extra credit. (1pt each) It cannot be replaced if lost.
Beginning of the period‐at the tardy bell, students are expected
to sit in their seats.
Students not seated at the bell will result in tardy.
Ending of the period‐ students must be in their seats until the
ending bell rings and not line up by the door.
Answer Key‐ answer key to the assignments will be available to
confirm/check. Students are prohibited from copying down answers
to the questions that have not been attempted (academic
dishonesty). Only green colored pen is allowed when checking the
key to mark any questions on the assignment.
Teacher Site- visit the teacher site on www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/nohs
Tutoring - Lunch time, everyday unless announced otherwise.
 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chemistry 2014-2015 Class Contract
I , _________________________, a student in Mrs. Im’s chemistry class have read all the expectations and grading policy and
understand that I have the responsibility to meet the requirements in this class and be successful. (Please initial below)
I will do and turn in my assignments on time
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I will work hard and do a quality work
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I will check the progress of my grades in class
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I will ask for help when needed
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I will study and review daily by spending at least 30 minutes per day
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I understand that tutoring is offered every day lunch time, unless announced otherwise. ______
It is my responsibility to attend tutoring when help is needed.
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I will be responsible and make up any missing assignments/tests by the deadline
I have read the consequences of the academic dishonesty
I will be respectful to the teacher and others in class ______
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Assignment/Make-Up/ Late Work/ Extra Credit Policy
Homework/Assignments
All problems must be attempted for full credit with correct
work. Students must check answers prior to turn in.
Stamping will be done on random days, full, half or no credit will be
given at the progress of the work at the moment. Students will have
chances to make up for full credit on following stamping days if
completed. Homework points will be given based on stamping
points received on the collected date. No stamping will be done
individually or outside of class time.
Makeup Work is allowed equaling the number of days he or she has
missed with validated excuse.
Test/Quiz must be made within 3 days of the day given.
Late work will be accepted for 70% of the credit.
The last day for any late work is a week BEFORE each quarter ends.
Quest - absolutely NO makeup allowed. One quest grade is dropped
at the end of each semester.
Test Correction must be done within a week after the test.
Lab Reports are not accepted for late/makeup after they are
returned back to the class. Last day for lab report is 3 days after the
due date. Incomplete report will not be graded and will be returned
to redo for late credit.
Extra credit will be given randomly throughout the semester.
 IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE UP THE WORK YOU
MISSED !! PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR NOTES
 ALL of the class materials will be turned in at the end of the year
in a three-ring binder for credit. DO NOT throw anything away.
Citizenship Points
40 points/semester to start
Deductions: 2 points deducted each time for the following
misbehaviors:
 Tardy, unserved detention, referral
 Misbehavior in class
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Talking at inappropriate times
Inappropriate usage of technology
Disrespectful behavior towards classmates and the
teacher
Tardies; being unprepared/seated at the bell
Tampering with school equipment, failure to follow lab
safety rules.
Chewing gum, eating in class, hats, sweater hoods
Attendance/ Tardy
Student academic success is tied directly to attendance. If the
student is to have the greatest opportunity to learn and be
successful, excellent attendance is essential. Students are
required to be on time, and be in their seats when tardy bell rings.
Tardy and absence is only excused upon correct authorization of a
school staff.
Class Mandatory Student Equipment
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1.5” 3-ring binder with college ruled paper and 6 dividers
<Unit Packets, Review Packet, Lab Reports, Performance Task,
Test Correction, ETC>
(Stays in CLASS)
Pencils, erasers, highlighters, GREEN pen
CALCULATOR (scientific ONLY)
**Academic Dishonesty** - See the complete list of academic dishonesty on school policy
Any student engaging in academic dishonesty will receive a zero on the assignment/test and be dealt according to the school policy. If a
student is caught copying, both students will receive zeros even if the other student is unaware that their assignment is being
copied. This applies to all assignments given in class including group work. There will be ZERO tolerance on academic dishonesty. A
teacher may choose to handle the academic honesty infraction himself or herself or refer it in written form to the administrative office.
If referred, however, the infraction becomes a permanent part of the student's disciplinary record and appropriate discipline will be
enforced .
If you have any questions about the guidelines in this packet, please feel free to contact me through email. Thank you.
Mrs. Im
kim@cnusd.k12.ca.us
NORCO HIGH SCHOOL, www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/nohs
TEACHER SITE – IM, KELLY
ZANGLE- PARENT/STUDENT CONNECT
After reading the attached packet, please sign and return this page.
 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------I understand and have initialed all of the items and have discussed these points with my guardian(s). I have also read and understand the
class expectations and will do my best to keep them.
Therefore, I take FULL responsibility for my success or failure in this class.
Student Name____________________________
Period _____________
Parent/Guardian Name______________________________
Parent Email Address_____________________________________________
Home Phone Number_____________________________________________
Student Signature__________________________________
Cell Phone Number________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature______________________________
The best way for communication would be via email. If phone messages are not returned in 24hrs, please send a note through a student
or send me a quick email as a reminder. Thank you for your cooperation.