Week of 10/10/11 - 10/14/11

UNIT TEST - Wednesday, 10/12
This week we will finish our unit on atoms and the periodic table of elements.  We will review as a class on Monday & Tuesday, and students will finish their study guide for homework on those nights.  Ms. TenBrock will be available during lunch and after school on Monday and Tuesday for additional review.  The test is on Wednesday, 10/12 and will cover all state standards, objectives, and vocabulary listed on the objective list that students received at the beginning of the unit.  Let's work hard to reach our big goal!


HOMEWORK
Monday (10/10): Work on study guide!  Study for unit test!
Tuesday (10/11): Finish study guide!  Study for unit test!
Wednesday (10/12): TEST today! (Enrichment = extra credit)
Thursday (10/13): Atom Model Project due Tuesday, Nov. 1st
Friday (10/14): None


ATOM MODEL PROJECT
On Thursday, students will be assigned the Atom Model Project.  Students will receive a handout in class that includes all information for the project.  Here are a few key details and examples of the project:

• Due: Tuesday, November 1 (before 1st period)
• Part 1 (450 points)
• Work with a partner to create a 3D model of an atom
• Accurately include all protons, neutrons, and electrons
• Use materials from home (cotton balls, beads, foam balls, clay, wire, pipe cleaners, etc.)
• Ms. TenBrock has some supplies students may use
• Create a key to complement the model
• Part 2 (50 points) 
• This part is optional, but is required in order for students to receive an A on the project
• Independently (without their partner), students will research their element and create a PowerPoint/Keynote to turn in with their model
• Ms. TenBrock will be available to help with research and PowerPoint after school as needed