Tales from the science classroom

and it was a wild summer. Usually, I end up bored to tears by the beginning of July. This year, not so much. Last time I posted, 15 days ago, I had completed the first modeling class and was on a break between classes. Well, I have now finished the second modeling class. We have sold the house and we have an offer in on a new one. I have one week off before I have to return to work, but I have lots to do in that week. I plan on working my butt off for a few days and then doing nothing for a few days. I need time to chill and relax and regroup before starting up again. Okay, moving on..... The modeling classes were amazing. Not only did I learn a fabulous way to teach chemistry, but I also learned a lot. I am hoping to take the next level of class next year to keep improving my chemistry skills. I need to spend some time planning my lessons. I have 90-minute classes and need to keep things moving with this. I also need to plan out my first couple of days to promote the idea of observi

From my last post: So, to recap, goals in order: Finish the license within the next 2 weeks Review the AP CED and new chemistry standards Get curriculum for all 3 courses set before school starts.  I can do this.  But I didn't. I ended up doing other things and none of this got done. Not the end of the world, but disappointing.  Since my last post, I have packed up 80% of the house, gotten the house listed for sale, looked at a number of houses for sale, took a 3 week chemistry modeling course, got sick as a dog and thought I was going to die, and somehow screwed up my knee last night.  So it's not like I've been sitting on my ass, I've been busy, just not planning.  The good news is that the chemistry modeling class I took was amazing. I learned a lot about chemistry and I have a whole new way to teach it. They also provide a full curriculum to follow so chemistry is set for next year.  The College Board has just sent my CED binders.