Lab Safety Contract: Safety_Contract.pdf
Advanced Chemistry Syllabus 2025-2026
Mr. Henshaw
Email: henshawl@eht.k12.nj.us
Teacher Website: http://eht.oncoursesystems.com/websites/14187298
Welcome to Chemistry!
Objectives: We will identify how chemistry is used in the real world and how it is connected to Biology, Physics, and the other sciences. You will further your knowledge of the scientific method you learned about in biology and apply algebra to solve chemical problems. The course will cover the different areas of chemistry and build a firm foundation of knowledge. This class is a combination of lecture, group work, discussions, projects, labs and educational videos.
Materials (bring to class daily):
ᐤ 3 ring binder or notebook to record notes, hold homework, and handouts
ᐤ Scientific calculator (cell phones cannot be used as calculators in class)
ᐤ Periodic Table
ᐤ Pen/Pencil
ᐤ Agenda Book to record upcoming quizzes, tests and assignments.
Classroom Etiquette:
1. Be on time 4. Be respectful 7. Turn assignments in on time
2. Be prepared 5. Raise your hand 8. No eating or drinking
3. Follow directions 6. Clean up after yourself 9. Make sure all devices are away
Also, keep in mind you will be held to the disciplinary code put forth in the student handbook.
Evaluation: Grades will be determined according to the following break down
Assessments 70% Tests, Quizzes, Projects, Labs
Assignments 30% Homework, Classwork
Assessments: All Tests will be announced in advance and given at the end of a Chapter. You will have 2 to 3 Tests per marking period and each is worth 100 points. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced and will be given throughout or at the end of a Chapter. You will have 3 to 5 Quizzes per marking period and each will be worth 50 points. You will also have at least 1 Project per marking period worth 50 points.
Labs: You will have one lab per week and are expected to complete all parts of the lab, along with following all laboratory procedures, rules, and safety in order to receive full credit on the lab. Labs will be worth typically 20 to 30 points each and due the next day in class unless otherwise stated. Labs will be counted as assessment grades.
Assignments: Classwork and Homework will be given daily and graded on completion/effort. You are expected to attempt all problems, show work, and turn in on time all assignments in order to receive full credit. Classwork and Homework assignments will typically be worth 10 to 20 points each.
Late Work Policy: All work needs to be turned in on time on its due date including Homework, Classwork, Labs, and Projects. You will lose 10% percentage points each day an assignment is late till after 5 days then said assignment will become a permanent zero. Late work includes work turned in any time after the collection period at the beginning of class. Please have it assembled and ready to turn in or be checked when you walk into class. Keep in mind some Homework or Classwork assignments will be gone over in its entirety or in part the day it is due and will not be accepted late. Due dates are always posted on my website and announced in class. Most assignments unless otherwise stated will be due the next day in class. See me if you have any questions on any assignment and their due dates.
Laboratory Rules: Please see the lab safety contract for a full explanation of all lab rules. Lab safety will be discussed in greater detail prior to the first lab session. Your lab safety contract MUST be on file before working in the lab. YOU MUST WEAR LAB SAFETY GOGGLES IN THE LAB AT ALL TIMES! Failure to follow any lab safety rules and procedures will resort in points being deducted or a zero for that lab. For lab, you will be working in small groups or pairs. Lab groups will share all data collected with their group; however, each student will need to complete the assignment independently in order to get full credit on the lab.
Academic Honesty Policy: Students are responsible for unwavering integrity in the completion and submission of all their academic work. A harsh penalty will be imposed for any student who engages in academic dishonesty. Failure to comply may result in any or all of the following; a grade of “0” for the assignment, expulsion from or exclusion to national honors society, college recommendation letters, and the loss of respect from your peers and advisors. This will go on your permanent record! See the student handbook for more information.
Absences: If you are absent, you are responsible for coming to me to find out what assignments were missed. You have the same number of days you were absent to complete the make-up work. If you are absent the day of a test or quiz, be prepared to take it or a make-up version the day you return. For a test/quiz you will have one week to make it up, or the grade will be a zero. Please notify me in advance if you will be out for field trips, band, choir, etc. that way you can get the work you will miss.
Extra help: Can be arranged after school or during mutually free time. I am located in Room B244 after school and available most weekdays after School till at least 3:10pm for extra help or questions by appointment or drop in. Please let me know in advance to make arrangements if possible.
Website: My teacher website has many useful tools and resources including chapter power point note slides, homework assignments, simulation tools, instructional videos, and more. Scan the QR Code below or copy the link on the top of the front page of the syllabus to take you to the homepage of my teacher website.
Textbook: Pearson Chemistry, 2011
Course Outline
Marking Period 1:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Chemistry
Chapter 2 Matter and Change
Chapter 4 Atomic Structure
Chapter 3 Scientific Measurement
Marking Period 2:
Chapter 5 Electrons in Atoms
Chapter 6 The Periodic Table
Chapter 7 Ionic and Metallic Bonding
Chapter 8 Covalent Bonding
Chapter 9 Chemical Names and Formulas
Marking Period 3:
Chapter 10 Chemical Quantities
Chapter 11 Chemical Reactions
Chapter 12 Stoichiometry
Chapter 13 States of Matter
Marking Period 4:
Chapter 14 The Behavior of Gases
Chapter 15 Water and Aqueous Systems
Chapter 16 Solutions
Chapter 19 Acid, Bases, and Salts
Chapter 25 Nuclear Chemistry