Tuition: $925 through July 1; $950 effective July 2 

** The course tuition includes the subscription to Cengage's WebAssign Online Learning Platform and a digital version of the textbook.

Course Format:

My AP Chemistry course is fully asynchronous, designed for motivated students who want flexibility without sacrificing structure, clarity, or rigor. It is paced to cover the full AP Chemistry curriculum with time to spare, leaving a full four weeks dedicated to AP exam review. I provide clear, classroom–style videos for every topic, each with a timeline so students can rewatch challenging segments or move quickly through material they already understand. I also include videos that walk students through difficult AP‑style problems step by step. Students consistently describe the course as clear, well‑organized, and manageable. Year after year, they tell me that during the exam, they had already seen many of the questions before, and their AP exam scores consistently reflect that level of preparation.

Live Support: Each week, I offer an optional live session for students who want to talk through the current chemistry topics, ask questions, or get clarification on ideas from the week’s assignments. These sessions rotate between Monday and Tuesday and cycle through four start times — 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 PM (ET) — so everyone has a chance to attend when it fits their schedule. Each session is saved so students who couldn’t attend live can see what was covered. Nothing discussed in a live session is ever assessed on an assignment or test. These meetings offer an interactive setting for students who enjoy connecting with the teacher in addition to the discussion board.

Course Goals & Workload: My course reflects the structure and rigor of a first‑year college chemistry class and includes a unit on organic chemistry to help STEM‑focused students prepare for one of the most challenging courses they will take in college. Students should expect to spend about 1–2 hours of focused study per day, with additional time for lab work. About 35% of my students have not taken a prior chemistry course, and they typically perform as well as those who have. At the beginning of each new topic, I review the basics so that students without first‑year chemistry are not at a disadvantage. Students do not need to complete any pre‑work to be successful in the course. There is no busy work in my class.

WebAssign Platform: I deliver my AP Chemistry course using Cengage’s WebAssign, the same platform used by more than 3,500 colleges and universities. I’ve customized every assignment, so students receive multiple submissions, helpful hints, clear explanations, and full solutions after they’ve worked through a problem. WebAssign automatically grades the problem sets and lab follow‑ups, giving students instant feedback on every assignment. WebAssign includes a secure, automatically updated gradebook that students and parents can check anytime. This gives families a clear, up‑to‑date picture of progress throughout the year without waiting for periodic reports. During the year, I get to know students through the work they do and the questions they ask, which allows me to write strong, specific recommendations when needed.  

Course Resources:  Students have access to a comprehensive set of learning tools designed to help them master the AP Chemistry content. 

• Classroom-style video lessons for every topic
• AP‑style problem‑solving videos
• Lab demonstration videos that reinforce understanding
• Detailed chapter and unit summaries 
• Interactive review exercises with immediate feedback
• Downloadable note‑taking guides and reference sheets
• A student discussion board for questions and peer support
• College Board AP Classroom practice questions

Assessments: Students are evaluated through a combination of assignments, tests, lab work, and a final exam that reflect the structure and expectations of a first‑year college chemistry course. The final course grade is calculated from Semester 1 (40%), Semester 2 (40%), and the final exam (20%).

In addition to the continuously updated WebAssign gradebook, I provide both a mid‑year report and a comprehensive end‑of‑year report for every student. The end‑of‑year report includes the Semester 1 grade, Semester 2 grade, final exam results, and the final course grade, along with organized summaries of the assignments, tests, and labs that contributed to each semester’s grade. Families receive a clear, easy‑to‑read record of their student’s performance for their own documentation. A sample grade report is available under Course Documents on the bottom navigation bar at chemadvantage.net.

• Assignments: Each unit includes assignments that help students build understanding through supported practice. Students receive multiple submissions, instant feedback, and explanations of missed problems so they can learn from mistakes and strengthen their understanding.
• Unit Tests: Tests include both multiple‑choice and free‑response questions modeled on the AP Chemistry Exam. Multiple‑choice questions are completed and graded in WebAssign. Some free‑response questions are entered directly into WebAssign and graded automatically, while others are completed on paper, and self‑scored using a detailed scoring guide. This approach helps students learn how AP free response scoring works, and I review their scoring and answers as part of the process.
• Lab Reports: Each lab includes a structured report with goals, procedures, data tables, and conclusions. Students submit their data and calculations through WebAssign as part of the lab assignment.
• Final Exam: The final exam consists of several tests based on AP Chemistry Exams released by the College Board. The last exam is a complete, previously released AP Chemistry Exam. The final exam grade is the average of these tests.

Labs: Students perform hands‑on experiments using the QSL Advanced MicroChem Kit, the same high‑quality kit used in many high‑schools and some college chemistry programs. Students collect and analyze their own data using graphing tools and spreadsheets and maintain a formal lab notebook following college‑level protocols. If a student cannot obtain a lab kit, I provide guided virtual labs that meet the same standards. After each lab, students enter their data and calculations into a corresponding online assignment that automatically grades their work, giving them immediate feedback without waiting for hand‑graded reports. Details about the lab program, including the QSL kit and virtual labs, are under Lab Program behind the AP Chemistry tab at chemadvantage.net.

Discussion Board: Students receive personalized help through my 24/7 Discussion Board. I monitor it throughout the day, five days a week, and use multimedia tools including diagrams, annotations, images, videos, and links to give clear, thorough explanations. I also have several TAs, each of whom achieved an A+ in the class and a 5 on the AP exam, who enthusiastically help answer questions throughout the day and evening, including offering the kind of AP exam insight that only a recent exam taker can provide.

Eligibility: My course is open to students in grades 9–12 (ages 14–18) who have completed Algebra II or are taking it concurrently.

Schedule: My AP Chemistry course runs from August 24, 2026, through early May and follows a 36‑week curriculum with a four‑week AP exam review. Five weeks of scheduled breaks are built in, but you may adjust the dates to match your vacation plans, celebrations, and observances.

Registration: You may enroll through AP Homeschoolers by paying the tuition. Once your payment is submitted, please complete my Student Registration Form right away so I can send your “getting started” instructions before class begins.

Supplies:

• One 3" 3‑ring binder
• One 1½" 3‑ring binder
• One set of 20 blank divider tabs
• One 100‑sheet composition notebook with sewn binding (lab notebook)
• Graphing or scientific calculator 
• Quality Science Labs Advanced MicroChem Kit **

** If you cannot obtain a lab kit, don’t worry. You'll be able to use my guided virtual labs. 

Textbook: A digital version of the textbook is provided. Students who prefer a hardcopy may purchase Raymond Chang’s Chemistry (5th–13th edition) or General Chemistry: The Essential Concepts. Used copies are often available for $20 or less.

Instructor Qualifications:  I am a Michigan‑certified chemistry teacher with more than 35 years of classroom experience teaching Honors and AP® Chemistry in one of the top‑ranked public school systems in the country, and 18 years teaching AP Chemistry with Pennsylvania Homeschoolers. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science Education degree from Wayne State University. Over the course of my career, I have taught thousands of students and mentored new chemistry teachers.

My work extends beyond the classroom. I have collaborated with the National Science Foundation, participated in multiple NSF teacher programs, and was sponsored by the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation as a Woodrow Wilson Fellow at Princeton University, where I had the opportunity to lecture and work alongside leading scientists and educators. I have led national workshops for chemistry teachers, developed computer software for chemistry education, and hosted an international Internet conference (CHYMNET) for chemistry educators.

I have written assessment questions for the Michigan Educational Assessment Test and the ACT® Assessment, reviewed chemistry questions for Cengage’s WebAssign® database, and edited articles for the Journal of Chemical Education. I have completed the College Board Institute Program for teaching AP® Chemistry and remain an active participant in the AP® Chemistry Teachers Community.

I received the Presidential Scholars Teacher Recognition Award, a national honor given to only one hundred teachers each year.

Teaching chemistry is my lifelong passion. I work hard to make my lessons clear, engaging, and enjoyable, and I am committed to helping students succeed not only on the AP® Chemistry Exam, but also to have a competitive edge in college chemistry. My students have gone on to prestigious colleges and universities around the world, including all the U.S. Military Academies, MIT, Princeton, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Rutgers, Cornell, Oxford University, the National University of Singapore, and many top U.S. state universities. Many of my students have also been award winners in ACS Chemistry Olympiad competitions.

My Promise: Even though my class is online, you’ll have a real teacher who cares about you, supports you, and prepares you to excel on the AP exam and in college chemistry.

To learn more about instructional videos, labs, grading, calculator guidance, and AP exam results, visit my ChemAdvantage website and open the AP Chemistry tab.