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Intro to Honors Chemistry - Class Objectives and Benefits of AP Exam

Welcome to Honors Chemistry! Today we will get acquainted, review class expectations, and discuss the benefits of taking the AP exam. Learn how excelling in the exam can save you time, money, and open up opportunities at top universities. Make sure to read and sign contracts, complete the survey, and gather supplies. Get ready for an engaging academic journey ahead!

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Intro to Honors Chemistry - Class Objectives and Benefits of AP Exam

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  1. Welcome to Honors Chemistry! 8/20/13 Today’s objectives: • Get Acquainted • Find out what to expect Homework: • Read and sign contracts • Complete survey • Gather supplies – pay $30 lab fee • View website and read PP 1 a, b, c, d Looking ahead: Read and take Cornell notes 2.1-2.5 due Friday, 8/29 Today’s Handouts: Syllabus, Survey, Academic Contract, Flinn Safety contract, Parent letter, Cornell note taking template, periodic table

  2. Here are a few facts about me... Married to Keith Baldessari for 28 years 2 children:  Sarah (Senior at Cornell University) Matt (Freshman at Westmont College, Santa Barbara CA) Golden Retriever: Sandy

  3. Education: Hudson High School, Denison University Hofstra University, Cleveland State University (BS-Chemistry, MBA-Finance, MA-Ed.) I play the harp. • I enjoy attending all of my children's sports events, music recitals, and other activities. • I love entertaining and decorating our home for the holidays. • I love to travel and enjoy boating, and snow skiing. • I love the beach!!! And, I am an avid shark tooth collector.

  4. What is Honors Chemistry? • Lab based college preparatory class • Prepares students for AP Chemistry

  5. What does taking the AP exam and doing well mean to me? Financial Benefit At Miami University* in Oxford Ohio: • Acceptable score 3 to 5 • Score of 3 earns credit for CHM 111 including lab (4 hours). Worth $845.40 for an in-state student • Score of 4 or 5 earns credit for CHM 141, 142, 144, and 145 (10 hours). Worth $2,113.50 *Similar benefits but different pricing at other state schools.

  6. What does taking the AP exam and doing well mean to me? Benefit at Ivy League and other private schools: • Make your freshman year easier • Level the playing field (your peers will have all taken lots of AP courses) • Acceptable scores 4 or 5 • Impress College Admission Counselors • Develop College-Level Academic Skills • Save Money/Time – graduate sooner • Choose a Major Sooner/register earlier • Take More Elective Classes in College • Add a Minor or Second Major More Easily

  7. Next, Lets look at our handouts • Syllabus • Safety and academic contract • Cornell notes template • Parent letter • Student survey • Periodic table

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