Stephanie Chipetine
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What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2024
For the history classes, learn how to write the essays beforehand, they are very hard. For research, take shortcuts. Do not read the whole article, only the abstract, or you will have way too much work. If your hair shows up in the google meet, it is enough participation.
Class of 2022
I had Mrs. Chipetine for both World 1 and Euro. For World 1 just make sure to do and study the study guides she posts every time before the test and you will do fine. I only advise people who really enjoy and are passionate about history to take her Euro class (it is the most interesting but hardest history class in the entire high school). I took both World 2 and Euro and I'd say Euro is substantially harder and more time consuming. Always do the homework for Euro, it will save you so much time in the future when you're trying to study for a test. Despite the homework taking around 2 hours everyday, and the textbook readings being 10+ pages long every night, it helps so much with having a clear understanding of European History, which will definitely make sure you write killer essays in the class. I want to emphasize: TAKE EURO ONLY IF YOU LOVE HISTORY AND ARE GOOD AT IT. WORLD 2 IS A LOT EASIER.
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Class of 2022
Mrs. Chipetine is one of the best history teachers I've ever had and really shows why the Social Studies Department at Syosset High School is so great. Although her classes are some of the hardest history classes in the school, she thoroughly prepares you for the AP Test and makes midterms and finals feel like a breeze. Her tests are substantially harder than what is on the AP Test, and her grading is harsher, which will motivate you to constantly do better. Every one in her classes ends up with at least a B+ in the end, so don't worry too much about your grade in the class. Although she is hard, her grading is very fair, and she makes homework and participation 40% of your grade for a reason. You'll come out of her class well versed in argumentation, essay writing, analyzation skills, and just have a great understanding of World or European History.