Chemistry Course Overview for Matawan Regional High School
Yamini Varma-Kumar, a certified teacher with 13 years of experience, offers Chemistry and Honors Chemistry courses at Matawan Regional High School. The curriculum covers topics such as matter, elements, atomic structure, chemical reactions, and more. Students will develop skills in using the periodic table, conducting investigations, and communicating scientific information. Grading criteria include general work, assessments, and labs/projects, with a focus on virtual/hybrid learning. General expectations for students include attending Google Meets, active participation, timely submission of work, and seeking extra help as needed.
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Welcome to Chemistry Yamini Varma-Kumar Matawan Regional High School Lab Chemistry, Honors Chemistry yvarma@marsd.org
Introduction Yamini Varma-Kumar Alma Mater: Stockton University (B.Sc), RUTGERS University (M.Ed) Certified Teacher of Chemistry and Biology 13 years of teaching experience ranging from Biology (Lab, Honors), Forensics, Physical Science, Chemistry (Lab, Honors, Academy, AP) 10thyear at MRHS
Curriculum Overview Course is aligned to NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards in Science, Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core Standards Topics covered but not limited to Matter and mixtures Elements and the periodic table Atomic structure Chemical reactions Quantitative analysis For more details, visit NJ Department of Education website at http://www.nj.gov/education/
Course Objectives By the end of this class, students will be able to: Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms. Develop models to illustrate the changes in the composition of the nucleus of the atom and the energy released during the processes of fission, fusion, and radioactive decay. Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the bulk scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles. Communicate scientific and technical information about why the molecular-level structure is important in the functioning of designed materials.
Grading (Virtual/Hybrid Model) General work: 40% includes classwork, do now, exit tickets, quick formative assessment questions, participation and homework Assessments: 30% Quizzes and Tests. May be timed, restricted and graded entirely on accuracy. Labs and Projects: 30% Online lab assignments may include assessment of lab based videos, simulations, teacher created labs, data analysis
General Expectations Google Meets (Scheduled Period) Sign in ON TIME, stay for entire duration of the meeting. Attendance will be taken and reported Participate in discussions. Be engaged and productive Google Meet (Live Support) Available twice a week for each cohort-- schedule posted to google classroom (however, student may attend on a non- scheduled day anytime they need help.) Plan to attend for ANY type of extra help Assignments Check for new work each day Submit work on time Some general work MAY be eligible for resubmission Late work will NOT be accepted after answer key has been posted Expect to do 45-60 minutes of work each day Recognize that assignments may be grouped as a larger section and assigned for several days. PLAN backwards to ensure work can be completed easily and in a timely manner
General Expectations Assessments Will be announced (posted in Google Classroom and discussed during Google Meets) well in advance Ample time will be provided (For example, a 45 minute test may be available for a period of 3 hours to allow for different schedules, connectivity issues etc.) Late assessments will not be accepted or graded unless teacher has been informed of extenuating circumstances in ADVANCE
Contact Information yvarma@marsd.org HS Phone Number: 732-705-5200 Staff website: https://www.marsd.org/Domain/304 Please feel free to email me ANYTIME you have a question or concern about your student. Please encourage your student to reach out if they need help with any material, information or otherwise
