Chemistry
Mrs Usera
Bronx Collegiate Academy
Welcome to chemistry!
My name is Mrs. Usera. and I am excited to be your Chemistry teacher this year and I hope you are excited to be in this class as well. This year Mrs. Arzu will be co-teaching with me some of the chemistry classes!
Chemistry is the study of matter and its properties, the changes matter undergoes, and the energy associated with the changes.
The Chemistry course presents a modern view of chemistry with major emphasis on understanding many interactions of matter.
Among the units that comprise the course are:
Physical Behavior of matter
Atomic Concepts
The Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding
Moles/Stoichiometry
Solutions
Acids, Bases, and Salts
Oxidation and Reduction
Organic Chemistry
Nuclear Chemistry
This course is designed to provide you with an intensive look at high school level chemistry, as well as prepare you for taking the New York State Regents “Physical Setting: Chemistry” Exam in June. The course is intense, and it will demand a great amount of effort from you. Reviewing your notes on a daily basis and practicing at least 5 problems daily, are strongly recommended.
This course is enriched with plenty of hands-on activities, so, even though it is a challenging one, you can still have fun!
I am looking forward to a successful year. If you ever need help, I am available at the end of the school day or e-mail me at [email protected], and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.
Good Luck!
Yours truly,
Mrs Usera & Mrs. Arzy
Bronx Collegiate Academy
2022-2023 school year
Mrs. Usera’s & Ms. Arzu’s
Chemistry Classroom Contract
These are our expectations from you in this class. Read them and sign them. Have your parents read them and sign them, as well. This contract will count as your first homework!
I, ________________________________
First Name/Last Name
- Will keep myself and others safe. Therefore, I will follow all safety rules at all times:
My mask is on my face, covering my mouth and nose, even when I am speaking, and especially when sneezing and coughing. I sanitize my hands when I enter the classroom, and as needed throughout the class period. I will try to practice social distancing whenever possible.
- Will be present and prompt for class.
- Cutting of class:
- My parents will be notified. I will write an anecdotal. If problem persists, I will hold a meeting with your parents, administrators, guidance counselors and teachers.
- Lateness:
- 3 Lateness in the same week: parents will be notified. I will write an anecdotal. If problem persists, I will hold a meeting with your parents, administrators, guidance counselors and teachers.
- Will be prepared for class each day.
- Daily Supplies:
- A pen (black or blue) and pencil, a folder, binder, Chemistry Reference Tables and scientific calculator.
- Assignments / Homework:
- Any homework assignment is due when the first bell rings.
- Any legal absence will extend the due date to the day of your return to class, if assignment is posted on line. If assignment is not posted, you will have until the next school day after your return to class.
- Any missed labs/tests/quizzes will be scheduled within 5 days after your return to
class. Make sure YOU MAKE any necessary arrangements with the teachers.
- Labs
- In order for students to qualify to take the Chemistry Regents exam, they must complete 1200 minutes of lab and have a 65% or above on the labs for satisfactory completion. If a student fails to satisfy the 1200- minute lab requirement he/she will not qualify to sit for the June Regents exam.
- Will comply with the following Grading Policy:
50% Scholarship:
- Tests/Quizzes/Interim Assessments (IA’s) 15 %
- Writing Assignments / Homework / Projects/Special Assignments 10 %
- Labs 5%
- Classwork 20%
50% In Person Accountability:
- Class Participation /Engagement 30%
- Do Now’s & Exit Tickets 20%
Total: 100%
- Will follow all laboratory safety procedures and instructions.
- Horseplay or unauthorized experimentation will NOT be tolerated and may result in the student being barred from future lab work.
- Each student will be responsible for the care, return of all lab equipment.
- Will not bring food or drink into the laboratory or laboratory/classroom areas.
- Will maintain respect for myself, my teacher, (including substitute teachers) and classmates.
- Only one person talks at a time.
- Once the bell has rung, I will remain in my seat unless asked to do otherwise (this includes pencil sharpening, or throwing garbage out, etc.).
- I will use appropriate language.
- I will respect others opinions and belongings.
- The use of cell phones and all other electronic devices are not permitted in the classroom at any time, unless used for instructional purposes.
- I will dress appropriately.
- I will not wear hats or bandannas, etc.
- There is ZERO tolerance for bullying and sexual harassment.
Regent’s credit is only awarded to those students who have achieved a minimal grade of 65 on the State Regents. In order for student to qualify to take the Chemistry regents exam they must complete 1200 minutes of satisfactory lab work.
If you have any questions, concerns or comments please feel free to call us at the school and leave a message at (718) 410-4077. You can also use the Remind App to text us. If you prefer contacting us via e-mail, my e-mail address is [email protected]. and Mrs. Arzu’s email address is: [email protected]
We will return your call/text or e-mail as soon as we can!
I have read the class rules and understand what is expected of me this year.
__________________________ ________________________ _________
Student’s Name Student’s signature Date
I have read the class rules and understand what is expected of my child this year.
__________________________ ________________________ _________
Parent/guardian’s Name Parent/guardian’s signature Date
Best Phone number where I can be reached during the day
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Chemistry