Lab Experiment

It’s Easy Being Green: Budget-Friendly Safety-Conscious Chemistry Labs for the Secondary Science Classroom of Today

Middle/High School Physical Science and Chemistry Teachers, you are invited to join us, as the Department of Chemistry and Physics at Belmont University announces the 2nd annual half-day professional development workshop* this spring.

Explore the effects of density, solubility and intermolecular forces on mixtures, and learn how to apply separation techniques to isolate mixture components in Exploring the Effect of Density and Solubility on Mixtures and Separation Techniques.

Why Register?

• There is no registration fee.
• Apply for a chance to receive a small microgrant for curriculum items, lab materials, or professional development opportunities that focus on green chemistry topics and classroom applications.
• Perform green chemistry labs, with an emphasis on preparation, student safety and chemical disposal.
• Receive a printed copy of both instructor and student versions of the labs taught at the workshop – including background information, lab procedures and analysis questions.

Event and Registration Information

• The workshop will run from 9:15 AM to 12:30 PM Saturday, March 28, 2026.
• Light breakfast snacks will be available.
• Registration ends Monday, March 16, 2026.
• Register under Upcoming Events at https://sites.google.com/view/its-easy-being-green-pd/home

By the end of the session, you will have:

• Seen a variety of demonstrations relevant to teaching students aged 11–18
• Explored the benefits of microscale and how it can be used to enhance learning, while also promoting environmentally sustainable practices
• Considered ways to embed microscale in your own teaching practice.

There is a question and answer session; the event is being recorded.