Chemistry
Teacher: Mr. Garcia
Room: 7-1
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Our Mission:
Valley High School will
provide an environment
that enables students to
make a successful
transition from high
school to higher
education and career
opportunities.
We will provide an academic program designed
for each student supported by high expectations,
integrity, courage, compassion and collaboration.
CST
2. CAHSEE
3. High School Graduation
4. A-G (Courses required
for college)
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READ THIS AGENDA CAREFULLY
I have reviewed the contents of this agenda. I will take
responsibility for it, and use it as an essential scholarly
tool. I intend to write all my assignments in it, and to
track my academic progress toward graduation. I must
have the agenda with me every day and I will not be
released from class without carrying the agenda with me.
I also understand that if this agenda is lost, damaged or
stolen, I must purchase a new agenda at the replacement
cost of $5.00.
Student Signature:
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Parent/Guardian Signature:
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SEMESTER 1
Progress Reports
SEMESTER 2
Progress Reports
October 7, 2011 March 9, 2012
November 18, 2011 April 27,
2012
Final Grades
Final Grades
January 27, 2012 June 14, 2012
Course Syllabus
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Chemistry Description
College-prep one year course
Laboratory activities, projects, textbook material, models, diagrams,
journal writings, and research
 Apply to medical field careers and chemical research careers
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Chemistry Objective
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Apply to standards that focus on the following areas:
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Atomic and Molecular Structure
Chemical Bonds
Conservation of Matter and Stoichiometry
Gases and Their Properties
Acids and Bases
Solutions
Chemical Thermodynamics
Reaction Rates
Chemical Equilibrium
Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
Nuclear Processes
Investigation and Experimentation
Course Objectives
You will be able to:
 Carry out scientific procedures using
laboratory equipment.
 Solve scientific problems using graphs, tables,
and algebra skills.
 Understand basic chemical concepts in written
form, problem solving and discussion.
 Hypothesize solutions to current societal
problems.
Why Study Chemistry?
Everyone and everything around us involves chemistry –
explains our world
Chemistry: Fascinating and Fun!
Why Study Chemistry?
Problem Solving
 More informed Citizen
 Careers
 College
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Classroom Materials
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Chemistry (Textbook)
Chemistry Notebook
 Notebook (3-Ring Binder)
 Writing tools (#2 pencil,
blue or black pen)
 College-Ruled paper
 Drawing paper
 Graph paper
 Colored pencils, markers
or crayons
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Agenda
Highlighters
 Glue stick
 Ruler
 Scissors
 Index cards (3 x 5)
 Dictionary
 Calculator
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Classroom WebSite:
www.sausd.us
Classroom Rules
In order to effectively learn in class, students must
obey the following rules:
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Be in assigned seat before the tardy bell rings.
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Bring notebook, textbook, and pencil/pen to class.
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Turn in assignments neatly and on time.
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Treat peers and teacher with courtesy and respect.
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Do not talk or leave seat without permission.
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Conduct safety rules at all times.
Follow the clearly stated expectations:
 Spirited and well behaved students at all schoolsponsored events
 Possession of ID card and agenda at all times during
the school day. ID cards at every event.
 No misuse of electronic devices! Cell phones and
iPods used only before school, during lunch and
after school. (NOT during passing periods)
 Items are subject to confiscation
 No inappropriate items: gangs, sex, drugs, alcohol,
tobacco, party activity, permanent markers, tagging,
dress code violations
 No harassment (sexual or any other kind)
 Only Valley
hats
 No underwear
showing
 No violent or
gang affiliated tshirts or jackets
 Keep “hoodie”
hoods down
 No flip flops
If not…
Valley High School
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Nature of Violation:
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WHITE: to Student Services
YELLOW: to Student
Discipline Plan
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Rewards for following rules:
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Verbal and/or written praise.
Given extra credit or bonus points.
Given tokens.
Receive outstanding citizenship.
Consequences for not following the rules:
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1st offense = Verbal warning
2nd offense = One hour detention
3rd offense = Phone call home and parent
conference
4th offense = Office referral
Grades
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Homework Packets
Chemistry Notebook (2)
Laboratory Reports
Quizzes
Chapter Tests
Classroom Participation
Citizenship (Attendance and Behavior)
Extra Credit
Grading Scale
90% - 100%
A
80% - 89%
B
70% - 79%
C
60% - 69%
D
0% - 59%
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 Regular
attendance is important to
success
 Only reasons for absence:
 Illness
(we need a note and a phone call!)
 Medical/Dental Appointments (after school, please!)
 Court Appearances (notice in advance)
 Death in the Family (let us help with grieving)
PLEASE, A PHONE CALL AND A NOTE
BOTH….ALWAYS!!
ATTENDANCE OFFICE: (714) 241-6421
Absences
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You must bring an excused note to the
attendance office to get a readmit. You are to
take this readmit to get every teacher to sign to
be excused for your absence(s). You are
responsible for making up any work that you
have missed. If you are absent on the day an
assignment is due, you must turn it in on the
day you return.
Academic Honesty
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It is your job to convince me that you are not
cheating. Ways to convince me:
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Keep Your Eyes On Your Own Paper.
Keep Your Answer Sheet Covered.
If I Suspect that you are cheating, the
following will take place:
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1st time X on paper (10 points off)
2nd time 0% on test, quiz or homework
assignment
3rd time: 0% and an office referral
Tutoring
Tutoring is available before or after school by
appointment.
 Tutoring will take place before 6th period
everyday.
 It is also available through Valley Think in the
library.
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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First Homework Assignment (5 pts.)
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Parent/Guardian Signature With Date
Student Signature With Date