The 2008-2009 school year has started. Welcome to Foundations of Physics and Chemistry.
Foundations of Chemistry and Physics is a two semester class at Grant for those that are not going directly into chemistry. Many students take chemistry the next year and this is recommended for college bound students. Others complete their science requirements by taking Forensics, Oceanography, or Astronomy.
We will spend the first semester on chemistry topics. Having taught chemistry classes in the past I know that this semester is a rigorous and thorough preparation for further chemistry. We will focus on themes of air, water, metals, reaction rates and the periodic table. The second semester will address the physics topics that I teach to juniors and seniors during the rest of the day, but it will be taught in a way that does not require the level of math or abstraction that I ask of the full-year students. Throughout the year, students will participate in weekly lab experiences to keep the curriculum real and hands-on.
Please see the link to class routines at the right or here to see how the class operates and how you can help your child be successful in class.
