Intro to Chemistry (ages 12-16) - $90 per student - available in either two sessions for 1.5 hours each or one class for 3 hours

Spark a lifelong love of science with our dynamic Intro to Chemistry course. Through hands-on experiments and creative activities, students will explore atoms, molecules, and the periodic table while uncovering the science behind physical and chemical changes. Designed to inspire curiosity and build foundational knowledge, this course brings chemistry to life with engaging labs and interactive lessons which covers numerous Utah science standards.

What will be covered:

  • A basic overview of the Periodic Table

  • Atoms & Molecules

  • Properties & Physical & Chemical Changes

  • Conservation of Mass

Activities & Labs offered:

  • Building models of molecules

  • Sketching models of atoms

  • Energy & Density

  • Stations of Chemical & Physical Changes

  • Practice writing & balancing equations

  • Assessment at the end of class with the option of having it be a take home and parents giving it later

Utah Science Standards covered*:

6th Grade: 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.2.3, 6.2.4

8th Grade: 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, 8.1.5, 8.1.6

High School Chemistry: CHEM 1.1, CHEM 1.5, CHEM 2.1, CHEM 3.3, CHEM 3.6

* Due to the condensed nature of the course, these standards are not fully taught.

What is included in the cost:

  • Travel expenses 

  • Lab materials

  • 30 minutes prior to schedule class time for set up

  • Paper material for lab write ups & clipboards

  • Answer key for parents if course is for a grade

What is needed:

  • Sink for cleanup & water for some labs

  • Table/counter space with room for the students to move and cleanup