Chemistry - 9th Grade and up 

Teacher: Leigh Ann Smith    Phone: 281-756-9120        

                E-mail: timely@hal-pc.org

                9029 Mustang Bayou Road, Manvel, TX  77578

Teacher’s Biography:  I have a BS in Medical Technology with a minor in Chemistry from Sam Houston State University.  I homeschooled my 3 children for 15 years.

Class Time:  Wednesday, 9:00-11:00

Class Size:  5 minimum, 10 maximum

Cost:  $60.00/month, September through May, Lab and supply fee $?/yearly (due at registration.) 

Required Text and Workbook:  Exploring Creation Through Chemistry by Jay Wile (published by Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.)  Supply List:  Loose-leaf notebook and paper, basic calculator, pen and pencil.

Prerequisite:  Students should have successfully completed Algebra I.

 Class Content and Style:  This class is designed for college bound students.  During class, we will use a combination of lecture, games, and video clips to introduce new material and to review.  About half of our time during class will be spent completing labs.  We will learn to properly write up our lab results, and by the end of the course, the students should be well prepared for college science courses.  Topics will include: atomic structure, chemical equations, stoichiometry, molecular geometry, acid/base chemistry, chemistry of solutions, thermodynamics, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium.

 Homework:  Homework will consist of completing practice problems, laboratory reports, and reading.  Tests will also be done at home.   I will assign about 3-4 hours of outside work per week. 

Evaluation:  I will assign a grade for each quarter made up of class participation, daily work, homework, and chapter quizzes.  A "Progress Report" will be sent home with the student each quarter and an end of the year report and certificate of completion that counts for one High School Credit.