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== Should I sign up for this class? ==
 
== Should I sign up for this class? ==
This class has been reported to be very difficult, with some students referring to it as "chemisery." This class should only be taken if there is serious dedication to chemistry.  
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This class has been reported to be very difficult, with some students referring to it as "chemisery." This class should only be taken if there is serious dedication to chemistry. It is generally said you should not take this class if you're not okay with a B grade.  
  
 
The two main Chem H teachers, Mr. O'Connell and Dr. Mellows differ in their teaching styles. It is commonly said that Mr. O'Connell is an easier grader but teaches less effectively, while Dr. Mellows "actually teaches" and prepares students for AP Chemistry but grades more harshly. Of the two, most students prefer Dr. Mellows.
 
The two main Chem H teachers, Mr. O'Connell and Dr. Mellows differ in their teaching styles. It is commonly said that Mr. O'Connell is an easier grader but teaches less effectively, while Dr. Mellows "actually teaches" and prepares students for AP Chemistry but grades more harshly. Of the two, most students prefer Dr. Mellows.

Revision as of 21:41, 30 April 2024

Chemistry H
DepartmentScience
LengthYear
Credit typeWeighted
Teacher(s)Dr. Mellows
Mr. O'Connell

Chemistry H is the honors-level version of Chemistry. Unlike Chemistry, it does not feature standards-based grading, which leads many people to take it.

Course catalog description

Chemistry Honors is not required for students wanting to take AP science courses; Chemistry is sufficient for this purpose.

Chemistry Honors covers all material that is covered in Chemistry, but with more depth and breadth. Topics like molecular geometry, thermodynamics, kinetics, and dynamic equilibrium are covered in further detail.

Students should take Chemistry Honors if they have a strong interest in the sciences, prefer a high level of rigor in their studies, and are able to accommodate their schedules for a much more significant time commitment than Chemistry would entail.

  • Prerequisites: Open to grades 10, 11 and 12. Successful completion of a first-year biology course or the

equivalent. Successful completion of an introductory algebra course, leading to a very strong understanding of introductory algebra, including logarithms and scientific notation. Concurrent enrollment in a geometry class or completion of geometry highly recommended.

  • Homework Expectation: 3-4 hours uninterrupted time per week (assigned homework: 2 hours; lab reports: 1-

2 hours)

  • District SLOs Addressed in this Course: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Units

  1. Atoms to Elements
  2. Bonding and Material Science
  3. Reactions
  4. Thermochemistry
  5. Gases
  6. Stoichiometry
  7. Acids, Bases, and Equilibrium

Should I sign up for this class?

This class has been reported to be very difficult, with some students referring to it as "chemisery." This class should only be taken if there is serious dedication to chemistry. It is generally said you should not take this class if you're not okay with a B grade.

The two main Chem H teachers, Mr. O'Connell and Dr. Mellows differ in their teaching styles. It is commonly said that Mr. O'Connell is an easier grader but teaches less effectively, while Dr. Mellows "actually teaches" and prepares students for AP Chemistry but grades more harshly. Of the two, most students prefer Dr. Mellows.