1. Welcome to Chemistry
Back to School Night

2. 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
extension 5432

3. 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

4. Needs Scientific Calculator Binder and Notebook Writing Utensils
Positive Attitude

5. Grades
Types of Assignments
Total Points
Mirror Principle

6. 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

7. 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