Welcome to Chemistry Back to School Night

Mr. Mazzella Background Education 29th year in Education Manhattan College BE and ME East Stroudsburg University MEd 29th year in Education 19th Year at NHV District Several of roles Contact Information lmazzella@nhvweb.net 908-713-4199 extension 5432

Objectives Give students an appreciation of the natural world in which we live Prepare the students for their “next class” The Lens of Chemistry Communication through the lens of chemistry Critical Thinking and 21st Century Skills

Needs Scientific Calculator Binder and Notebook Writing Utensils Positive Attitude

Grades Types of Assignments Total Points Mirror Principle

Expectations Academic Behavioral Pay attention. Take notes. Participate in discussions and activities. Follow instructions – Written and Oral. Follow all safety rules. Complete assignments. Behavioral Be on time and ready to learn. Have respect for yourself, your classmates, your teacher, and your classroom. All safety rules apply

Course Outline Chemical Nomenclature and Formula Writing Stoichiometry Thermochemistry Periodicity and Bonding Electronic Structure and the Quantum Atom Chemical Reactions: Types, Rate and Equilibrium Gas Laws Topics in Chemistry: Nuclear, Intro to Organic