Ryan Garcia Physics & Chemistry 2012-2013

1. GOHS Science Ryan GarciaPhysics & Chemistry2012-2013

2. Welcome to Back to School Night • 17th year of teaching • Fifth at GOHS • 12 years at Santa Fe HS (Whittier) • BA Chemistry (Whittier College) • Physical Science Single-subject Credential • MA Education Administration

3. “Philosophy” of Education • “If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will get you there.” • Have a plan & make goals; let these direct every choice made • “Don’t play leap-frog with unicorns!” • Make choices that cause the least amount of grief; stay focused on destination • “DPG!” • This too, shall pass. Hang in there! (next play!)

4. What is…? Chemistry Physics The study of matter and energy Tells “why” things happen A concrete science; described mathematically The “Mother” of all sciences “Secrets of the universe!” • The study of matter and its interactions • Tells “how” things happen • An abstract science • “Practicalities of the universe!”

5. What We Learn!!! Physics Chemistry The atom Bonding Stoichiometry Gases Acid/Bases and Solutions Thermodynamics Rxn Rates & Equilibrium Organic & Bio Chem Nuclear Chem • Motion and Forces • Conservation of Energy and Momentum • Heat and Thermodynamics • Waves • Electricity and Magnetism • State Testing!

6. How to get information on this class from home… • (951) 294-6450 x 3503 • E-mail: rgarcia3@tvusd.k12.ca.us This is my preferred method of contact. • Garcia’s Website

7. How to get your student’s grade from home… • Check school website • Pinnacle

8. How to help your student to succeed in this class… • WEB PAGE: • Weekly calendar • Assignments • Power Points • Due Dates • Intervention!!!!: • Extra Help • Make up test, quizzes, assignments

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10. THANK YOU!