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Mr. Dubé 's Chemistry Classes at Robert Service High School

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Welcome to the Chemistry Classes Web site.
I hope you will use these pages to learn more about my class and my expectations.

- Mr. Dubé


Chemistry Classes

  • Conceptual Chemistry: An introductory course, requiring basic math but no algebra
  • Chemistry I: An introductory course, requiring solid algebra skills
  • Applied Chemistry: An introductory course requiring solid algebra skills and an interest in using critical thinking to solve real-world, chemistry related problems.
  • Advanced Placement Chemistry: An advanced course requiring a grade of A or B in Chemistry I

  • Class Policies

    Grading

    Homework: Homework is worth 5 to 10 points and will be given daily. A quiz consisting of 1 or 2 homework problems from the previous week may be given in place of homework.

    Test and Quizzes: Quizzes are worth 10 to 25 points and will be given at least once a month. Tests are worth up to 100 points and will be given three times each quarter.

    Labs: Labs are worth 10 to 30 points and will be graded on safety, participation, and writh-up. Reports should be neatly written or typed.

    Research projects: To explore other aspects of chemistry, small research projects will be assigned throughout the year.

    You must make up missed tests and quizzes the day you return, and you must submit missed homework assignments and labs within two days for every one day you missed. Failure to make up work within these time frames will result in a 0 for that test or assignment.


    Appointments

    You can meet with Mr. Dubé before or after school or during most lunch hours in room H113. Do not hesitate to ask for help! It can be very hard to catch up if you fall behind.


    Safety

    Labs are completed weekly. Because of the potential danger of any lab exercise, you will follow the highest standards of conduct. Misbehavior can result in dismissal from the lab.

  • Follow the written and oral directions carefully and immediately.
  • Never perform any procedure not specifically assigned in the lab
  • No playful behavior is permitted in the lab.
  • Safety equipment must be worn as directed at all times, even if you find it uncomfortable or unbecoming.
  • No food, drinks, or loose clothing are permitted in the lab.