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 * Welcome to the words of wisdom page provided by actual former students of mine (in order of when they were submitted). **

"Mr. Chelednik's class was extremely helpful in my college chemistry course! Everything we went over had already been explained thoroughly from Mr. Chelednik and I had no problem at all transitioning in to the courses. You will be at the top of your class if you just follow his instruction and work hard for him. Everyone who has him should soak up everything he tells you not just about chemistry but life also. He is always willing to help when needed. Miss having this man for chemistry! You're the man! -Michael Martino class of 2016"

"To all chemistry students listen to Tched he is a great teacher! Study hard you will enjoy chemistry. In college I am well ahead of the curve for chemistry classes. The possibilities are limitless if you stick with the class. It is all worth the struggle in the end. You will be prepared and ready for all classes in chemistry because of Tched. You will find out how much you are truly capable of because of this class."- Quinn Lundberg, class of 2012

"Chemistry is a baseline for many other sciences. If you put forth the work and learn the subject a whole world opens up. Everything from understanding the reactions that happen within the sun which power our world to the intricate chemistry within our own bodies that allow the miracle that is life to exist."- Jon Loudon, class of 2007

"AP Chem is not only a great class to learn so much good material, but it also allows you to find out about yourself. You learn what kind of student you are through lab and class. That being said, be ready to learn! It is no class you can regurgitate the info and then flush it. The class is great practice for college and can prepare you for your future. At times you wonder why you're doing it to yourself, but at the end, you'll realize all of it was wealth worth the price of admission." - Brittany Hindman, class of 2012

"Pay attention in Colonel T's classes: not only does chemistry explain so much of the world around you, everything that you learn with the Colonel will make you the smartest person in your college chem courses. And who doesn't like to be the smartest person around? (Do they even call you Colonel T anymore? I'm so old, I suppose.)"- Jessica Keister, class of ??

Teacher comment- No, they don't call me Colonel T anymore! It's TChed now, I think because of the way I sign my passes.

"Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes. That being said, it's a vastly huge subject with areas sparking interest for many. However, there are going to be parts one may not wish to pursue. For me, AP chem was a great intro to all of the main subcategories that make up chemistry. As a senior in college I understand the shear difficulty in creating a single class to cover all of chemistry. Just be forewarned that AP is an intro with entire subjects left out. I love organic chemistry and AP accounted for about 1% of the material learned in ochem. I dislike physical chemistry but AP probably accounted for 5% of this class with all the gas laws and such. In conclusion, chemistry is a great field with endless possibilities not only for jobs but mankind's development. Just be sure you can commit yourself to areas you may dislike wholeheartedly before jumping into this career path. Good luck!"- Ken Lees, class of 2009

Teacher's note/response- I would agree with Ken on disliking certain topics in chem but I would also add that this is how it is with most endeavors. For instance, I play in a band and I love it. However, there are aspects of it that I despise. Driving to gigs, playing Sweet Home Alabama (sorry Skynyrd fans LOL), repairing equipment, etc. I still do it because the overall experience is worth it. I believe this is in accord with what Ken is saying. Nicely put Ken!

"Enjoy the learning activites and demonstrations, things that seemed useless for the future (food chem and kinetics just to name 2) come back around! They are much easier to remember when you liked learning about it in high school than when you are struggling with other concepts! This has held true for me every semester so far and already at the beginning of 5th semester!" - Corena Shaffer, Class of 2010

"To Chem 1 students: If Tched asks you a question at the end of the year, and you were not paying attention, answer with Hydrogen bonding. You have a 50/50 chance of being right. To Chem 2/AP Chem students: When nuclear and organic chemistry come along, forget everything you learned until that point because it is useless."- Matt Holt, class of 2012

"Ha know your solubility rules!!! They help A LOT!" - Alyssa Daub, class of 2010

"Enjoy high school. Don't be a slacker like myself. That is all...Actually, one last thing, the habits you start now will set the tone for the rest of your life. I've learned that the hard way. The positive thing is that habits can be changed and broken." Jake Shaffer- Class of 2012

"To AP chem students: With the right attitude & dedication, an AP course can go from being your worst nightmare to a piece of cake. Chemistry can be fun! I promise. :) The hardest part this year will be doing the AP practice exams, but the good part about them is that a 50% on the test might get you a 3. Mistakes are okay in the AP chemistry exam as long as you makes less mistakes than other kids in the country! Overrall, you'll be challenged, but it's nothing you guys can't handle." - Cori Miknis, class of 2012

"Come into chemistry with an open mind and be ready to learn. It may be hard at first, but it gets better. Learn to put in that extra hour of studying and you'll be good the entire year and off in the future. Presevere through it all."--- Keith Weible, class of 2012

"Chemistry holds the key to so many answers, so many unknowns. If you apply yourself and allow yourself to be taught, you will discover infinite possibilities and applications. You may know how certain things occur but chemistry will teach you the why, and the why holds such reward."Aaron Shaffer, class of 2009.

"Chemistry.. from nanoparticles to the pH of the Oceans, one science can decipher the mysteries behind all of Earth's greatest forces no matter how small or large. I feel chemistry not only can allow us to understand how, why, and when certain phenomena will occur. But chemistry, will also unlock our planets secrets to keeping Earth a healthy, clean, and safe place to live; arguabily the most important aspect of such a broad and ever expanding science." ---Ken Lees, class of 2009