Mike Brown

Science Rocks!

• Welcome to Mr. Mike Brown's science page at Washington Union High School. I am the "senior" teacher of an excellent science staff and I am also the department chair. I teach mostly chemistry and physics but I have also taught earth science and environmental science. This year (2008/2009), our departent is offering two new classes: biochemistry (in the fall) and AP Chemistry (in the spring).

Recent Blog Posts

• End of Spring semester
  

  Reflections: 1. Seven students (out of 35) in my first block chemistry class did NOT have to take the final because their class grade was too high! This is a first for any class I have taught. Way to go!!!!...Kyle, Candy, ...read full article»

• Interactive Notebooks
  

  All students must bring a 70 page(minimum), single-subject notebook to class, formatted in the following manner: 1. Front cover: original, four-color drawing related to subject matter. 2. Pages numbered (odd-numbered pages on right, even-numbered on left) 3. Page 1: "Table of Contents" (two ...read full article»

• New Physics Student Quiz
  

  The rules and guidelines for physics labs are the same as for chemistry with the following additions: Lab safety: 1. When working with electricity in the lab, what is the most important safety consideration? 2. What is the danger of working with lasers? System ...read full article»

• Laboratory Safety Quiz
  

  You must pass this quiz with a 100% to be able to do any labs in room F-3. 1. Describe the location of the fire extinguisher in room F-3. 2. What is the best way to put out an alcohol fire? 3. What ...read full article»

• Mr. Brown’s Fall Schedule
  

  Chemistry Schedule, F2010 Physics schedule 2010 Mr. Brown teaches two chemistry classes and one physics class this semester (Fall 2010). Students should check this site regularly for important info regarding these classes. Block 1          Chemistry     8:00-9:30 AM Block 2          Chemistry     9:50-10:20 AM Block 3          Prep Block ...read full article»