01St. Mary’s Online Academy

St. Mary's Online Academy (SMOA) is a global online learning platform offered by St. Mary's School, a renowned U.S. private preparatory school located in Medford, Oregon.

Our school started in 1865 in southern Oregon, located on the beautiful west coast of the United States of America. St. Mary's School has grown to provide an authentic American elementary, middle, and high school education to students in China, South Korea, Vietnam, and other parts of the world. Our integrated online courses are taught by an experienced American faculty whose skills and commitment are second to none.

We take pride in the program we deliver to your child! Courses are taught during normal school hours in Asian standard time. Online and offline learning networks are available to students.Live classroom and in-person, on-campus instruction is available.Students choose to attend online learning only or a combined offline/onsite learning environment. Students earn credits and receive transcripts and diplomas from St. Mary's School in Oregon.We offer a strong, professional and experienced bilingual tutoring team available to your student.One-to-one academic guidance and family education consultation is offered to all SMOA students and families. Our program provides a one-stop solution for students and parents interested in international education who want a full range of options and services.

02Credits Certificate
All Credits are issued through St. Mary's Oregon in the US:
03Prerequisites
It is recommended that you have already completed high school courses in basic Principles of Biology and Chemistry with a grade of B or above.
04Grade Level
Grade 11-12
05Teacher Info
Taught AP Biology, Physical Science and Human Anotomy and Physiology at a public school in the US
Mr. Roneve Sarao or Mr. S to most of his students has been an educator for over 14 years.
Mr. S started his teaching career in the Philippines where he taught high school in a private institution where he teaches Advanced Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Research (Microbiology). He then made a jump to teach in a Public School in Columbia, South Carolina, USA teaching AP Biology, Biology, Physical Science and Human Anatomy and Physiology (Honors and CP). Mr. S has been with St. Mary’s since August of 2019 and is currently teaching in Wuhan 2 High School International Department.
Mr. S teaches AP Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science and Forensic Science.
His dedication towards his work and his students has shown in his efforts. Mr. S success stories in education is what makes him achieved his goals for his students criticisms given.
06Course Syllabus

AP Chemistry is open to all students that have completed a year of chemistry who wish to take part in a rigorous and academically challenging course.

Big Idea 1: Structure of Matter

Big Idea 2: Properties of Matter – Characteristics, States and Force of Attraction

Big Idea 3: Chemical Reaction

Big Idea 4: Rates of Chemical Reaction

Big Idea 5: Thermodynamics

Big Idea 6: Equilibrium

07Course Overview and Design

Students will understand everyday life, nature and technology, and the significance of the well-being of man and the environment.

08Other

Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based investigations.