2009 CB Approved Chemistry Summer Institute .doc

Maine Department of Education Advanced Placement* Chemistry Summer Institute

Hosted by, Maine Maritime Academy Castine, Maine July 13 – 17, 2009 Sponsored by the Maine Department of Education

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT - CHEMISTRY

JULY 13-17, 2009 – (Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, ME) This summer, Maine will host an AP Chemistry Summer Institute on the shores of Penobscot Bay in Castine. The institute will provide an intensive five-day program that will focus on the topic of acids and bases. We will take an in-depth look at acids and bases covering such topics as weak and strong acids and bases, mechanisms of action, titrations, end points, equivalent points, indicators, equilibrium, buffers, industrial uses, etc. A significant portion of the schedule will be devoted to laboratory experiments, formulating test questions, exam grading, and preparing students for the exams. We will examine the College Board’s access and equity initiatives and the supporting resources available to AP teachers. Perhaps most importantly, the institute will provide a forum for the exchange of our ideas, teaching practices, and serve as a springboard for the development of a network of collaborating AP Chemistry teachers across the region. Participants will earn 35 contact hours towards re-certification through Maine Maritime Academy. Come to Castine for a week of chemistry and collegiality against the backdrop of scenic Penobscot Bay.

COSTS:

Maine Teachers:

From a Low-Income Eligible School (40% or more low-income students) and teaching an Advanced Placement course in 2009-10 or 2010-11

( No Cost

From a NON-Eligible school.

( $550 Commuter

( $700 Boarder Out-of-State Teachers

( $650 Commuter

( $800 Boarder

Space is limited. Registration is on a first come basis. If you require additional information regarding this institute, please contact Nancy Lamontagne at 207-624-6822 or nancy.a.lamontagne@maine.gov

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 1, 2009 –Refunds will be permitted with written notice prior to July 1, 2009.

Please check all that apply: ( No Cost (Please provide a $200 deposit with a purchase order. This is to guarantee your attendance. The PO will only be charged for cancellations after July 1, 2009 and for no shows.)

Commuter

Boarder ( $550 - Commuter ( $700 - Boarder In-State

( $650 - Commuter ( $800 – Boarder Out-of-State

( Male

( Female Enclosed: ( Complete Payment ( Purchase Order (Please make checks payable to the Treasurer, State of Maine) - Please mail to: AP Teacher Summer Institutes, Attn: Nancy Lamontagne, Maine Department of Education, 23 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0023 Phone: 624-6822