Sheila Baldessari
Data based on 4 reviews.
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 2023
For Honors Chem, there is way too much repetitive work, and the cornell notes are incredibly annoying. It is certiantly a hard class that is annoying to take, but at the same time you do learn a lot
Class of -1
Mrs. Baldessari honestly gives you so much busy work it isn't funny. Packets of the same material over and over until it's drilled into your soul. Textbooks are not used ever in class but you will need to take notes at home for credit. The biggest portion of your grade will come from exams, then labs, then homework and worksheets.
Class of 2021
A considerable amount of hw is given each week, even if not all of it is due the next day. Labs are a huge chunk of the grade and the rubrics are a good checklist to make sure everything is there. Tests have two parts: multiple choice and extended response. Projects are rare but there are several important ones. Though there are tons of worksheets, try to complete them. There are several extra credit opportunities. Use Google Classroom to keep up with dates and deadlines. Chemistry isn't my favorite but it's not so bad if you make sure to study.
Additional Comments
Class of -1
For the level of material you will learn, she knows what she's talking about. Overall a teacher willing to help her students when they're also putting in the effort. Be careful though, she can be ruthless. I used pen on my test and it scanned as if I didn't answer a single question. She gave me a 0% and told me I should know better. In reality I got 100% and I was forced to retake the test.