Kirtland's Kapsule: May 2011

Welcome

Welcome to 2nd semester. We have covered a lot of ground and have a lot more to do. I am very pleased with the progress the students made during first semester. I want you to know that all their hard work will serve them well this semester as we undertake the study of physical science.

Our first topic is chemistry. As always, it is important that they know their vocabulary words so they can learn the concepts as they are presented in class. Having an understanding of the vocabulary really gives them an advantage as they come to class and we discuss different topics. I would like for them to show understanding of the word instead of just being able to give me the book definition. It is also very important that students spend some time each evening studying their notes and vocabulary. They do not have to spend more than a few minutes -- whatever it takes for them to go over the material, but the consistency is important.

If you have any questions for me, you can reach me through the school email or I have given all my students my phone number. Do not hesitate to call me. If you do not reach me, just leave a message and I will return your call.

Kay Kirtland

Monday, May 9, 2011

SCIENCE NINE-WEEK TESTChapters E-3 E-4 and D-1

For all chapters, know all the vocabulary!

Go through the chapters and re-familiarize yourself with the diagrams and charts. You DO NOT have to memorize them. You just need to be reminded of the concepts they show. Study all your notes for each chapter. Go through the Chapter Reviews as good checks of your understanding.

I would suggest that you start tonight if you haven’t already.

Monday- Study Chapter D-1. This should be a study session like you are preparing for the test as if it were tomorrow. This is the most familiar material because we have just done this chapter but you have not been tested on it at all. Remember there is a vocabulary quiz on this chapter tomorrow.

Tuesday- Study Chapter E3.Vocabulary, notes, book.....write down anything you think you would like me to go over with you in class. Go through the chapter review to find out what things you need more work on.

Wednesday- Review Chapter E-3 then study Chapter E-4 following the steps above.

Thursday - Saturday- Just review one chapter per night. Spend time making sure you understand the concepts and the vocabulary. These do not have to be very long sessions if you have been studying all along. By now ith should be a matter of keeping the material fresh.

Sunday- You are almost there! And prepared!!! Review, relax and come to class tomorrow confident!!

REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR TEXTBOOK WITH YOU.