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[Most recent activities, including what was done in class and the assignments (all assignments will be listed not just homework), are listed in blue and previous information is in black.]
>>BrainPop.com login is d102student the password is d102
In Class Today 2-9-12
* All classes reviewed changes in trilobite structure as it relates to environment challenges.
* Students completed a quiz on Chapter 6/Section 1, using their outlines and class notes.
* Classes began watching a documentary on travel to the Galapagos Islands.
Assignments 2-9-12
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 2-7-12
* Students continued to watch the video "How The Earth Was Made" up until Snowball Earth. Addtional questions were responded to for this next portion. Stayed tuned for the exciting next episode. What will happen that releases the Earth from this massive deep freeze?
Assignments 2-7-12
* No new assignments.
In Class Today 2-6-12
* Students watch a portion of the History Channel video titled "How The Earth Was Made". Students worked through a set of guiding questions. Our initial viewing segment will continue on Tuesday.
Assignments 2-6-12
* R.H.O. Chapter 6/Section 2, the Precambrain portion only, for Tuesday, February 7th.
* Plan ahead for a quiz an open note/outline on Chapter 6/Section 1 on Thursday, February 9th.
In Class Today 2-3-12
* Students learned that soem fossils can be quite pretty to look at. Case in point, the gem stone ammolite, which are permineralized remains of the organism ammonite. The ammolite are the results of unique permineralization of ammonites in an area near the Canadian Rockies.
* All classes continued their discussion of organic evolution, adding in Natural Selection and contributions from Charles Darwin. The concepts related to artificial selection were also discussed.
Charles_Darwin.asf
Assignments 2-3-12
* View the Brain Pop video titled Natural Selection. I suggest you take the quiz and repeat viewing any sections that you did not get the answer right.
In Class Today 2-2-12
* Students worked on an assessment/cross word puzzle about the Earth Stories iPad activity.
Assignments 2-2-12
* There are no new assignments today. See previous listing for other assignments.
In Class Today 2-1-12
* Students were given back their Earth Stories packet from the iPad activity. Responses and related topics were discussed. Some typographical errors were also corrected. Especially Period 4, because of your shorted time due to the SHS assembly, please note that on the Geologic Column the most recent period is misspelled. It should read Quaternary.
Assignments 2-1-12
* Tomorrow, Thursday, is the Earth Stories assessment. Remember it is open packet, but because it is a cross word puzzle, the clues do not go in order. You need to review the material.
* R.H.O. the remaining pages of Chapter 6/Section 1, for Friday, February 3rd.
In Class Today 1-31-12
* Students took a test on the topic of fossils, including their creation and the information one can determine from them.
* All class began their discussion of organic evolution, from Chapter 6/Section 1. Our discussion of this concept and others in the section, will continue in the days to come.
Assignments 1-31-12
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 1-30-12
* Students received back their Bill Nye Dinosaur Video worksheet and responses were reviewed, discussed, and hopefully the students' understanding enhanced.
* Students turned in their Earth Stories iPad Activity packet. These will be returned by Wednesday and student identified difficult responses discussed.
Assignments 1-30-12
* Reminder to prepare for the Fossil test-Tuesday.
* There will be an assessment on Earth Stories on Thursday, open note.
In Class Today 1-27-12
* Students had nearly the entire class to continue to work on the iPad activity.
Assignments 1-27-12 (Somehow this was deleted.)
* R.H.O. Chapter 6/Section 1, pages 156-158, for Tuesday.
* Reminder to prepare for the Fossil test for Tuesday.
In Class Today 1-26-12
* Students received back their Fossil video worksheet that has already been reviewed in class.
* The majority of class was spent on an iPad activity called Earth Stories. There are 2 main sections; videos, geologic column, and fossil gallery. Students spent most of their time viewing the videos and completing a corresponding packet. All classes will be working with this app on Friday as well.
Assignments 1-26-12
* Reminder for students to watch the Brain Pop videos that were recommended.
* The Fossil test has been moved to next Tuesday instead of Monday.
In Class Today 1-25-12
* For nearly the entire class period student watched a Bill Nye video on dinosaurs. Some fossil creation and fossil evidence was described along with theories of what happened to cause the dinosaurs to become extinct. Students completed a video worksheet with this video.
Assignments 1-25-12
* It is highly recommended for students to review fossils by watching the Brain Pop video titled "Fossils".
* It is also highly recommended for students to watch the Brain Pop video titled Geologic Time as preparation for the iPad activity starting on Thursday.
****I forgot to tell class periods 4, 5, & 6>>>> For all classes: Please bring iPod-type ear buds to class on Thursday and Friday. The iPad activity has video to watch and listen to and we can't have 20 iPads sending out different audio all at the same time.
* Reminder that the Fossil test is Monday. No note card.
In Class Today 1-24-12
* All classes had a chance to challenge their knowledge of fossil preps two ways.
>> First, students viewed some pictures and suggested what type of fossil/fossil prep it was.
>> Second, students tried to sequence the steps to create specific fossil types.
* Using the outline for pages 154-155, that was due today, students identified the most significant points from the reading. Particular attention was paid to the Geologic Time Scale.
* Students received a handout that reviews the Creation of Fossils.
Creation of Fossils-Handout.pdf
Assignments 1-24-12
* There are no new assignments.
* Students should be reviewing material as there is a test on fossils this coming Monday.
In Class Today 1-23-12
* Students were shown, what I hope proves to be inspirational, a news report about a California high school student who has worked out a system that may prove to be a cure for cancer.
* All classes finished their discussion of the different methods of fossil formation.
* Most classes were able to view fossils from Dr. B.'s personal collection.
Assignments 1-23-12
* R.H.O. pages 154 and 155 of Chapter 6/Section 1. Pay particular attention to the Geologic Time Scale.
Geo Time Chapter 6.pdf
In Class Today 1-20-12
* All classes began a discussion of how the 4 different types of fossil formation happen.
Assignments 1-20-12
* Reminder that the outline for Chapter 5/Section 1, Fossils, is due Monday, January 23.
In Class Today 1-19-12
* Students received back their Bill Nye Fossil video worksheet. Responses were reviewed and students enhanced their own answers with additional information. Some new vocabulary terms, such as permineralization, petrification, and stratigraphy were tied into the video information.
Assignments 1-19-12
* No new assignments. See previous listings for due dates.
In Class Today 1-18-12
* Students received back the Chemistry In The Bag lab packet and their Chemistry Binder Cover.
* Students put the final touches and arrangements for their Chemistry Unit Binder order.
* The remaining class time was spent completing the Bill Nye video on fossils. Anyone who has missed a portion of the video can view it in the library. Video worksheets are available from Mrs. Bazata.
Assignments 1-18-12
* R. H. Chapter 5/Section 1 (Fossil) for Friday, January 20th. Complete the outline for Monday, January 23rd.
Chap 5-Sec 1 Fossil Reading packet.pdf
In Class Today 1-17-12
* Students received back their final Chem mini test. All responses were reviewed.
* We started our next unit today, Geologic Time. The first activity was watching a video on fossils. Only half the video was done today and will be completed tomorrow.
Assignments 1-17-12
* A reminder that the Chemistry Unit Binder Order and Geologic Time Unit Anticipation sheet are both due tomorrow. We will have short amount of time, at the beginning of class, to put the items in the binder. Students should already have the items in their proper order.
In Class Today 1-13-12
* Class periods 8 & 9 were able to do what periods 4, 5, & 6 did on Thursday. There was no new information.
* If students, when it was offered to only Read and Highlight, the information for that section MUST be included in the appropriate outline.
Assignments 1-13-12
* As stated on Thursday, the binder order for Chemistry and the Geologic Time Unit Anticipation are due on Wednesday, January 18th.
In Class Today 1-12-12
* Periods 8 & 9 did not have class today due to SHS placements. They will do what the other classes did today during their class on Friday.
* In Periods 4, 5, & 6 end of the unit materials items were handed out. There was an error on the rubric. The corrected version is provided below.
Chemistry Binder Order Rubric-1112.pdf
Chem Binder Order Sample-1112.pdf
* A packet of information on the uses of the different elements was handed out. Students are to put this in the binder for #27, as if might prove to useful reference material.
Uses of Elements Reference.pdf
* Students received back their in-class puzzle activity from last Friday. The answers are below.
Chem Bonding Puzzle-1112.pdf
Assignments 1-12-12
* The binder order and Botany Unit Anticipation sheet are both due Wednesday, January 18th.
In Class Today 1-11-12
* Students took the last of Chem mini tests.
* After the test all classes went into the lab part of the classroom. A few students, and they were few and far between, participated in the Let There Be Light lab. The rest failed to read through the lab, measure out the liquids according to the materials list, and therefore did not produce the proper reaction. They, thus, did not do the lab. So, great you all brought the lab sheet. Not great, that you didn't either read it or follow it.
Assignments 1-11-12
* Students in class periods 4, 5, & 6 should bring all of their Chem materials to class on Thursday and Friday.
* Students in class period 8 & 9 should bring all of their Chem materials on Friday as I won't see them on Thursday due to SHS testing.
In Class Today 1-10-12
* It was Thermodynamics Lab day! Amazingly everyone remember their lab packets (see I told you you could do it)! Though I am not sure how many students read through the procedures. Most groups got to the part of using the phenol red. If there is time in the future we can try to complete the rest, but I can guarantee it.
Assignments 1-10-12
* Wednesday is Let There be Light lab day. Be sure to read through this lab procedure.
* Before the lab, students will take their last Chem mini test. It will cover balancing equations, the 4 types of reactions, and the material covering thermodynamics and rates of reactions. It is mainly multiple choice with some writing with the balancing equations.
In Class Today 1-9-12
* Students who completed the additional Balancing Equations problems on time, received back their work.
* Any very late Family Traits labs were also returned to students.
* Students received the lab packets for the Chemistry In The Bag lab and the Let There Be Light lab. Students MUST read these ahead of the lab day and come in prepared to go. The Chemistry In The Bag will be done on Tuesday and the Let There Be Light on Wednesday. Anyone in class today, who does not come in with their copy of the lab on the lab day, will not be participating. So don't lose yours.
Chemistry in the Bag#3-11-12.pdf
* Students also received a set of notes on Rates of Reactions, highlighting 5 variables that can effect the rate of a reaction.
Rates of Reaction.pdf
* The majority of class was spent discussing energy, endo/exo/iso thermic reactions, and all other related information covered in Chapter 2/Section 4.
Assignments 1-9-12
* For Tuesday, read through the Chemistry In The Bag lab.
> Dress accordingly to lab day requirements.
* Reminder that on Wednesday there is a mini test covering Balancing Equations, Types of Reactions, and Thermodynamics (what we covered today).
In Class Today 1-6-12
(Dr. B. was absent today.)
* On Thursday, Dr. B. had listed on the agenda that students needed to brings all of their outlines and class notes to class. Lately, students have not been coming to class with all of the necessary materials. With these outlines and notes students worked on a crossword puzzle covering concepts in Chapters 1 and 2 (not included the last outline assigned). Only students who add done the Chapter 2/Section 3 outline on time were allowed to work with a partner on the puzzle.
> Dr. B. scored the puzzle (her daughter picked up the papers) and scores were posted by Saturday night. Wow, a lot of students were very unprepared. Daily review of material is required!
Assignments 1-6-12
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 1-5-12
* All classes have now gone over the Chemical Bonding mini test. (This one was multiple choice.) [One class needed to today.]
* All classes received back their Counting Atoms & Bonding mini test. All answers were reviewed. (This one was written.)
* Nearly all classes received back their Family Traits lab. Responses were reviewed. The delay in returning this was in the number of students who did not turn it in even with a December 1st due date.
* Based on a number of students using radioactivity as a term on their Chemistry Binder Cover, and using it incorrectly, plus radioactivity's use in determining the age of fossil (in our next unit), all classes viewed the Brain Pop video titled Radioactivity. Additional discussion occurred in all classes. * Most classes also viewed the Brain Pop video Heat. The concept of heat and thermodynamics is in our current reading assignment. If your class did not watch it please view it online at BrainPop.com.
* Those students who needed to do additional balancing equations problems should have turned in that assignment.
Assignments 1-5-12
* Students should bring all outlines to class on Friday for an in-class activity.
* Reminder that the R.H.O. for Chapter 2/Section 4 is due Friday.
* The next (last) mini test will be next week on Wednesday.
In Class Today 1-4-12
* The student outlines covering the 4 Types of Reactions was reviewed with each student by Dr. B.. Most students did not include examples of the reactions, from the reading, in their outlines and they should have. It was very disappointing how many students did not do the assignments.
* The remaining questions, not previously reviewed from the 4 Types of Reactions packet, were discussed. For any response that was not the desired one, students identified what type of reaction was shown.
* Nearly all classes received back the Chemical Bonding mini test, from the Monday before break. All responses were discussed.
Assignments 1-4-12
* R.H.O. Chapter 2/Section 4, due Friday, January 6th.
* Reminder that the additional balancing equation assignment is due Thursday, January 5th.
In Class Today 1-3-12
* We welcomed in the new calendar year by continuing with our Chemistry topics of the academic year - reactions.
* Students received back their Balancing Equations worksheet turned in the last Friday. All of the responses were reviewed. Dr. B. was disappointed by the number of students who did not originally follow the pattern in balancing equations., as well as the number of students who did not do the original assignment at all. Consequently, any student receiving a score of 3 out of 5 or less, is assigned problems 1 through 20, odd numbered problems. All work must be shown and this assignment is due Thursday.
* Class discussions then went to the 4 Types of Reactions homework. Synthesis and Decomposition reactions were reviewed.
Assignments 1-3-12
* As described above, students who need to do additional balancing equation problems, the assignment is due Thursday.
* A number of students still have not turned in the Family Traits. This MUST be in to Dr. B. by Thursday, before school, to obtain any credit.
In Class Today 12-16-11
(Dr. Brontman wishes all of her students a wonderful winter break. Whatever your holidays involve, I hope you spend them with family and friends. See you in 2012!!!)
* Students turned in the Balancing Equations homework and Chemistry Unit Binder Cover project.
* Students took the second of the mini tests. This one, a written one, on Counting Atoms and Demonstrating Ionic and Covalent Bonds.
* Any remaining time, after the mini test, was spent on starting the assignment over break. See the listing below.
Assignments 12-16-11
* R.H.O. Chapter 2/Section 3. This is on the 4 different types of reactions. Due 1/3/12.
* Complete the packet given in class today on the 4 different types of reactions. Note, that replacement reactions are the same as displacement reactions. Different authors call them different names. Due 1/3/12.
Types of Reactions Packet-1011.pdf
In Class Today 12-15-11
* All students had their Counting Atoms worksheet returned. This assignment was already discussed, corrected, and scored in class.
* The rest of class time was devoted to the topic of Balancing Chemical Equations. This topic was part of the reading/outline due yesterday. Students were told how to do each step in the process and several examples were done together.
Assignment 12-15-11
* Do the even number problems on the Balancing Equations worksheet. This is due Friday.
Balancing Eq WS-10.pdf
In Class Today 12-14-11
* Sadly, Dr. B. had to be away from her students today. During class students were given a work day to continue working on their Chem Binder Cover and/or the assignment that was due today (but wasn't yet completed).
Assignments 12-14-11
* Reminder that the binder cover for Chemistry is due Friday.
* The mini test covering Counting Atoms and Bonding will be pushed to Friday instead of Thursday, due to Dr. B.'s absence.
In Class Today 12-13-11
(Dr. B. was at a meeting all day.)
* Mrs. Stolberg was in class to guide the students through creating their binder covers for Chemistry. Please verify the requirements for the term(s) you pick. I have a pdf of what Mrs. Stolberg showed you. This will be due Friday, December 16th.
Vocab for Binder Cover-Modified-1112.pdfChemistry Binder Cover Rubric-1112.pdf
Assignments 12-13-11
* Again, the binder cover will be due Friday.
* Dr. B will sadly be out of school Wednesday due to a family situation. Students will be able to work on their binder covers and/or the reading assignment of Chapter 2/Section 2.
>> Because of this absence, the mini test scheduled for Thursday will be moved to Friday. It will be very short!!
In Class Today 12-12-11
* All classes continued with bonding and polarity for the bonding was introduced. Remember the paper clip test!
* Students took a mini test on our topics since the mid unit test.
Assignments 12-12-11
* R.H.O. Chapter 2/Section 2 for Wednesday, 12/14. The last portion of this section covers balancing chemical equations and that will be our topic for Wednesday.
* Make sure you bring your 2 study guides to class on Tuesday as Mrs. Stolberg will cover the vocabulary terms with regard to what you can use and what you can't!
* Thursday will be another mini test. This will cover counting atoms and bonding. It will be all written.
* Anyone leaving early during this week for winter vacation MUST see Dr. B. to get the assignments for over break.
In Class Today 12-9-11
* In all classes we went over the 3 combinations of atoms that were assigned last night.
* All classes started doing samples of covalent bonding. The 2 situations that were shown were C with H (later one hydrogen was replaced with a halogen) and 2 oxygens atoms.
Assignments 12-9-11
* To continue practicing ionic bonding it is suggested that students try to show the bonding between an alkali metal and nitrogen, an alkaline earth metal and nitrogen, and an element from boron's family and nitrogen. That would pretty much take care of the ionic bonding options.
* To practice covalent bonding students should try 2 nitrogen atoms, then advance to the bonding in water, and carbon with 2 oxygens. If someone is feeling really adventurous try carbon with 2 hydrogens with 1 oxygen.
* R.H. Chapter 2/Section 1. This is a new reading packet. If you want to outline that would be terrific but not assigned.
Holt Chp 2-Section 1>4.pdf
* Reminder that there is a 9 question mini test on Monday. See earlier listing for more info. Doing the reading that is assigned would be a good review!!!
In Class Today 12-8-11
* The Counting Atoms worksheet was scored in class, with each situation discussed.
* The remaining time was spent discussing bonding.
>> The Chemical Bonding handout was reviewed with the differences between ionic and covalent bonding.
>> Three different examples were discussed having ionic bonds. The options we worked on were Li with F, then Mg with Cl, finally Ga with Br.
Assignments 12-8-11
* For homework try to show the bonding for Na with S, then Ca with S, and finally (this one is tough) Al with O.
In Class Today 12-7-11
* Students received back their Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures quiz. Each of the answers was discussed as to why it fit into its particular category.
* The counting atoms Power Point, started with Mrs. Stolberg, was completed. Students were given a homework assignment on this concept.
Assignments 12-7-11
* The Counting Atoms Worksheet is due Thursday. Anyone in the play and missing class must turn in the worksheet before school. After school a set of class notes will be provided.
Counting Atoms WS.pdf
* As discussed in class, there will be a short (no more than 9 questions) mini test on Monday, December 12th. It will cover the Bill Nye Chemical Reactions video worksheet, elements/ molecules/ compounds/ mixtures, a little on counting atoms, and basic concepts dealing with basic reactions and bonding. No note card will be allowed.
In Class Today 12-6-11
(Thanks for your good wishes.)
* All classes received a copy of the Study Guide covering the second portion of the Chem unit. As always, I recommend that you review concepts and vocab as we present them in reading assignments and in-class discussions.
CHEMICAL BOND and RXN STUDY GUIDE 1112.pdf
* The Chem Mid Unit test was discussed, with particular attention given to concepts that relate directly to our current topics of bonding and ions.
Assignments 12-6-11
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 12-5-11
(Dr. B. was still absent, but should return on Tuesday.)
* For any classes that didn't finish the presentation on bonding, during today's class it was completed.
* Classes watched a Brain Pop video on Ions to further enhance their information about bonding.
* Classes were shown how to count atoms, whether it was for atoms, molecules, or compounds. Students were shown how to use subscripts, coefficients, and parentheses when counting the atoms. Counting atoms is important when dealing Conservation of Matter.
Assignments 12-5-11
* A counting atoms worksheet was either completed in class or given as homework. (This was not done as classes didn't get far enough.)
* Remember to finish the outline on Chapter 1/Sections 2 & 3.
In Class Today 12-2-11
(Dr. B. was absent.)
* Classes watched a Brain Pop video on bonding.
* Classes were presented with a Power Point covering bonding and how to figure it out. Students should remember to consider the valence electrons and use Lewis Dot Diagrams. Some classes didn't finish all the way and will do so on Monday.
Assignments 12-2-11
* R.H.O. Chapter 1/Sections 2 & 3, for Tuesday, December 6th.
In Class Today 12-1-11
* Students took a very short quiz on Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures.
* Students received back their Scientific Method Binder Cover and common traits, both good and areas for improvement, were discussed.
* Students received back their Bill Nye Chemical Reactions video worksheet. The responses were discussed and enhanced.
Assignments 12-1-11
* R.H.O. Chapter 1/Section 1 (from a new Holt textbook), for Friday. It is relatively short and some of it is review. Review material that you are quite confident on does not need to be outlined. But, it never hurts to have good information twice.
Holt-Chp 1-Sec 1, 2, & 3-Interactions of Matter-10.pdf
In Class Today 11-30-11
* All classes completed their discussion of compounds and mixtures. Students seemd very confident that they could tell the difference between an element, a compound, and a mixture.
* Below is a flowchart, from Dr. B.'s Power Point, that some students might want to put into their outlines.
Flowchart for Deciding the Type of Matter-1112.pdf
Assignments 11-30-11
* There are no new assignments.
* There is a quiz on elements, compounds, and mixtures, just like what we did at the end of the Power Point.
* A reminder to those students who are doing the Family Traits lab by viewing it online, the lab packet is due Thursday morning by 7:30 am.
In Class Today 11-29-11
* For the students who need to watch the lab video, I have new versions of the video, now using iTunes. The tech department feels confident that these will play more easily. Click the file name and select them from the downloads. All classes had the first 3 video shown today in class and most students have their observation charts finished.
Family Traits Lab Setting Up The Observation Chart.m4v
Family Traits Lab Clarity Terms.m4v
Family Traits Lab Demonstration.m4v
* Students who did the lab in class completed the write up.
* All classes starting discussing mixtures and compounds. This will continue on Wednesday.
Assignments 11-29-11
* Students should have completed the outline on Holt Chapter 3/Sections 2 & 3 by Wednesday.
* There is a possibility of a short quiz covering elements, compounds, and mixtures.
In Class Today 11-28-11
* Today we had split classes. Some students were working on a Family Traits Lab and others were working on test corrections.
* For students doing the lab in class, your group will complete the questions on Tuesday.
* For students working on the test corrections, below is a copy of the directions. Please note that Building Atom packet from the Atom Board was laft off of the source list by mistake. The updated version of the directions, listed below, has that source added.
>>Students may work before school, after school, and during study halls. The tests may not leave the school. Final corrections are due by 3:45 Wednesday, 11/30/11.
ATOMIC STRUCTURE EXAM REMEDIATION DIRECTIONS-Brontman-1112.pdf
>> Below you will find the corrected version of the Family Traits lab packet.
Family Traits Lab-1112.pdf
>> The video of the lab will follow. Students doing to video version of the lab have a due date of Thursday, 12/1, by 7:30 am, to turn in their lab write-up. There are 4 different video segments to watch. You will start with Setting Up the Observation Chart/Table, followed by Defining Clarity, followed by Color vs. Clarity, and ending with the lab demonstration. Total amount of time is about 16 minutes. Some students are having mixed results on viewing the videos. I am working with our Tech Department to evaluate this.
Family Traits Lab Observation Chart.MP4
Family Traits Lab-Defining Clarity-11113.MP4The number extension isn't right but the video is fine.
Family Traits Lab-Color vs. Clarity-11113.MP4
Family Traits Lab demonstration-1112.MP4
>>Trying a different format to see if this works better.
Family Traits Lab-Color vs. Clarity-1112.mov
Assignments 11-28-11
* R.H.O. Holt Chapter 3/Sections 2 & 3. I know the file only says Section 1, but 2 and 3 are there.
Holt Chp 3-Sec 1- 1112.pdf
>> There will most likely be a quiz on this material on Wednesday.
In Class Today 11-18-11
* Students watched a Bill Nye video covering Chemical Reactions. There were lots of explosions. A video worksheet went along with the video.
Assignments 11-18-11
* There are no new assignments for over break. Just a reminder that if students want to get a jump start on the first assignment after break, they can read and highlight Holt Chapter 3/Sections 2 and 3. After break this will be assigned along with the outlining of the information.
In Class Today 11-17-11
* Students took a Chemistry mid-unit test.
Assignments 11-17-11
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 11-16-11
* Students had a chance to work with their groups from Tuesday, to complete the question portion of the Periodic Table Puzzle. Any student who was not here today will have a chance, when they return to school, to complete the same portion. Thus, students who were absent today will not receive the points associated with the work done in their absence.
* The majority of the time was an open-ended question and answer session for the mid-unit test tomorrow.
Assignment 11-16-11
* Make sure that you bring a pencil to class for the test on Thursday.
* For those who have nothing to do over break and/or want a head start on the next assignment, R.H. Holt Chp 3/Sec 2 & 3. Students already have the packet. It was given out on 11/2.
In Class Today 11-15-11
* Students worked in groups on a Periodic Table Puzzle. Most groups finished nearly all of the parts. Some additional time will be given at the start of Wednesday's class to work on the questions.
Assignments 11-15-11
* There are no new assignments.
* Reminder for Band students from 4th and 5th Periods, I will be online from 7:30 to 8:30 tonight.
In Class Today 11-14-11
* A lot of concepts were reviewed and a couple of new ones added. This was the last bit of new info before the test. New topic areas included Periodic Table Trends (see pdf below) and additional ways to look at ions and their charges. This last section has been done earlier in the unit with the atom board packets (side #3 at the bottom of the page). Below are practice problems, in the Learning Check pdf, for the concepts dealing with ions. I encourage students to try these.
Periodic Table Trends.pdf
* The test is this Thursday, November 17th.
>> Students will be allowed a 3" X 5" note card, both sides, with any information they wish.
>> Students will be provided with a Periodic Table, very similar the one they have with the average atomic masses, to look at during the test but not write on.
>> Students in chorus, who will be missing class on Thursday, will be able to take the test after school in Dr. B.'s room, with Dr. B. present.
>> Other students who know they will be missing Thursday's test time need to speak to Dr. B. to arrange for an different testing time.
* This Wednesday is an in-class review day. Students may ask any questions they wish about the unit's material to date.
>>> For students missing Wednesday's class because of the Band Rehearsal at SHS, Dr. B. will be online Tuesday evening from 7:30 to 8:30. Students need to go to the Brontman Conference on First Class and go to the Discussion icon. There you will find that you can send an email to the conference. Your question MUST be written in the subject line. I will respond to student questions from band students who will be missing my 4th or 5th period classes ONLY. Others on the team are welcome to view the information exchange but you should save your questions for class on Wednesday.
Homework 11-14-11
* There are no new homework assignments.
In Class Today 11-10-11
* It was a very class time today because of the half day schedule.
* Our discussion centered on the last section of the Glencoe Chapter 1 reading, Dot Diagrams. As I mentioned, you will often see these diagrams referred to as Lewis Dot Diagrams, after Gilbert Lewis who first desgined them.
Electron Dot Diagram Instructions.pdf
* It is highly recommended that students create sort of Chem flash cards. Take a standard 3 X 5 note card, cut it in half making 2 sections 3 X 2.5 each.
> Next create electron configurations, for the first 20 elements, on note cards. Include the element’s symbol, in one of the upper corners, put the number of protons in the center as the nucleus, draw rings around the nucleus for the shells, and put the electrons in their appropriate shells.
> On the back side of the card, create a Dot Diagram for the same element.
> These will be excellent review tools.
* SHS Math students should check their First Class email for a copy of the notes. One of your math classmates was suppose to tell you of this!!
Assignments 11-10-11
* There are no new assignments. Students should be reviewing material from the Study Guide. Plan on this Mid-Unit test Thursday. Students are the chorus rehearsal will have to make other arrangements, most likely after school.
* Assignments due Monday are listed in yesterday's section.
In Class Today 11-9-11
* The majority of the class time was spent on electron shells, their location, the number of electrons they can hold, and how the electrons move. Students are only responsible for being able to create electron filling diagrams for the first 20 elements. Remember when you create your filling diagrams to space the electrons are far away from each other as you can.
Assignments 11-9-11
* R.H.O. Holt Chapter 5/Section 1 for Monday, November 14th. For information that you read and highlight, but already have in another outline, you do not need to also have in this outline. If you want the info in two places, that's great, but not required.
* R.H. ONLY Holt Chapter 5/Section 2 for Monday, November 14th. Pay close attention to information about electrons that are characteristic of families.
Holt-Intro to Matter-Chp 5-Sec1&2.pdf
* Stevenson math students: I will send you a pdf of the material we cover in class on Thursday that you will miss because of our half day schedule. This will go to your First Class account.
In Class Today 11-8-11
* Students received the following items back: What Are Elements? packet, Atom Board packet, and Atomic Structure/Isotopes/Forces quiz. Also, period 5 students received their Scientific Method Unit Binder Order rubric. Common errors were reviewed.
* Students were informed about an opportunity to take a make up quiz on the same topics as above. This quiz will also be worth 7 points, as was the previous one. Students have some requirements to complete in order to be allowed to take the make up.
>> Make up quiz pre-entrance ticket: Students must write out corrected answers from their quiz, showing all work, being specific about what any numbers mean, and identifying where they got this information. Information sources include the section reading, the atom board packet sections, flipbook, or class notes. Specifics from each of these is required. These corrected answers must be stapled to the back of your original quiz. These requirements were further discussed in class.
>> The pre-entrance ticket MUST be to Dr. B. by 7:35 Wednesday morning. Dr. B. will review the thoroughness of the work and notify students as to their acceptance into the make quiz.
>> The make up quiz is after school on Wednesday. It is all written!
* All classes used the rest of the class period to review isotopes and ions using the atom boards and some challenge problems. Every student was provided with their own questions to answer, related to the atom their group created.
Assignments 11-8-11
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 11-7-11
* The "What Are Elements?" was reviewed and turned in. Most students indicated that it was pretty easy and they would like me to score it for points.
* Using the students' Periodic Tables and their outline of the last section assigned, called Elements, we discussed the construction of the Periodic Table. Special emphasis was placed on identifying metal, nonmetals, and metalloids. In addition, students were introduced to Families and Rows, plus family names and characteristics.
* Most classes received bakc the Scientific Method bunit binder rubric. Sorry Period 5, I forgot. You will get yours on Tuesday.
* Classes were given the next reading packet.
Assignments 11-7-11
* R.H.O. Glencoe Chp 1/Sec 1, pages 8-11, 14, & 15. This publisher does a better job than Holt in explaining energy levels. Remember to consider the info from Bohr as you read this section.
Glencoe-Chem-Chp1-Sec1.pdf
* The test covering the first half of the unit is planned to occur BEFORE Thanksgiving Break. So start working through the study guide.
In Class Today 11-4-11
* Students took a quiz covering material in Chp 4/Sec 2.
* Students completed and/or turned in the atom board packet.
* Students heard one of my favorit songs about the Elements. It will take me a while before I get it out of my head!
* Students were given a homework assignment about the elements and the origins of their names. This is due Monday, November 7th.
* Word of caution: I know some of you like to work ahead, but please don't read the sections on compounds and mixtures yet. We have quite a bit of work to do first with the elements and the Periodic Table.
Assignments 11-4-11
* As mentioned above, the What Are Elements? packet is due Monday, November 7th.
In Class Today 11-3-11
* Considering that a large percentage of our students were attending the play at SHS, and missing periods 2 through 7, students had a work day for the R.H.O. of Chp 3/Sec 1. This packet was given out yesterday. The outline is due Friday.
* Students in period 9 received back their outline of Chp 4/Sec 2.
Assignments 11-3-11
* As described earlier, the new outline is due Friday.
* There will be a short quiz covering Chp 4/Sec 2 and the work done on the atom boards. It will NOT be open outline or open notes.
In Class Today 11-2-11
* Students in class periods 4, 5, 6, & 8 received back the outlines on Chp 4/Sec 2, with comments. To see what the proficiency rating of between 1 and 4 means, please see Power Schools comment section for that assignment.
* All students received back the History crossword puzzle quiz. All responses were reviewed. Many students realized that even though it was open outline, studying was required.
* All classes continued to work with atoms boards to complete the packet. Most groups have finished.
* During the last 12 minutes students reviewed concepts of atomic number, atomic mass, isotopes, and how the average atomic mass is determined. All of these concepts were in the recent reading section and should be in the outlines just handed back.
Assignments 11-2-11
* Because of the SHS play and many students from several classes attending, Thursday will be a work day for students in class, for the new packet - R.H.O. Chp 3/Sec 1. For students not in class you should start on the assignment now. For both the outline is due Friday.
Holt Chp 3-Sec 1- 1112.pdf
* There will be a short quiz on Friday covering the material in Chp 4/Sec 2, our class notes on those topics, and concepts in the atom board packet.
In Class Today 11-1-11
* All students received back the Atomic Structure packet that was reviewed in class yesterday.
* Class periods 8 & 9 received back their History video worksheet, and the responses from the final 3 questions that were viewed yesterday, were discussed.
* All remaining class time was spent using the atom boards and a packet of questions and situations. Classes will continue to work on this packet Wednesday.
Assignments 11-1-11
* There are no new assignments.
In Class Today 10-31-11
* The students received back the following items; their Chem History video worksheet and their Chp 4/Sec 1 outlines. The video responses were discussed. Periods 8 and 9 completed watching the last 2 minutes of the video.
* Students turned in their outline for Chp 4/Sec 2. A shout out goes to Period 5 students. Everyone in that class turned in the outlining assignment!!!
>> The number on the outline is a proficiency rating not a grade,a nd does not get figured into your overall quarter grade. Please check on Power School for complete details as to what each number means. I want to work with each student to get them to a proficiency of 4.
* The responses from the Atomic Structure packet were reviewed. Students seemed pretty confident on the basic components of the atom. You have all come a long way in a short amount of time.
* Students received their own Periodic Tables. An explanation was given for what goes into each box on the Periodic Table. More will be done with the tables.
Periodic Tables.pdf
* All classes moved to the back of the room where each of the black tables had an atom board and marbles representing the protons, neutrons, and electrons on it.
>> Students were able to construct, on the board, H-1, H-2, and some class periods even did He-3, and He-4.
Assignments 10-31-11
* There are no new assignments. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween!
In Class Today 10-28-11
* Thank you to all of my classes for being so respectful and cooperative with Mrs. Stolberg yesterday in my absence.
* All students received a copy of the study guide for the first portion of the unit.
Atomic Structure Study Guide-1112.pdf
* All classes completed the presentation and the flipbook covering the structure of the atom and the characteristics of the protons, neutrons, and electrons. Below students can find a copy of my flipbook to double check entries on theirs. It appears that in my flipbook with information, at the bottom of inside page a couple of spots got cut off. On the section with "If #p+ doesn't equal #e-".. the last line should say "and called an ion".
Atom Flipbook-1112.pdf
* At the end of class, students were given a packet (Atomic Structure) to practice the ideas, principles, and patterns we discussed today. For the 2 tables, assume the atom is neutral. There is no word bank given. The word bank in your notes!! This is due Monday, October 31st.
Atomic Structure Packet-1112.pdf
Assignments 10-28-11
* The packet described above is due Monday, October 31st.
* R.H.O. Chapter 4/Section 2. (Read, highlight, and outline-see last Friday's listing if you need a reminder of how to do this.) This is reinforcement of the concepts we did today with some additional information on isotopes and forces.Chem Intro-Holt Chp 4-Sec 1&2-1112.pdf
In Class Today 10-26-11
* Students received back their Scientific Method Unit test and responses were discussed.
* Remaining sections of the Chem History Power Point were presented to classes.
* Students took an open outline/notes quiz on Chem history.
Assignments 10-26-11
* There are no new assignments for Science, except to bring scissors to class on Thursday.
* Remember, in my absence on Thursday, be cooperative and respectful to Mrs. Stolberg!
In Class Today 10-25-11
* Students turned in their Scientific Method Binder Cover assignment.
* Class discussion centered on Chemistry history, both from the reading/outline and from the video notes.
Assignment 10-25-11
* There is an open outline quiz Wednesday covering the history of Chemistry. Only those students who had complete outlines on Monday (when the assignment was due) can, but are not required to, work with a partner. Students who were absent on Monday but completed the outline for Tuesday are also allowed to work with a partner. All others must work by themselves. Thus, I suggest you review your outlines.
In Class Today 10-24-11
* Students received back their Medicine Man Reflection sheet.
* Students outlines covering Chapter 4/Section 1 was checked in with Dr. B. and comments were made on format.
>>There was a whole class discussion of the format and organization of the material In Chapter 4/Section 1.
>> There are many students who still need to complete the assignment. There was an error in the creation of the pdf of the packet. Here is a new pdf.
Chem Intro-Holt Chp 4-Sec 1&2-1112.pdf
* Students watched a video on many of the individuals discussed in the reading and few new ones added.
Assignments 10-24-11
* There are no new assignments, but keep reviewing your outline.
* Reminder that the Scientific Method Binder cover is due Tuesday.
In Class Today 10-21-11
* Students received back their Hypothesis reinforcement assignment. Common errors were discussed.
* Students submitted their unit binder.
* The first reading packet of the year was handed out. Students were introduced to the Read, highlight and outline method (R.H.O.) for outlining scientific reading material. Read a portion at a time. Ask yourself a couple of questions; was there something in the reading that you didn't know before, or was a new concept introduced/explained, or was a vocab word defined, or some other important. For the answers to each of those highlight the part of the reading that contained the info. Continue on with reading followed by highlighting. After the entire assignment is read and highlighted create your outline. You do not have to go in the exact order of the book. Sometimes you need to bring pieces of info from different parts of the reading into a common outline part. You can use a traditional format or bullet noting. Above all remember to
use organization and indentions to show the organization. The first section was of the packet was assigned and is due Monday.
Chem Intro-Sec 1&2-1112.pdfThere is a problem with one of the pages appearing black. This can not be corrected now.
* Students were able to see their score from the recent Scientific Method unit test.
Assignments 10-21-11
* The RHO for Chapter 4/Section 1 is due Monday, October 24th.
* The Scientific Method binder cover is due Tuesday, October 25th.
In Class Today 10-20-11
* It was another "end of unit" work in class. Students were introduced to creating a binder cover illustration. Students are to use the top, left corner spot of the cover. After the components of the assignment were explained the students had in-class work time. This assignment is due Tuesday, October 25th.
Sci Meth Binder Cover-1112-2.pdf
Assignments 10-20-11
* As stated above the Scientific Method Binder cover is due Tuesday, October 25th.
In Class Today 10-19-11
* Most students received back their scored High Tech/Low Tech activity packet. Responses were reviewed.
* The majority of class was spent introducing the "end of unit" activities and giving students time to work on these.
>>The Scientific Method Binder Order rubric listed below has been corrected for the numbering error.
>> For the Chemistry Unit Anticipation sheet student need a minimum of 1 response for each section. The sheet, when completed, is to be put in the Chemistry section of your unit binder. That is after the Chem divider.
>> These "end of the unit" items are due Friday at the start of class.
Sci Meth Unit Binder Order Items-1112.pdf
SciMeth Reflection 1112.pdf
Assignments 10-19-11
* Students should brings colored pencils or markers (colored pencils preferred) to class on Thursday.
* As described above these assignments are due Friday.
* There are no new assignments.