Lincoln High School Back to School Night

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Lincoln High SchoolBack to School Night

• Larry Scheffler
• Chemistry
• September 23, 2008

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Larry SchefflerLincoln High School Science

• IB Chemistry 1-2
• Accelerated Chemistry 1-2
• IB Chemistry 3-4
• Email lscheffl_at_pps.k12.or.us
• Website http//lincoln.pps.k12.or.us/lscheffler/
  

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IB/Accelerated Chemistry 1-2

• Same class and materials
• Both carry honors credit
• Accelerated/honors classes are not necessarily
  more homework but they do require students to
  think at a more sophisticated level

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IB Chemistry 1-2 Topics

• Syllabus detailsCore
• Topic 1 Quantitative chemistry
• Topic 2 Atomic structure
• Topic 3 Periodicity
• Topic 4 Bonding
• Topic 5 Energetics
• Topic 6 Kinetics
• Topic 7 Equilibrium
• Topic 8 Acids and bases
• Topic 9 Oxidation and reduction
• Topic 11 Measurement and data processing

Syllabus detailsAHL Topic 12 Atomic structure
Topic 13 Periodicity Topic 14 Bonding Topic
15 Energetics Topic 16 Kinetics Topic 17
Equilibrium Topic 18 Acids and bases Topic 19
Oxidation and reduction
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IB Chemistry 3-4 Topics

• Syllabus detailsCore
• Topic 10 Organic chemistry
• Topic 11 Measurement and data processing
• Syllabus detailsOptions SL and HL
• Option B Human biochemistry
• Option D Medicines and drugs
• (As time permits)
• Option E Environmental chemistry

• Syllabus detailsAHL
• Topic 20 Organic chemistry
• Review of all of the topics covered
• in IB chemistry 1-2
• Other topics
• Energy
• Nuclear Chemistry

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Learning objectives

• understand the basic concepts, laws, and theories
  that apply to chemistry.
• be able to use conceptual models in the study of
  chemistry.
• understand the structure and characteristics of
  matter and energy.
• be able to use mathematics as a tool to interpret
  experiments and concepts in chemistry.
• be able to safely use laboratory instruments,
  equipment, and materials.
• be able to observe phenomena and record data
  then organize that data and draw valid
  conclusions.
• be able to use reference materials to secure the
  information necessary to understand a particular
  aspect of chemistry.
• be able to effectively communicate information
  and experimental results.
• recognize the importance of continued scientific
  research as a tool to help solve chemistry
  related problems in society.
• recognize career and vocational opportunities in
  chemistry related fields.

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Expectations of students

• Be in class every day
• Pay attention in class and participate in all
  class activities
• Maintain an attitude of scholarship in class
• Observe safety precautions and proper procedures
  in lab
• Complete assignments on time
• Come for help when having difficulties

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Information for Parents

• The best way to contact me is via email
  atlscheffl_at_pps.k12.or.us
• Class materials, assignments, and grades are all
  available from my website http//lincoln.pps.k12.o
  r.us/lscheffler/
• You may monitor grades from this website as well.
  Each student will have their assignment scores
  listed after their code word. Please ask your
  student for their code word or email me and I
  will send it to you. Class policies,
  expectations, and grading criteria are also on
  the web.
• Students will have chemistry homework daily.
  They should plan to spend 30-45 minutes per day
  on chemistry. I will collect homework on
  Tuesdays. At that time everything assigned the
  previous week will be due.
• Students need to be in class everyday and to stay
  current with their work. Failure to do so is the
  primary reason why students have trouble in
  chemistry.
• I am available during flex periods for help. I
  am also arranging to set up some peer tutoring
  during flex. I also have a tutor available on
  Wednesday mornings.

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As a parent you can help--

• Make sure they have an appropriate place to
  study.
• Make sure that your student is in school and in
  class every day unless they are really sick.
• Take an interest in your students progress. Ask
  them about class and how things are going and
  encourage them as much as you can.