• Standards and Objectives: 

     

    PS.PSc.1 Understand types, properties, and structure of matter.

         PS.PSc.1.1 Construct an explanation to classify matter as: pure substance or mixture; homogeneous or heterogeneous; element or 

                             compound; solution, colloid or suspension.

         PS.PSc.1.2 Use models to compare the phases of matter and the physical changes they undergo.

         PS.PSc.1.3 Carry out investigations to compare physical and chemical properties of matter.

         PS.PSc.1.4 Use models to interpret the data presented in Bohr diagrams and electron dot diagrams for neutral atoms of elements 1 

                             through 18.

         PS.PSc.1.5 Use models to compare representations of atoms, ions, and isotopes.

         PS.PSc.1.6 Use the Periodic Table as a model to predict the relative properties (metallic/nonmetallic character, ionic charge, and reactivity) 

                             and arrangement of elements based on the pattern of valence electrons in the outermost energy levels of atoms.

     

    PS.PSc.2 Analyze interactions of matter within a chemical system.

         PS.PSc.2.1 Construct an explanation to classify the type of chemical bond that occurs (covalent, ionic, or metallic) in a given substance.

         PS.PSc.2.2 Use models to apply International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) conventions to name and write formulas for 

                             simple compounds.

         PS.PSc.2.3 Use mathematics and computational thinking to execute the balancing of chemical equations to illustrate the Law of 

                             Conservation of Mass.

         PS.PSc.2.4 Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to classify a chemical reaction as a synthesis, decomposition, combustion, single 

                             replacement, or double replacement reaction.

         PS.PSc.2.5 Construct an explanation to compare the composition and properties of acids and bases.

         PS.PSc.2.6 Use models to explain the interactions of acids and bases in the process of neutralization.

     

    PS.PSc.3 Understand the role of the nucleus in radiation and radioactivity.

         PS.PSc.3.1 Use models to compare nuclear reactions including alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma decay; nuclear fusion and nuclear 

                         fission.

         PS.PSc.3.2 Use mathematics and computational thinking to execute simple half-life calculations based on the radioactive decay of unstable 

                             nuclei.

         PS.PSc.3.3 Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to explain the application of nuclear reactions to radioactive dating, medicine, 

                             and energy production.

     

     

    Materials:

    School-issued ChromeBooks or personal laptops (charged and ready to go), a 3-ringed binder with dividers, loose-leaf paper, and writing utensils will be required every day. Labs, activities, notes, and other class materials are to be hole-punched and stored in a 3-ringed notebook throughout the semester or glued into composition units.

     

    Technology:

    The school-issued ChromeBook (or a personal laptop if preferred) may be needed on any given day. It is

    imperative that the student has these available and charged in every class, as several assignments will be shared and/or turned in online. These will be used for educational use only. Any alternative uses (Facebook, games, etc) will not be tolerated and will result in further disciplinary action.

     

    Grading Policy

    A=100-90

    B=89-80

    C=79-70

    D=69-60

    F=59-0

    Grading Rubric

     

    Classwork – 35%

    Homework – 15%

    Tests – 25%

    Quizzes – 10%

    Projects – 15%

    Projects

    There will be a variety of projects given over the semester, some cooperative and some

    individual. You will be given ample time to complete each one.

    Make-up/Late Work

    1. If you miss class for any reason, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed

    and receive your make-up assignments. This must be done the first day back following an absence.

    2. Missed work (classwork, lab, quizzes, tests, etc.) due to an absence should be picked up when you return. Students have 5 days to make up a missed test/quiz and 3 days for all other work.

    3. Any late work that is turned in after the allotted time period can receive a grade no higher than 60 and will not be accepted after 10 days.