IONIC & COVALENT BONDS
Students will be learning about ionic and covalent bonding this week in class. To reinforce ionic bonds, students will complete a project that illustrates the ionic bonding of the compound sodium chloride. The project includes a poster and an essay. All details for the project are explained on a handout given out on Tuesday. The assignment is due on Friday, Nov. 30 and will be worked on during class this Tuesday and Wednesday.
HOMEWORK
Monday (11/26): Review covalent bond notes
Tuesday (11/27): NaCl poster and essay due Friday; Quiz on Thursday
Wednesday (11/28): NaCl poster and essay due Friday; Study for quiz tomorrow!
Thursday (11/29): NaCl poster and essay due tomorrow! Workbook pg. 50-54 due Monday
Friday (11/30): Unit test next week Friday
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Week of 11/19/12 - 11/21/12
COMBINING ATOMS & MOLECULES
During class this week, students will be using a paper atom set they created to organize atoms on the periodic table based on their bonding abilities. Students will then use the placement of the atoms to create ionic compounds and diatomic molecules.
HOMEWORK
Monday (11/19): None
Tuesday (11/20): Finish ionic molecules - parts 1 & 2
Wednesday (11/21): Happy Thanksgiving!
During class this week, students will be using a paper atom set they created to organize atoms on the periodic table based on their bonding abilities. Students will then use the placement of the atoms to create ionic compounds and diatomic molecules.
HOMEWORK
Monday (11/19): None
Tuesday (11/20): Finish ionic molecules - parts 1 & 2
Wednesday (11/21): Happy Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Week of 11/13/12 - 11/16/12
CONGRATULATIONS!
We recently finished the unit on States of Matter. Below are the results of the unit test. Great work everyone!
CLASS BIG GOAL TEST AVERAGE
Astronomers 85% 89%
Chemists 85% 83%
Engineers 80% 86%
Inventors 85% 79%
Physicists 82% 83%
COMBINING ATOMS & MOLECULES
Our classes are starting a new unit called Combining Atoms & Molecules. Students will learn to identify and count elements in a compound, compare positive and negative ions, draw ionic and covalent bonds, and construct molecular models. Several labs and class activities will be included in this unit.
ATOM MODEL PROJECT
Just a reminder - all atom model projects are due this Wednesday, November 14th. Atom models must include a key for that element. All projects need to have the students' names and class already on it before it is turned in. Students may drop off the project in Mrs. Kenner's room before school on Wednesday. Projects may also be turned in after school on Tuesday. Students who are completing the PowerPoint portion of the project may either print it out and turn it in with the project grading sheet or email it to Mrs. Kenner by Wednesday evening.
HOMEWORK
Tuesday (11/13): Finish atom model, key, and PowerPoint!
Wednesday (11/14): Project due today! Review ion notes
We recently finished the unit on States of Matter. Below are the results of the unit test. Great work everyone!
CLASS BIG GOAL TEST AVERAGE
Astronomers 85% 89%
Chemists 85% 83%
Engineers 80% 86%
Inventors 85% 79%
Physicists 82% 83%
COMBINING ATOMS & MOLECULES
Our classes are starting a new unit called Combining Atoms & Molecules. Students will learn to identify and count elements in a compound, compare positive and negative ions, draw ionic and covalent bonds, and construct molecular models. Several labs and class activities will be included in this unit.
ATOM MODEL PROJECT
Just a reminder - all atom model projects are due this Wednesday, November 14th. Atom models must include a key for that element. All projects need to have the students' names and class already on it before it is turned in. Students may drop off the project in Mrs. Kenner's room before school on Wednesday. Projects may also be turned in after school on Tuesday. Students who are completing the PowerPoint portion of the project may either print it out and turn it in with the project grading sheet or email it to Mrs. Kenner by Wednesday evening.
HOMEWORK
Tuesday (11/13): Finish atom model, key, and PowerPoint!
Wednesday (11/14): Project due today! Review ion notes
Thursday (11/15): Review bond notes
Friday (11/16): Review bond notes
Friday (11/16): Review bond notes
Friday, November 2, 2012
Week of 11/5/12 - 11/9/12
HOMEWORK
Monday (11/5): Exit Ticket - 3 questions; Study for test tomorrow!
Tuesday (11/6): Enrichment (extra credit)
Wednesday (11/7): Finish coloring and cutting paper atom set
Thursday (11/8): Number of Atoms in a Formula WS
Friday (11/9): Atom Model Project (due Wed.)
* Computer Lab - Monday, Nov. 5 after school
Mrs. Kenner will be in the computer lab after school on Monday to assist students with their atom project. Students will be able to research their element and begin creating the PowerPoint/KeyNote portion of the project.
webelements.com
periodictable.com
chemicool.com
chem4kids.com
* Unit Test - States of Matter & Physical Changes - Tuesday, Nov. 6
(Can use two note sheets during test)
* Atom Model Project - due Wednesday, Nov. 14
(Atom Model, Atom Key, and PowerPoint printed or emailed)
Monday (11/5): Exit Ticket - 3 questions; Study for test tomorrow!
Tuesday (11/6): Enrichment (extra credit)
Wednesday (11/7): Finish coloring and cutting paper atom set
Thursday (11/8): Number of Atoms in a Formula WS
Friday (11/9): Atom Model Project (due Wed.)
* Computer Lab - Monday, Nov. 5 after school
Mrs. Kenner will be in the computer lab after school on Monday to assist students with their atom project. Students will be able to research their element and begin creating the PowerPoint/KeyNote portion of the project.
webelements.com
periodictable.com
chemicool.com
chem4kids.com
* Unit Test - States of Matter & Physical Changes - Tuesday, Nov. 6
(Can use two note sheets during test)
* Atom Model Project - due Wednesday, Nov. 14
(Atom Model, Atom Key, and PowerPoint printed or emailed)
Friday, October 26, 2012
Week of 10/29/12 - 11/2/12
STATES OF MATTER & PHYSICAL CHANGES
We are continuing our new unit this week on states of matter and physical changes. It is a short unit and will conclude with a unit test the following week.
HOMEWORK
Monday (10/29): Finish today's WS, Finish workbook pages 59-62 (from Friday)
Tuesday (10/30): Review class notes
Wednesday (10/31): Unit Test next week Tuesday, Nov. 6
Thursday (11/1): Chapter Review WS (front & back)
Friday (11/2): Finish Freeze Lab Report
CONGRATULATIONS!
We are continuing our new unit this week on states of matter and physical changes. It is a short unit and will conclude with a unit test the following week.
HOMEWORK
Monday (10/29): Finish today's WS, Finish workbook pages 59-62 (from Friday)
Tuesday (10/30): Review class notes
Wednesday (10/31): Unit Test next week Tuesday, Nov. 6
Thursday (11/1): Chapter Review WS (front & back)
Friday (11/2): Finish Freeze Lab Report
- Unit Test on Tuesday 11/6
- Atom Model Project due Wednesday 11/14
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to all students for their hard work during our unit on atoms and the periodic table of elements. Each class reached their big goal on the unit test last week! Great job - keep it up!
CLASS BIG GOAL TEST AVERAGE
Astronomers 85% 90%
Chemists 85% 87%
Engineers 80% 88%
Inventors 85% 86%
Physicists 82% 84%
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Week of 10/22/12 - 10/26/12
UNIT TEST - Tuesday, October 23
This week we will finish our unit on atoms and the periodic table of elements. We will review as a class on Monday, and students will need to finish their study guide for homework. Mrs. Kenner will be available during lunch and after school on Monday for additional review. The test is on Tuesday, 10/23 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 (10/22): Finish study guide! Study for unit test!
Tuesday (10/23): TEST today! (Enrichment = extra credit)
Wednesday (10/24): Atom Model Project (due Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Thursday (10/25): Retake test at lunch
Friday (10/26): Finish Workbook pg. 59-62
ATOM MODEL PROJECT
On Wednesday, 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:
This week we will finish our unit on atoms and the periodic table of elements. We will review as a class on Monday, and students will need to finish their study guide for homework. Mrs. Kenner will be available during lunch and after school on Monday for additional review. The test is on Tuesday, 10/23 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 (10/22): Finish study guide! Study for unit test!
Tuesday (10/23): TEST today! (Enrichment = extra credit)
Wednesday (10/24): Atom Model Project (due Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Thursday (10/25): Retake test at lunch
Friday (10/26): Finish Workbook pg. 59-62
ATOM MODEL PROJECT
On Wednesday, 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: Wednesday, November 14 (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.)
- Mrs. Kenner 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
- Mrs. Kenner will be available to help with research and PowerPoint after school as needed
Friday, October 12, 2012
Week of 10/15/12 - 10/19/12
HOMEWORK:
Monday (10/15): Quiz tomorrow! Periodic Table Poster due Wednesday (10/17)
Tuesday (10/16): Unit Test next Tuesday (10/23); Periodic Table Poster due tomorrow!
Wednesday (10/17): Retake quiz at lunch
Thursday (10/18): Study Guide
Friday (10/19): Study Guide
UNIT TEST
A unit test on atoms and the periodic table is scheduled for next Tuesday, October 23. Students are expected to begin studying on their own by reviewing their notes and classwork. We will review as a class on Thursday, and students will be given a study guide to complete in preparation for the test. Students may use the study guide during the test.
Monday (10/15): Quiz tomorrow! Periodic Table Poster due Wednesday (10/17)
Tuesday (10/16): Unit Test next Tuesday (10/23); Periodic Table Poster due tomorrow!
Wednesday (10/17): Retake quiz at lunch
Thursday (10/18): Study Guide
Friday (10/19): Study Guide
UNIT TEST
A unit test on atoms and the periodic table is scheduled for next Tuesday, October 23. Students are expected to begin studying on their own by reviewing their notes and classwork. We will review as a class on Thursday, and students will be given a study guide to complete in preparation for the test. Students may use the study guide during the test.
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