Naperville North High School AP Chemistry Syllabus 2025/2026 - Course Outline and Grading

Sep 20, 2026

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Naperville North High School’s AP Chemistry syllabus for 2025/2026 outlines course aims, instructional approach, and the structure of study across two semesters. The course is aligned to the AP Chemistry curriculum framework and emphasizes six big ideas, with a focus on inorganic and physical chemistry, strong laboratory involvement, and connections to other science areas. The syllabus defines grading through weighted components, limits final exams/projects to 15%, and details evidence-of-learning and practice expectations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages4

Reading Time10 min

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Course Overview

Course Description and Alignment

Course Textbook & Resources

Units of Study

Semester 1 Chapters 1-10

Semester 2 Chapters 11, 14-20

Learning Evidence and Practice

Evidence of Learning

Practice Activities

Grading System

Weighted Grade Calculation

Final Exam Format

Grading Practices

Naperville North High School AP Chemistry Syllabus 2025/2026 Teacher: Elizabeth Brucker [Email/Phone:](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org)[ ](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org)[ebrucker@naperville203.org](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org) [Department Chair: Jim Konrad Of](Department Chair: Jim Konrad Of)ﬁce: 150 [Department Chair email:](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org)[ j](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org)[konrad@naperville203.org](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org) | D203 Proﬁle of A Learner | We are proud to present the Profile of a Learner, which outlines the key competencies and descriptors our community has identified as essential for our students: Adaptability, Communication, Critical Thinking, Learner’s Mindset, Global Citizen. | | | --- | --- | --- | | Department Mission | At Naperville North High School, our mission is to provide high-quality, innovative, and engaging science education that fosters deep understanding, critical thinking, and a lifelong passion for scientific inquiry. Grounded in the Next Generation Science Standards ( NGSS) , our curriculum and teaching approach empower students to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We are dedicated to nurturing curiosity, collaboration, and scientific literacy, preparing our students to become informed citizens who can contribute to solving local and global challenges through the application of scientific principles. | | | Course Description | This AP Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first year of college. This course is structured around the six big ideas articulated in the AP Chemistry curriculum framework provided by the College Board. The subject matter will include topics in inorganic and physical chemistry. Concepts and skills are reinforced by a strong emphasis on hands-on laboratory experiences and the integration of other branches of science. Constructivist methods of teaching are employed to ensure the best possible comprehension and retention of science concepts. REQ: Chemistry; Honors Chemistry | | | Course Textbook & Resources | Chemistry: The Central Science 13th edition Brown and LeMay | | | Course Standards & Weights | | | | | D203 Curriculum Map for Honors Chemistry
High School SEL in Science | | | Units of Study: | | | | | Semester 1
● Chapter 1: Introduction: Matter and Measurement
● Chapter 2: Atoms, Molecules and Ions
● Chapter 3: Chemical Reactions and Reaction Stoichiometry
● Chapter 4: Reactions in Aqueous Solutions
● Chapter 5: Thermochemistry
● Chapter 6: Electronic Structure of Atoms
● Chapter 7: Periodic Properties of the Elements
● Chapter 8: Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding
● Chapter 9: Molecular Geometry and Bonding Theories
● Chapter 10: Gases | Semester 2
● Chapter 11: Liquids and Intermolecular Forces
● Chapter 14: Chemical Kinetics
● Chapter 15: Chemical Equilibrium
● Chapter 16: Acids-Base Equilibria
● Chapter 17: Additional Aspects of Aqueous Equilibria
● Chapter 19: Chemical Thermodynamics
● Chapter 20: Electrochemistry | Naperville North High School AP Chemistry Syllabus 2025/2026 Teacher: Elizabeth Brucker [Email/Phone:](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org)[ ](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org)[ebrucker@naperville203.org](Email/Phone: ebrucker@naperville203.org) [Department Chair: Jim Konrad Of](Department Chair: Jim Konrad Of)ﬁce: 150 [Department Chair email:](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org)[ j](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org)[konrad@naperville203.org](Department Chair email: jkonrad@naperville203.org) | Grade Calculation Deﬁnitions | Students will be provided with multiple and varied opportunities to demonstrate mastery of learning standards. Although varied in content, all courses will include e

FAQs

What is the AP Chemistry course designed to provide students?

The course is designed to be equivalent to a first-year college general chemistry course and is structured around AP Chemistry curriculum big ideas, including inorganic and physical chemistry.

How are lab and hands-on activities incorporated?

Learning concepts are reinforced with a strong emphasis on hands-on laboratory experiences, along with constructivist teaching methods to support comprehension and retention.

How does the grading system work in this syllabus?

Semester grades use a weighted average, with coursework at 85% and the final exam at 15%. Evidence of learning and practice are defined within the coursework component.

Sep 20, 2026

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