News & Updates
November 12, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help Teach Chemical Equations
In this news post, Kim Duncan, AACT's Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about lessons and other activities that could be used in a Chemical Equations unit.
October 30, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help Teach Chemical Names and Formulas
In this news post, Kim Duncan, AACT's Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about lessons and other activities that could be used in a Chemical Names and Formulas unit.
October 30, 2019
AACT Member Spotlight: Kristen Drury
Every month AACT will spotlight a passionate member who is dedicated to enhancing chemistry inside and outside the classroom. This month we spotlight Kristen Drury from William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach, NY.
October 28, 2019
Apply Now to be Part of our K–8 Writing Team
AACT is accepting applications for a K–8 content writing team in 2020.
October 8, 2019
New England Association of Chemistry Teachers Fall Meeting
The New England Association of Chemistry Teachers is helping revive the Fairfield County Chemistry teachers group and together we plan to co-host four gatherings this year to share ideas and inspiration.
October 3, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help Teach the Periodic Table
In this news post, Kim Duncan, AACT's Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about lessons and other activities that could be used in a Periodic Table unit.
October 1, 2019
Use AACT Resources to Celebrate National Chemistry Week 2019: Marvelous Metals!
In the spirit of the NCW theme, AACT hosted a content writing contest for current teacher members. This year’s winners were Middle School teacher, Jennifer Smith, from Monticello Middle School, and High School teacher, Melissa Payne, from Jeffersontown High School. Read about both teachers' exciting and unique lesson plan inspired by the theme of NCW.
October 1, 2019
Announcing the AACT Strategic Plan
This summer, the AACT Governing Board, in collaboration with staff and with input from AACT members, held a retreat to develop a strategic plan for AACT over the next three years.
October 1, 2019
AACT Member Spotlight: Linda Cummings
Every month AACT spotlights a passionate member who is dedicated to enhancing chemistry inside and outside the classroom. This month we spotlight Linda Cummings, Chemistry Instructor at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs.
September 19, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help Teach Atomic Structure
In this news post, Kim Duncan, AACT's Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about lessons and other activities that could be used in an Atomic Structure unit.
September 5, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help Teach Chemical Measurements
AACT highlights resources that could be used to support a Chemical Measurements unit.
August 28, 2019
AACT Member Spotlight: Heather Weck
Every month AACT will spotlight a passionate member who is dedicated to enhancing chemistry inside and outside the classroom. This month we spotlight Heather Weck, from Harriton High School in Rosemont, Pa.
August 26, 2019
This is a great time to get involved with AACT by becoming a Regional Representative or Committee Member.
August 22, 2019
New AACT Resources to Help You Teach Chemistry Basics
AACT has curated resources to help you teach an introductory unit on chemistry basics.
August 20, 2019
AACT Realigns AP Chemistry Content with 9 new Units on Collection Page
AACT’s AP Chemistry Content Collection page has been realigned to correspond with the new 2019 AP Chemistry Course Outline published by the College Board. The AP page, has been reorganized so that teachers can find AP resources that are directly related to each of the new chemistry Units as well as resources that would be appropriate for use as post AP exam activities.
August 7, 2019
Get Involved in National Chemistry Week 2019
Celebrate NCW 2019 with the theme "Marvelous Metals."
July 31, 2019
Proposals for organizing symposia and workshops are submitted to the American Chemical Society Meeting Abstracts Programming System (ACS MAPS) and are due August 23, 2019. Access to the ACS MAPS is through the conference web site https://bcce2020.org/
July 3, 2019
Kim Duncan, our Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about all of the wonderful workshops that will be presented by AACT and the ACS Education Division at ChemEd 2019.
June 20, 2019
New Safety Video Collection Added to Multimedia Library
AACT adds a new six video Safety Video Collection produced by ACS.
June 4, 2019
Incorporating AACT Multimedia Resources into Your Chemistry Curriculum
Help students visualize what really happens when a chemical or physical change occurs by using our animations, simulations, and videos that were created to help them connect their macroscopic observations with microscopic representations.
June 1, 2019
AACT Member Spotlight: Michael Farabaugh
Every month AACT will spotlight a passionate member who is dedicated to enhancing chemistry inside and outside the classroom. This month we spotlight Michael Farabaugh from Albemarie High School in Charlottesville, Va.
May 30, 2019
AACT and the American Chemical Society (ACS) Workshops at ChemEd 2019
Are you planning to attend the ChemEd 2019 Conference hosted by North Central College in Naperville, IL, July 21-25? If so, please join AACT and ACS Education for any of our 17 scheduled workshops. We will also have a booth in the exhibit hall, so stop by and pick up some great swag!
May 7, 2019
AACT Highlights AP Chemistry Content in New Collection Page
Read about AACT’s new AP Chemistry Content Collection page! The page, makes it easier for teachers to find AP resources that are directly related to each Big Idea and post AP exam resources.
April 30, 2019
AACT Member Spotlight: Roxanne Spencer
Every month AACT will spotlight a passionate member who is dedicated to enhancing chemistry inside and outside the classroom. This month we spotlight Roxanne Spencer from Ranney School in Tinton Falls, NJ.
April 9, 2019
Using AACT Resources to Help Teach Acids and Bases
In this news post, Kim Duncan, our Sr. Professional Learning Associate, writes about lessons and other activities that could be used in an Acids and Bases unit.
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September 4, 2026
Not sure where to start on the AACT website? Look no further!
Jeramy DeBry gives a quick video overview of how to find the perfect resource for your classroom on the AACT website!
September 1, 2026
AACT Member Spotlight: Anthony Stetzenmeyer
This month we spotlight Anthony Stetzenmeyer, a high school chemistry teacher at Belleville High School in Belleville, Michigan.
August 10, 2026
Get Ready for National Chemistry Week 2026: Chemistry Under Construction!
The 2026 NCW theme is "Chemistry Under Construction." From concrete to steel, stone to glass, chemistry is everywhere in construction. Celebrate NCW with your students October 18-24, 2026 using resources from AACT and ACS!