AP CHEMISTRY
Dr. O'Malley, 2023-2024
Objectives
Welcome to AP chemistry! This class simulates a college level chemistry course. We will learn about chemical identification, bonding, reaction applications, and how chemistry is used to help society. AP chemistry is challenging and rewarding.Â
Grade breakdown
Homework & preparation (15%)
Upload problem sets for each lesson on Jupiter.
Complete and on time = 10/10. Late = 5/10.
The lowest grade in this category will be dropped.
Classwork & participation (15%)
Come to class. Participate.
Take online check-ins (open notes, in groups) during class.
Absent? Do the check-in once you feel better. No penalty.
Work safely in the lab room: wear goggles, no food, tie back long hair, no sandals, no contact lenses
Read & sign the student lab safety contract before the first lab.
Absent for a lab? Get the data from a friend & submit.
The lowest grade in this category will be dropped.
Assessments (70%)
Tests (aka celebrations!) are given every few weeks in class.
Absent? There will be a cumulative make-up at the end of the term.
Absent again? Talk to Dr. O.Â
If you are able to show up for all tests, including the make-up at the end of the term, the lowest grade in this category will be dropped.
Materials
Your favorite pens & pencils
Worksheets (given in class, also linked below)
Prefer taking notes digitally on a tablet? No problem.
Laptops & headphones are NOT permitted, except for special circumstances.Â
Scientific or graphing calculator (No, not your phone)
Textbook (available from room 807, if desired)
Office Hours
Room 809
Most days: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 10th periods
E-mail: somalley@stuy.edu
Be academically honest
Provide adequate citations for sources.
Do not copy or submit someone else's work.
Do not use notes or other materials during a test without permission.
Do not share questions or answers with students who have yet to take a test.
Speak up when you see academic dishonesty in others.
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