Chemistry Solutions

November 2026 | Classroom Commentary

A Culture of Safety: The Lessons Behind the Near-Misses

After a chemical engineering career steeped in lab safety, a chemistry teacher recounts the minor accidents of her early classroom years and how preparation prevented them from escalating. She offers advice so new teachers can build a safe lab from Day 1 and avoid learning the hard way.

September 2026 | Classroom Commentary

Extended Feature: The 2026 AP Chemistry Debrief

Seven AP Chemistry Readers share examples of mistakes and misconceptions observed in student responses during the 2026 AP Reading. They also offer suggestions for improving performance on the AP Chemistry exam.

May 2026 | Tech Tips

Computational Chemistry in the High School Classroom

Exploring a dynamic way to help students build their chemistry interest, confidence and understanding

In this article, the author describes his use of computational chemistry, highlighting benefits of using various methods when teaching high school chemistry. He suggests several options that can be easily implemented by teachers with minimal training.