Welcome back to school everyone. I wish you all a happy and successful 2009!
AP Physics 12 - We will start Chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse. Reminder to do a minimum of 25 problems from the text and/or old provincial exams. Check out the school homework site for helpful information.
Physics 12 - We will continue with Chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse. Reminder to do a minimum of 25 problems from the text and/or old provincial exams. Check out the school homework site for helpful information.
Physics 11 - We will spend one lesson learning about Sir Isaac Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation which is covered breifly in chapter 8. Then we are starting Chapter 9 Momentum. Reminder to do a minimum of 25 problems from the text and/or testbank worksheets. Check our the school homework site for helpful information.
Science 8 - We will resume our studies in Chapter 1 Cells Are the Basic Unit of Life. Students should be completing workbook chapter 1 at their own pace in preparation for the end of chapter test, date TBA.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Friday, December 12, 2008
December 15, 2008 (week 16)
Last week of classes before Christmas holidays. Let's make it a good one!
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 2-6 (and a bit of thermodynamics) on December 16. We will finish up Simple Harmonic Motion SHM problems and try a few more PV graphs. Over the holidays I suggest that students visit AP Central website and download a few practice AP Physics exams.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapter 2-6 on December 16. We have started chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse and will complete this chapter when we return to school in January 2009.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 3-6 on December 16. We will spend one lesson learning about Isaac Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation which is a small section in chapter 8. We will start chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse when students return to school in January 2009.
Science 8 - We will finish up our lab activities involving the microscope. In the new year we will learn about Cell Organelles (chapter 1.2). Some students may opt to build a 3-D Model of the cell (plant or animal) and instructions can be found in textbook chapter 1. Please let Mr Fuerderer know if you are planning to work on this project over the holidays.
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 2-6 (and a bit of thermodynamics) on December 16. We will finish up Simple Harmonic Motion SHM problems and try a few more PV graphs. Over the holidays I suggest that students visit AP Central website and download a few practice AP Physics exams.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapter 2-6 on December 16. We have started chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse and will complete this chapter when we return to school in January 2009.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 3-6 on December 16. We will spend one lesson learning about Isaac Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation which is a small section in chapter 8. We will start chapter 7 Momentum and Impulse when students return to school in January 2009.
Science 8 - We will finish up our lab activities involving the microscope. In the new year we will learn about Cell Organelles (chapter 1.2). Some students may opt to build a 3-D Model of the cell (plant or animal) and instructions can be found in textbook chapter 1. Please let Mr Fuerderer know if you are planning to work on this project over the holidays.
Friday, December 5, 2008
December 8, 2008 (week 15)
AP Physics 12 - We will finish chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power and prepare for the Unit Test on December 16 covering chapters 2-6 (and a wee bit on fluid theory too).
Physics 12 - We have finished chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power and are preparing for the Unit Test on December 17 covering chapters 2-6.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 6 Vectors this week and prepare for the Unit test on December 16 covering chapters 3-6.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 9 Fluid Systems test on December 9. Students should complete all of workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the test. We have started chapter 1 Cells and we will spend a few periods learning to use the microscope and examining a variety of cells under magnification.
Physics 12 - We have finished chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power and are preparing for the Unit Test on December 17 covering chapters 2-6.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 6 Vectors this week and prepare for the Unit test on December 16 covering chapters 3-6.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 9 Fluid Systems test on December 9. Students should complete all of workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the test. We have started chapter 1 Cells and we will spend a few periods learning to use the microscope and examining a variety of cells under magnification.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
December 1, 2008 (week 14)
AP Physics 12 - We have started chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power. We will also try to finish up chapter 15 Thermodynamics before the Christmas holidays. Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 2-7 during the week of December 16.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power. Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 2-7 on December 17.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 6 Vectors and do a few activities related to the addition of force vectors. Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 3-6 on December 16.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the Chapter 9 test on December 9.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power. Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 2-7 on December 17.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 6 Vectors and do a few activities related to the addition of force vectors. Reminder of the Unit Test covering chapters 3-6 on December 16.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the Chapter 9 test on December 9.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
November 24, 2008 (week 13)
Last week of term one.
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25. This week we will return to chapter 15 Thermodynamics and finish up with PV-graphs.
Physics 12 - A good website for practice is quizmebc (Google it). Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25. This week we will get started with chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on November 26. This week we will get started with chapter 6 Vectors.
Science 8 - This week we will do a few activities related to chapter 9 Fluid Systems. Reminder to start thinking about a project you'd like to work on this year (Science Fair, Research with multimedia project, etc).
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25. This week we will return to chapter 15 Thermodynamics and finish up with PV-graphs.
Physics 12 - A good website for practice is quizmebc (Google it). Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25. This week we will get started with chapter 6 Work, Energy, Power.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on November 26. This week we will get started with chapter 6 Vectors.
Science 8 - This week we will do a few activities related to chapter 9 Fluid Systems. Reminder to start thinking about a project you'd like to work on this year (Science Fair, Research with multimedia project, etc).
Thursday, November 13, 2008
November 17, 2008 (week 12)
AP Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 5 Centripetal Force. Reminder to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12.
Physics 11 - Reminder that we'll have a quiz on addition of force vectors. This week we will do a few labs to help us understand Newton's 2nd Law of Motion F=ma. We will also learn how to determine the frictional force. Reminder to complete all of the practice problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on November 26.
Science 8 - This week we will complete chapter 8. Reminder to complete workbook chapter 8 in preparation for the chapter 8 test on November 20.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12.
Physics 11 - Reminder that we'll have a quiz on addition of force vectors. This week we will do a few labs to help us understand Newton's 2nd Law of Motion F=ma. We will also learn how to determine the frictional force. Reminder to complete all of the practice problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on November 26.
Science 8 - This week we will complete chapter 8. Reminder to complete workbook chapter 8 in preparation for the chapter 8 test on November 20.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
November 10, 2008 (week 11)
AP Physics 12 - This week we should finish chapter 5 Centripetal Force. We are doing a couple of interesting activities related to Kepler's 3 Laws of Planetary Motion. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4/5 test on November 25.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12
Physics 11 - Expect a quiz on tension force and elastic force. This week we will do activities related to frictional force and Newton's 2nd Law of Motion F=ma. Students must complete all of the practice problems in chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Expect a quiz on pressure. This week we will do a few activities related to viscosity of fluids. Students should complete workbook chapter 8 at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 8 test on November 20.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12
Physics 11 - Expect a quiz on tension force and elastic force. This week we will do activities related to frictional force and Newton's 2nd Law of Motion F=ma. Students must complete all of the practice problems in chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Expect a quiz on pressure. This week we will do a few activities related to viscosity of fluids. Students should complete workbook chapter 8 at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 8 test on November 20.
Friday, October 31, 2008
November 3, 2008 (week 10)
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 4 second quiz this week. We are currently working on chapter 5 Centripetal Force and chapter 15 Thermodynamics.
Physics 12 - We will have a chapter 4 second quiz later this week. We are currently working on chapter 5 Centripetal Force. Students must complete the textbook problems at end of chapter 5 in addition to the testbank worksheets provided in class.
Physics 11 - We have begun chapter 5 Dynamics, the study of forces. We will do activities related to tension, elastic force, gravitational force and frictional force. Reminder to work on the practice problems in chapter 5.
Science 8 - We are beginning chapter 8.2 on Pressure. Please bring a calculator to class as we will be doing some calculations involving pressure. Students who have the workbook are reminded to work at their own pace to complete all of workbook chapter 8.
Physics 12 - We will have a chapter 4 second quiz later this week. We are currently working on chapter 5 Centripetal Force. Students must complete the textbook problems at end of chapter 5 in addition to the testbank worksheets provided in class.
Physics 11 - We have begun chapter 5 Dynamics, the study of forces. We will do activities related to tension, elastic force, gravitational force and frictional force. Reminder to work on the practice problems in chapter 5.
Science 8 - We are beginning chapter 8.2 on Pressure. Please bring a calculator to class as we will be doing some calculations involving pressure. Students who have the workbook are reminded to work at their own pace to complete all of workbook chapter 8.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
October 27, 2008 (week 9)
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 4 quiz this week. We have started chapter 5 Centripetal Force and we will do a lab involving tension and centripetal force. We will also continue to plug away at chapter 15 Thermodynamics.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12 (not including thermodynamics since it is not a part of the regular physics 12 curriculum)
Physics 11 - We are starting chapter 5 Dynamics (the study of forces). In particular we will learn about Isaac Newton's Three Laws of Motion. This chapter we will do many activities related to measuring forces (elastic, gravitational, frictional).
Science 8 - We are currently working in chapter 8 Fluids. This is a very practical "hands-on" chapter meaning we will do a variety of interesting activities related to measuring forces (gravitational, elastic). We will also learn the mathematical relationship between weight and mass. Students who have purchased the workbook should be working at their own pace to complete workbook chapter 8.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12 (not including thermodynamics since it is not a part of the regular physics 12 curriculum)
Physics 11 - We are starting chapter 5 Dynamics (the study of forces). In particular we will learn about Isaac Newton's Three Laws of Motion. This chapter we will do many activities related to measuring forces (elastic, gravitational, frictional).
Science 8 - We are currently working in chapter 8 Fluids. This is a very practical "hands-on" chapter meaning we will do a variety of interesting activities related to measuring forces (gravitational, elastic). We will also learn the mathematical relationship between weight and mass. Students who have purchased the workbook should be working at their own pace to complete workbook chapter 8.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
October 20, 2008 (week 8)
AP Physics 12 - We will complete chapter 4 Dynamics this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA. We will also get started on chapter 5 Centripetal Force. The AP class will also return to Thermodynamics chapter 15 and learn to interpret P-V graphs.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on October 22.
Science 8 - We are starting chapter 8 Fluids. We begin by learning about various types of forces such as gravitational force and elastic force. Students who have purchased the workbook should begin working at their own pace in chapter 8 of the workbook.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on October 22.
Science 8 - We are starting chapter 8 Fluids. We begin by learning about various types of forces such as gravitational force and elastic force. Students who have purchased the workbook should begin working at their own pace in chapter 8 of the workbook.
Friday, October 10, 2008
October 14, 2008 (week 7)
AP Physics 12 - We have just about completed chapter 4 Dynamics. This week we will do a lab involving an Atwood Pulley. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA. We will also return to chapter 15 Thermodynamics and solve some problems related to the 1st Law of Thermodynamics.
Physics 12 - We are nearly finished studying chapter 4 Dynamics. This week we will do a lab involving an Atwood Pulley. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - This week we will perform an experiment to determine the acceleration due to gravity (g) on earth. We will also have a few work periods to write some practice tests related to accelerated motion. Reminder that students must complete all of the practice problems in chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on October 22.
Science 8 - Students must complete all of workbook chapter 7 in preparation for the chapter 7 test on October 15. Those students who have not purchased a workbook must complete the "Check Your Understanding" questions at the end of section 7.1 and 7.2, plus the Chapter Review questions at the end of chapter 7. Remember that homework is worth 40% of the overall mark and tests are worth 60%.
Physics 12 - We are nearly finished studying chapter 4 Dynamics. This week we will do a lab involving an Atwood Pulley. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - This week we will perform an experiment to determine the acceleration due to gravity (g) on earth. We will also have a few work periods to write some practice tests related to accelerated motion. Reminder that students must complete all of the practice problems in chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on October 22.
Science 8 - Students must complete all of workbook chapter 7 in preparation for the chapter 7 test on October 15. Those students who have not purchased a workbook must complete the "Check Your Understanding" questions at the end of section 7.1 and 7.2, plus the Chapter Review questions at the end of chapter 7. Remember that homework is worth 40% of the overall mark and tests are worth 60%.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
October 6, 2008 (week 6)
AP Physics 12 - We have started to study Dynamics (chapter 4). Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA.
Physics 12 - We have started to study Dynamics (chapter 4). Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - We are half-way finished with Acceleration (chapter 4). Students must complete a minimum of 25 Practice Problems and/or Review Problems at the end of the chapter in preparation for the test, date TBA. This week we will learn about gravitational acceleration and do some experiments to measure the earth's gravitational acceleration.
Science 8 - We are in the midst of chapter 7.2 Density. Students should be completing workbook section 7.1 and 7.2 at their own pace. For those who have not purchased a workbook they are expected to do the "Check Your Understanding" questions at the end of chapter 7.1 and 7.2, as well as the Review Questions at the end of the chapter. All answers must be written in complete sentence answers.
Physics 12 - We have started to study Dynamics (chapter 4). Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 4 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - We are half-way finished with Acceleration (chapter 4). Students must complete a minimum of 25 Practice Problems and/or Review Problems at the end of the chapter in preparation for the test, date TBA. This week we will learn about gravitational acceleration and do some experiments to measure the earth's gravitational acceleration.
Science 8 - We are in the midst of chapter 7.2 Density. Students should be completing workbook section 7.1 and 7.2 at their own pace. For those who have not purchased a workbook they are expected to do the "Check Your Understanding" questions at the end of chapter 7.1 and 7.2, as well as the Review Questions at the end of the chapter. All answers must be written in complete sentence answers.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
September 29, 2008 (week 5)
AP Physics - We will continue to study the Ideal Gas law (chapter 14) and will get started with Dynamics (chapter 4). Dynamics is the study of forces that affect or produce motion.
Physics 12 - We will be starting Dynamics (ch 4) which is the study of forces that affect or produce motion.
Physics 11 - We have started to learn about Acceleration (ch 4) and students should start working on the practice problems in chapter 4.
Science 8 - This week we will study chapter 7.2 and learn how to calculate density of various substances. Students who have purchased the workbook should complete chapter 7 at their own pace, in preparation for the chapter 7 test, date TBA.
Physics 12 - We will be starting Dynamics (ch 4) which is the study of forces that affect or produce motion.
Physics 11 - We have started to learn about Acceleration (ch 4) and students should start working on the practice problems in chapter 4.
Science 8 - This week we will study chapter 7.2 and learn how to calculate density of various substances. Students who have purchased the workbook should complete chapter 7 at their own pace, in preparation for the chapter 7 test, date TBA.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
September 22, 2008 (week 4)
AP Physics 12 - We have started Chapter 14 Thermodynamics and will learn more about "ideal gases" and how we can determine the kinetic energy and velocity of particles in an ideal gas. Reminder of the test covering chapters 2 and 3 on September 23.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the test covering chapters 2 and 3 on September 25. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from each chapter in preparation for the test. This week we will get started on chapter 4 Dynamics - the study of forces that affect motion.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 3 test on September 23. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the test. This week we will start chapter 4 Accelerated Motion.
Science 8 - Quiz this week on the Kinetic Molecular Theory (chapter 7.1). We will continue to develop our lab skills and learn how to measure Volume and Mass in order to calculate Density.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the test covering chapters 2 and 3 on September 25. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from each chapter in preparation for the test. This week we will get started on chapter 4 Dynamics - the study of forces that affect motion.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 3 test on September 23. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the test. This week we will start chapter 4 Accelerated Motion.
Science 8 - Quiz this week on the Kinetic Molecular Theory (chapter 7.1). We will continue to develop our lab skills and learn how to measure Volume and Mass in order to calculate Density.
Friday, September 12, 2008
September 15, 2008 (week 3)
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 2 and another 25 problems from chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 2/3 test on September 23. This week we will start Thermodynamics Chapter 14 - the study of heat energy and transfer.
Physics 12 - This week we will study motion in 2-dimensions (projectile motion). This correlates to textbook chapters 3.3 and 3.4. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 2 and another 25 problems from chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 2/3 test on September 23.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 3. We will learn about relative velocities as well as velocity and acceleration vectors. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 Problems in preparation for the chapter 3 test on September 23.
Science 8 - This week we will continue to learn about the Kinetic Molecular Theory (chapter 7). We will do some activities related to measuring volume and mass and we will learn how to determine the density of a substance.
Physics 12 - This week we will study motion in 2-dimensions (projectile motion). This correlates to textbook chapters 3.3 and 3.4. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 2 and another 25 problems from chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 2/3 test on September 23.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 3. We will learn about relative velocities as well as velocity and acceleration vectors. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 Problems in preparation for the chapter 3 test on September 23.
Science 8 - This week we will continue to learn about the Kinetic Molecular Theory (chapter 7). We will do some activities related to measuring volume and mass and we will learn how to determine the density of a substance.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
September 8, 2008 (week 2)
AP Physics 12 - We will learn to solve problems involving two dimensional motion (projectiles). This correlates to chapters 3.3 and 3.4 in your textbook. Reminder that you must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 2 and another 25 problems from chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 2/3 test on September 18.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics. The chapter 2/3 test is scheduled for September 22.
Physics 11 - This week we will learn how to depict uniform motion graphically. Bring graph paper and some sunscreen as we'll be heading outside for a few activities. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 problems (Practice Problems and end of chapter review Problems) in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Science 9 - This week we will finish learning about the scientific method (chapter 1) and students can decide if they want to participate in this years Science Fair. Reminder of the chapter 1 test coming soon, date TBA.
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics. The chapter 2/3 test is scheduled for September 22.
Physics 11 - This week we will learn how to depict uniform motion graphically. Bring graph paper and some sunscreen as we'll be heading outside for a few activities. Reminder that students must complete a minimum of 25 problems (Practice Problems and end of chapter review Problems) in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Science 9 - This week we will finish learning about the scientific method (chapter 1) and students can decide if they want to participate in this years Science Fair. Reminder of the chapter 1 test coming soon, date TBA.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Tuesday, September 2, 2008 (week 1)
AP Physics 12 - We begin this course with Kinematics - the study of motion (ch 2). Much of this is review from physics 11 and so expect to move through this chapter quite quickly. In preparation for the chapter 2 test you should look at physics problems from at least 3 sources: (i) odd numbered problems in your textbook, (ii) old provincial exam questions and/or old AP exam questions, and (iii) testbank worksheets that I will prepare for each chapter. You are required to complete a minimum of 25 problems for every chapter.
Please visit the AP Central site for students and register yourself so that you can access past AP Exams and other learning resources specifically for students. The website is http://www.collegeboard.com/student/index.html?student
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12 above.
Physics 11 - Please look over chapter 2 to review the prerequisite math skills you will need to be successful in this course. We begin this week studying Kinematics - the study of motion (chapter 3). How long do you estimate that it would take you to walk or run across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax, a distance of about 6300 km? Terry Fox, (1958-1981) became famous for his Marathon of Hope, a cross-Canada run to raise money for cancer research, running with one prosthetic leg. He is considered one of Canada's greatest heroes of the 20th century and is celebrated internationally every September as people participate in the Terry Fox Run, the world's largest one-day fund raiser for cancer research. In order for us to estimate the time it would take for you to travel across Canada there are a few things that you need to know. They are (i) how fast you can travel, (ii) what is the distance to be travelled, and (iii) what sort of schedule will you try to follow? When you complete your calculations and compare your speed and endurance to Terry Fox's I am sure that you will have a much greater appreciation for the incredible journey that he undertook in his Marathon of Hope. Thus we begin this course by studying Kinematics, which is the study of motion (chapter 3).
Our first activity will be to use the Trundle Wheel (measuring wheel) and stopwatch to measure the distance and time it takes us to complete a lap around the science wing. Then we will learn how to calculate average speed, average velocity, and to solve a variety of problems related to uniform motion. In preparation for the chapter 3 test in a few weeks you should complete all of the Practice Problems in the chapter and then you should also do some of the chapter review problems found at the end of the chapter. Students are required to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 7,8,9,1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11,12. Fluids (chapter 7) students will learn about mass, volume, density and pressure.
Science 9 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 1-15. The Scientific Method of Inquiry (chapter 1) students will review scientific terms and methods to design a fair experiment. If students wish to participate in Science Fair 2009 they should start to think about a topic that interests them.
Science 10 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 1-12. Ecosystems (chapter 1) students will learn about biomes and ecosystems around the world. Remember that there is a mandatory Science 10 Provincial Exam in June worth 20% of the final mark. Work hard and have a great year!
Please visit the AP Central site for students and register yourself so that you can access past AP Exams and other learning resources specifically for students. The website is http://www.collegeboard.com/student/index.html?student
Physics 12 - Same as AP Physics 12 above.
Physics 11 - Please look over chapter 2 to review the prerequisite math skills you will need to be successful in this course. We begin this week studying Kinematics - the study of motion (chapter 3). How long do you estimate that it would take you to walk or run across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax, a distance of about 6300 km? Terry Fox, (1958-1981) became famous for his Marathon of Hope, a cross-Canada run to raise money for cancer research, running with one prosthetic leg. He is considered one of Canada's greatest heroes of the 20th century and is celebrated internationally every September as people participate in the Terry Fox Run, the world's largest one-day fund raiser for cancer research. In order for us to estimate the time it would take for you to travel across Canada there are a few things that you need to know. They are (i) how fast you can travel, (ii) what is the distance to be travelled, and (iii) what sort of schedule will you try to follow? When you complete your calculations and compare your speed and endurance to Terry Fox's I am sure that you will have a much greater appreciation for the incredible journey that he undertook in his Marathon of Hope. Thus we begin this course by studying Kinematics, which is the study of motion (chapter 3).
Our first activity will be to use the Trundle Wheel (measuring wheel) and stopwatch to measure the distance and time it takes us to complete a lap around the science wing. Then we will learn how to calculate average speed, average velocity, and to solve a variety of problems related to uniform motion. In preparation for the chapter 3 test in a few weeks you should complete all of the Practice Problems in the chapter and then you should also do some of the chapter review problems found at the end of the chapter. Students are required to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 7,8,9,1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11,12. Fluids (chapter 7) students will learn about mass, volume, density and pressure.
Science 9 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 1-15. The Scientific Method of Inquiry (chapter 1) students will review scientific terms and methods to design a fair experiment. If students wish to participate in Science Fair 2009 they should start to think about a topic that interests them.
Science 10 - Sequence of topics this year will be chapters 1-12. Ecosystems (chapter 1) students will learn about biomes and ecosystems around the world. Remember that there is a mandatory Science 10 Provincial Exam in June worth 20% of the final mark. Work hard and have a great year!
Friday, June 6, 2008
June 9, 2008 (week 38)
AP Physics 12 - Practice Provincial Exams.
Physics 12 - Practice Provincial Exams.
Physics 11 - A practice final examination is at http://ca.briefcase.yahoo.com/sfuerderer.
Reminder of the Final Exam on Thursday at 9 AM in the gym. Please return your textbook to Mr. Lock in A214 30 minutes prior to the exam.
Science 8 - Watching "Planet Earth DVD".
Math 9 - Reminder of the Final Exam Part II (multiple choice) on Monday.
Physics 12 - Practice Provincial Exams.
Physics 11 - A practice final examination is at http://ca.briefcase.yahoo.com/sfuerderer.
Reminder of the Final Exam on Thursday at 9 AM in the gym. Please return your textbook to Mr. Lock in A214 30 minutes prior to the exam.
Science 8 - Watching "Planet Earth DVD".
Math 9 - Reminder of the Final Exam Part II (multiple choice) on Monday.
Monday, May 26, 2008
June 2, 2008 (week 37)
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 22 Electromagnetism test on June 4. We will also write a couple of practice Provincial Exams this week.
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 22 Electromagnetism test on June 2. We will write a couple of practice provincial exams this week.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter 18 Optics test on June 3.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 5 Optics and Chapter 6 Human Vision in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 5 Graphs and Probability. Reminder of Final Exam Part 1 on June 6 (written response). Final Exam Part 2 on June 9th (multiple choice).
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 22 Electromagnetism test on June 2. We will write a couple of practice provincial exams this week.
Physics 11 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter 18 Optics test on June 3.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 5 Optics and Chapter 6 Human Vision in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 5 Graphs and Probability. Reminder of Final Exam Part 1 on June 6 (written response). Final Exam Part 2 on June 9th (multiple choice).
Friday, May 23, 2008
May 26, 2008 (week 36)
AP Physics 12 - Reminder to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 Magnetism test on May 29.
Physics 12 - We finish chapter 22 this week and we'll do a couple of practice provincial exams. Reminder to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 22 Electromagnetism test on June 2.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish up chapter 18 Optics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 Optics test on June 3.
Science 8 - This week we will do a few more activities in chapter 5 Optics. Students must complete their workbook in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 9.1-9.5 on Graphs and Statistics. Reminder of the chapter 5 test on May 28.
Physics 12 - We finish chapter 22 this week and we'll do a couple of practice provincial exams. Reminder to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 22 Electromagnetism test on June 2.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish up chapter 18 Optics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 Optics test on June 3.
Science 8 - This week we will do a few more activities in chapter 5 Optics. Students must complete their workbook in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 9.1-9.5 on Graphs and Statistics. Reminder of the chapter 5 test on May 28.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Orlando Florida Fieldtrip Updates (May 14-21)
Thursday, May 13 - We arrived safe and sound early this morning in Orlando. Everyone is very pleased with the hotel. Breakfast was very good with plenty of variety and healthy choices. Nice pool and courtyard too. We spent today at Typhoon Lagoon, an amazing waterpark with water-roller-coaster type rides that keep you screaming from start to finish. Perhaps the highlight of the day was swimming in the shark reef with the colorful tropical fish, sharks and Stingrays! We found out that Stingrays are actually very gentle creatures and will only sting in defence if they are attaked or threatened. It is very painful for them to use their barbs and so even when threatened their first response is to swim away harmlessly. Tonight we head out to Ci Ci's Pizza and Pasta Bar for dinner. It will be early to bed for everyone as they've had a full day of adventure and not much sleep last night on the plane. The kids were great, they've all been extremely polite and responsible. Let's hope every day is as fun as this first one in Florida!
Friday, May 14 - Today we spent the day at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Our Edu-program at the Animal Kingdom focused on animal care and nutrition and also the many career opportunities available at Disney (engineers, artists, performers, veterinarians, food services, and "Imagineers"). We visited the kitchens where the food is prepared for the herbivores and carnivores. We also took a behind the scenes safari ride through the animal habitats and saw giraffes, lions, antelope, Hippos, Rhinos and many other remarkable creatures. The entire group watched the spectacular performance of "The Lion King" with singers, dancers, acrobats and animal animatrons. We also had plenty of laughs in the "It's A Bugs Life" 4-D show. The Himilaya Mountain Roller Coaster was a huge hit with the kids (and Ms. Wong). The kids have been great and tomorrow we are destined for Disneyland Magic Kingdom!
Saturday, May 15 - Today we enjoyed the magic of Disneyland's Magical Kingdom. We were taken backstage (underneath) at the Haunted House and learned how the Imagineers use mirrors, scrim fabric, ultraviolet lighting and projections to create the ghosts and scary illusions in the Haunted Mansion. The kids kept telling me how much they were learning about light waves in this "special classroom" and how they wished that every science class could be as much fun. Then it was off to Splashdown Mountain and Space Mountain roller coasters. It was a long, hot day, and I expect that they will all sleep well tonight. Tomorrow we are destined for Epcot Center.
Sunday, May 16 - We spent the entire day at EPCOT Centre. EPCOT stands for Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow and it was Disney's vision of what the high-tech world of the future would look like. EPCOT is a huge park in the shape of the number 8. Half of the park is the visionary world of the future and the other half of EPCOT is reminiscent of the EXPO 1986 Plaza of Nations. Various countries from all over the world have their own pavilions at EPCOT. Our educational program was on the marine animals and their care. Once again we visited behind the scences the "kitchen" where all of the food is prepared for the dolphins, sharks, sea turtles and other creatures. We saw the huge pipes and plumbing systems that make it all possible to replace all of the salt-water in the marine exhibits in just 2 hours. These pumps/filters are in operation around the clock 24/7/365 to ensure that the chemistry of the water is exactly right. In the event of a power failure EPCOT has it's own backup generators and during power failures they can have all of the pumps and equipment back up and running in less than 2 minutes. We also spent some time in the VIP lounge at EPCOT which is a private dining room with huge glass windows that allow patrons to keep an eye on the dolphins and other marine animals. The VIP lounge rents out for a measly $300 000 per hour! (no mistake here on the number of zeros - that's three hundred thousand dollars for one hour). My guess is that they don't see too many birthday parties in the VIP lounge! Tomorrow we are destined for SeaWorld and our 3 hour educational program will focus on animal training. Then in the evening we've made reservations for everyone to enjoy dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe.
Monday May 17 - Sorry for the delayed update (Internet was down). We had a great day at SeaWorld. The edu-program focused on animal training, not just for crowd pleasing tricks but more importantly for "husbandry" which is a term related to animal health and well being. For example, The killer whales are trained to stay still and offer a fin when vets need to obtain blood samples. The animals are also trained to release urine and semen for medical testing and artificial insemination. The animal shows were great but kids will probably remember only one thing at SeaWorld - the crazy roller coaster ride called the Krachen. It left me wobbly legs for a few hours but they seemed to like it! Then we had a great dinner at Hard Rock Cafe, surrounded by nostalgic Rock N Roll memorabilia from the likes of the Beetles and U2. We also had some time to enjoy City Walk, an entertainment district with more shops, restaurants and theatres.
Tuesday, May 18 - Please pardon the spelling mistakes and grammatical errors as I write these postings at about 1:30 AM each night. Today I really enjoyed the NASA tour at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral Floriday. It brought back alot of memories when I was a kid and we watched the Apollo astronauts land on the moon for the first time. We visited the actual Mission Control Room used for all of the Apollo launches, we even experienced the countdown and blastoff of Apollo 7 which was the first successful mission to bring men to the moon. After NASA scrubbed the Apollo moon missions they turned their attention to the re-useable Space Shuttles that our kids have grown up with. We were fortunate enough to see the Space Shuttle Columbia sitting on the launch pad in preparation for it's launch on May 31. There are only 10 shuttle missions remaining and then all three space shuttles will all be retired as NASA has once again set its sights on the moon and a return to the Apollo style rockets. This evening we did our part to support the local economy when we visited the Mall at Millenia. Kids are crazy about this Hollister stuff!? Anyways, they are also bummed out about the fact that tomorrow is our last day. Destination is MGM studios. We catch an afternoon flight to SEATAC and the bus should arrive at Burnaby South just past midnight. Looking forward to seeing you all their. And on behalf of Ms Sharon Wong and myself, we have had a terrific time getting to know your kids and they are all fantastic! Thank you for allowing us to spend a very special week with them. Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow night (just past midnight). The kids don't necessarily share my enthusiasm to return home but I'm sure they are also very excited to tell you about everything they did. Thanks again and see you soon.
Stephen Fuerderer
Friday, May 14 - Today we spent the day at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Our Edu-program at the Animal Kingdom focused on animal care and nutrition and also the many career opportunities available at Disney (engineers, artists, performers, veterinarians, food services, and "Imagineers"). We visited the kitchens where the food is prepared for the herbivores and carnivores. We also took a behind the scenes safari ride through the animal habitats and saw giraffes, lions, antelope, Hippos, Rhinos and many other remarkable creatures. The entire group watched the spectacular performance of "The Lion King" with singers, dancers, acrobats and animal animatrons. We also had plenty of laughs in the "It's A Bugs Life" 4-D show. The Himilaya Mountain Roller Coaster was a huge hit with the kids (and Ms. Wong). The kids have been great and tomorrow we are destined for Disneyland Magic Kingdom!
Saturday, May 15 - Today we enjoyed the magic of Disneyland's Magical Kingdom. We were taken backstage (underneath) at the Haunted House and learned how the Imagineers use mirrors, scrim fabric, ultraviolet lighting and projections to create the ghosts and scary illusions in the Haunted Mansion. The kids kept telling me how much they were learning about light waves in this "special classroom" and how they wished that every science class could be as much fun. Then it was off to Splashdown Mountain and Space Mountain roller coasters. It was a long, hot day, and I expect that they will all sleep well tonight. Tomorrow we are destined for Epcot Center.
Sunday, May 16 - We spent the entire day at EPCOT Centre. EPCOT stands for Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow and it was Disney's vision of what the high-tech world of the future would look like. EPCOT is a huge park in the shape of the number 8. Half of the park is the visionary world of the future and the other half of EPCOT is reminiscent of the EXPO 1986 Plaza of Nations. Various countries from all over the world have their own pavilions at EPCOT. Our educational program was on the marine animals and their care. Once again we visited behind the scences the "kitchen" where all of the food is prepared for the dolphins, sharks, sea turtles and other creatures. We saw the huge pipes and plumbing systems that make it all possible to replace all of the salt-water in the marine exhibits in just 2 hours. These pumps/filters are in operation around the clock 24/7/365 to ensure that the chemistry of the water is exactly right. In the event of a power failure EPCOT has it's own backup generators and during power failures they can have all of the pumps and equipment back up and running in less than 2 minutes. We also spent some time in the VIP lounge at EPCOT which is a private dining room with huge glass windows that allow patrons to keep an eye on the dolphins and other marine animals. The VIP lounge rents out for a measly $300 000 per hour! (no mistake here on the number of zeros - that's three hundred thousand dollars for one hour). My guess is that they don't see too many birthday parties in the VIP lounge! Tomorrow we are destined for SeaWorld and our 3 hour educational program will focus on animal training. Then in the evening we've made reservations for everyone to enjoy dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe.
Monday May 17 - Sorry for the delayed update (Internet was down). We had a great day at SeaWorld. The edu-program focused on animal training, not just for crowd pleasing tricks but more importantly for "husbandry" which is a term related to animal health and well being. For example, The killer whales are trained to stay still and offer a fin when vets need to obtain blood samples. The animals are also trained to release urine and semen for medical testing and artificial insemination. The animal shows were great but kids will probably remember only one thing at SeaWorld - the crazy roller coaster ride called the Krachen. It left me wobbly legs for a few hours but they seemed to like it! Then we had a great dinner at Hard Rock Cafe, surrounded by nostalgic Rock N Roll memorabilia from the likes of the Beetles and U2. We also had some time to enjoy City Walk, an entertainment district with more shops, restaurants and theatres.
Tuesday, May 18 - Please pardon the spelling mistakes and grammatical errors as I write these postings at about 1:30 AM each night. Today I really enjoyed the NASA tour at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral Floriday. It brought back alot of memories when I was a kid and we watched the Apollo astronauts land on the moon for the first time. We visited the actual Mission Control Room used for all of the Apollo launches, we even experienced the countdown and blastoff of Apollo 7 which was the first successful mission to bring men to the moon. After NASA scrubbed the Apollo moon missions they turned their attention to the re-useable Space Shuttles that our kids have grown up with. We were fortunate enough to see the Space Shuttle Columbia sitting on the launch pad in preparation for it's launch on May 31. There are only 10 shuttle missions remaining and then all three space shuttles will all be retired as NASA has once again set its sights on the moon and a return to the Apollo style rockets. This evening we did our part to support the local economy when we visited the Mall at Millenia. Kids are crazy about this Hollister stuff!? Anyways, they are also bummed out about the fact that tomorrow is our last day. Destination is MGM studios. We catch an afternoon flight to SEATAC and the bus should arrive at Burnaby South just past midnight. Looking forward to seeing you all their. And on behalf of Ms Sharon Wong and myself, we have had a terrific time getting to know your kids and they are all fantastic! Thank you for allowing us to spend a very special week with them. Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow night (just past midnight). The kids don't necessarily share my enthusiasm to return home but I'm sure they are also very excited to tell you about everything they did. Thanks again and see you soon.
Stephen Fuerderer
Thursday, May 8, 2008
May 20, 2008 (week 35)
AP Physics 12 - Classes resume May 20. Reminder of the chapter 20 DC Circuits Test on May 22.
Physics 12 - We should complete chapter 22 Electromagnetism by the end of this week or early next week at the latest. Students must complete at least 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter 22 test on June 2.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 18 Optics this week. Students must complete at least 25 problems from their textbook in preparation for the chapter 18 test on June 3.
Science 8 - This week we will start chapter 5 Optics. We will do most of the activities in this section as they are quite interesting and involve mirrors and lenses. Students should complete all of workbook chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - Reminder to complete all of the practice problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on May 28.
Physics 12 - We should complete chapter 22 Electromagnetism by the end of this week or early next week at the latest. Students must complete at least 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter 22 test on June 2.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 18 Optics this week. Students must complete at least 25 problems from their textbook in preparation for the chapter 18 test on June 3.
Science 8 - This week we will start chapter 5 Optics. We will do most of the activities in this section as they are quite interesting and involve mirrors and lenses. Students should complete all of workbook chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test on June 3.
Math 9 - Reminder to complete all of the practice problems in preparation for the chapter 5 test on May 28.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
May 12, 2008 (week 34)
AP Physics 12 - classes cancelled during the duration of the AP Exams. Good luck to everyone on their exams.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 22 Electromagnetic Induction (Electromagnetism). As per usual students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter test. This is probably the toughest chapter in the course and so we will spend extra time to cover this material and students are strongly encouraged to do as many extra practice problems as they can in order to master this content.
Physics 11 - This week we will start chapter 18 Optics and do a few activities involving mirrors and lenses. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 17 test on May 20.
Science 8 - This week we will finish chapter 4 Waves. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on May 20.
Math 9 - We will continue to work in chapter 5 up to and including section 5.11. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test on date May 27.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 22 Electromagnetic Induction (Electromagnetism). As per usual students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation for the chapter test. This is probably the toughest chapter in the course and so we will spend extra time to cover this material and students are strongly encouraged to do as many extra practice problems as they can in order to master this content.
Physics 11 - This week we will start chapter 18 Optics and do a few activities involving mirrors and lenses. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 17 test on May 20.
Science 8 - This week we will finish chapter 4 Waves. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on May 20.
Math 9 - We will continue to work in chapter 5 up to and including section 5.11. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5 in preparation for the chapter 5 test on date May 27.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
May 5, 2008 (week 33)
AP Physics 12 - Monday, May 5 is our last AP class and then the AP Exams begin. We will resume classes on May 21. Reminder of the chapter 20 Circuits Test on May 23.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 21 Magnetism test on May 5. This week we will get started on the final chapter in our course, Chapter 22 Electromagnetism.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 14 Waves test on May 6. This week we will continue to do lab activities in chapter 17 Reflection and Refraction of Light.
Science 8 - We have started chapter 4 Waves. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 4 in preparation for the test in a few weeks.
Math 9 - Reminder of the re-tests for chapter 4 Polynomials, and chapter 7 Area and Volume, on May 6. This week we will continue to learn the material in chapter 5. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 21 Magnetism test on May 5. This week we will get started on the final chapter in our course, Chapter 22 Electromagnetism.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 14 Waves test on May 6. This week we will continue to do lab activities in chapter 17 Reflection and Refraction of Light.
Science 8 - We have started chapter 4 Waves. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 4 in preparation for the test in a few weeks.
Math 9 - Reminder of the re-tests for chapter 4 Polynomials, and chapter 7 Area and Volume, on May 6. This week we will continue to learn the material in chapter 5. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
April 28, 2008 (week 32)
AP Physics 12 - This week we will go over Bernoulli's Theorem and equation. We will also learn about the Photoelectric Effect. We should have time to write one more practice AP Exam in class before the actual exams get underway.
Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 21 Magnetism. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test on May 5.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 14 Waves. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 14 test on May 6.
Science 8 - Students should complete all of workbook chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 3 test on April 28. Mr. Fuerderer will begin chapter 4 Waves on Wednesday, April 30.
We are nearly finished the course with only three more chapters to go (chapters 4, 5, and 6). Reminder to get started on your electronic project if you've not yet done so.
Math 9 - We will continue to study material in Chapter 5 Factoring Expressions. Students should complete all of the practice problems in each section of chapter 5. Reminder of the re-tests for chapters 4 and 7 on Tuesday, May 6.
Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 21 Magnetism. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test on May 5.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 14 Waves. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 14 test on May 6.
Science 8 - Students should complete all of workbook chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 3 test on April 28. Mr. Fuerderer will begin chapter 4 Waves on Wednesday, April 30.
We are nearly finished the course with only three more chapters to go (chapters 4, 5, and 6). Reminder to get started on your electronic project if you've not yet done so.
Math 9 - We will continue to study material in Chapter 5 Factoring Expressions. Students should complete all of the practice problems in each section of chapter 5. Reminder of the re-tests for chapters 4 and 7 on Tuesday, May 6.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
April 21, 2008 (week 31)
AP Physics 12 - We will finish chapter 22 Electromagnetism this week. We will also learn about the Photoelectric Effect (quantum physics). Students must complete 6 problems from old AP Exams on electricity and electromagnetism. Reminder of the Practice AP Exams from 3:30 to 9:30 on April 21. Free pizza dinner provided by the science department!
Physics 12 - We are currently studying chapter 21 Magnetism. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test on May 5.
Physics 11 - We are studying chapter 14 Waves. In addition to the lab activities students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 14 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal will get started with Chapter 3 Immune System. He is nearing the end of his student teacher practicum and we wish him all the best as he embarks upon his teaching career. Students should complete workbook chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Math 9 - We are studying chapter 5 Factoring Polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Physics 12 - We are currently studying chapter 21 Magnetism. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test on May 5.
Physics 11 - We are studying chapter 14 Waves. In addition to the lab activities students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 14 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal will get started with Chapter 3 Immune System. He is nearing the end of his student teacher practicum and we wish him all the best as he embarks upon his teaching career. Students should complete workbook chapter 3 in preparation for the chapter 3 test, date TBA.
Math 9 - We are studying chapter 5 Factoring Polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
April 14, 2008 (week 30)
AP Physics 12 - This week we will study chapter 22 Electromagnetism. We want to finish the course this week so that next week we can do some review in preparation for the AP Exam in May. Reminder of the AP Practice Exam session to be held on Monday, April 21 from 3:30 to 9:30 PM. Free pizza dinner to be provided by the science department!
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 20 Circuits Test on April 17. This week we start chapter 21 Magnetism. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 12 Thermal Energy Test on April 14. This week we start chapter 14 waves.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 2 Body Systems Test on April 14. This week Mr. Grewal will start chapter 3 Immune System. This is a great chapter for students who have not yet completed a science project. They should look through the chapter and find a topic to explore (virus, bacteria, diseases, other). The project must be an electronic presentation to the classroom - PowerPoint, photo slide show, video infomercial, etc.
Math 9 - Reminder of the chapter 4 Polynomials test on April 16. This week we begin chapter 5. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 20 Circuits Test on April 17. This week we start chapter 21 Magnetism. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 21 test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 12 Thermal Energy Test on April 14. This week we start chapter 14 waves.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 2 Body Systems Test on April 14. This week Mr. Grewal will start chapter 3 Immune System. This is a great chapter for students who have not yet completed a science project. They should look through the chapter and find a topic to explore (virus, bacteria, diseases, other). The project must be an electronic presentation to the classroom - PowerPoint, photo slide show, video infomercial, etc.
Math 9 - Reminder of the chapter 4 Polynomials test on April 16. This week we begin chapter 5. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 5.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
April 7, 2008 (week 29)
AP Physics 12 - We continue to race to finish the curriculum by the end of April so this week we will complete chapter 21 Magnetism. Reminder that we will write the chapter 20, 21 and 22 tests after the AP exams in late May. Reminder that Monday, April 21 from 3:30 - 9:30 we will have practice AP EXAMS for Physics, Chem and Biology. Students will write two different practice exams in six hours. Free pizza to be provided by the science department! Please share this information with other AP students.
Physics 12 - We will finish up chapter 20 this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 20 test on April 17.
Physics 11 - We will finish up chapter 12 this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test on April 14.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal (UBC) will wrap up chapter 2 Body Systems this week. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 2 in preparation for the chapter 2 test on April 14.
Math 9 - We are currently in the middle of chapter 4 Polynomials and this week we will learn how to multiply and divide polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on April 16.
Physics 12 - We will finish up chapter 20 this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 20 test on April 17.
Physics 11 - We will finish up chapter 12 this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test on April 14.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal (UBC) will wrap up chapter 2 Body Systems this week. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 2 in preparation for the chapter 2 test on April 14.
Math 9 - We are currently in the middle of chapter 4 Polynomials and this week we will learn how to multiply and divide polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on April 16.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
March 31, 2008 (week 28)
AP Physics 12 - We have to pick up the pace as there is only one month left for us to complete chapters 20, 21, and 22 plus a few extra topics that are unique to the AP syllabus. We will complete each chapter in 2 or 3 lessons so fasten your seatbelts and calculator belt-packs as we get set to fly! This week we will complete chapter 20 DC Circuits.
Physics 12 - This week we will begin chapter 20 DC Circuits. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - We will continue to study chapter 12 Thermal Energy and do a couple of interesting labs related to heat energy and heat transfer. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test on date TBA.
Science 8 - This week Mr. Grewal (UBC) will complete chapter 2 body systems. We will learn about nutrition and the digestive system. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 2 in preparation for the chapter 2 test on April 14.
Math 9 - We are currently working in chapter 4 Polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on April 17.
Physics 12 - This week we will begin chapter 20 DC Circuits. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter test, date TBA.
Physics 11 - We will continue to study chapter 12 Thermal Energy and do a couple of interesting labs related to heat energy and heat transfer. Students should complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test on date TBA.
Science 8 - This week Mr. Grewal (UBC) will complete chapter 2 body systems. We will learn about nutrition and the digestive system. Students must complete all of workbook chapter 2 in preparation for the chapter 2 test on April 14.
Math 9 - We are currently working in chapter 4 Polynomials. Students should complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the chapter 4 test on April 17.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Wednesday, March 26 (week 27)
Welcome back to school everyone. I hope that you had a great Spring Break and Easter Holiday. Now it's time to settle in for the home stretch with year-end and graduation just around the corner.
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 11 - This week we begin chapter 12 Thermal Energy. We will have the opportunity to do a few interesting lab activities in this chapter. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal (UBC student teacher) has done a nice job introducing us to chapter 2 Body Systems. This week you will continue to learn about some of the human body systems including Respiratory and Circulatory. Students must complete workbook chapter 2 at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 2 test, date TBA. Also, many students have yet to complete their science project worth 20% of term three mark. If you've not yet selected a topic and/or type of project please see Mr. Fuerderer for some suggestions.
Math 9 - This week we begin chapter 4 Polynomials. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the test, date TBA.
AP Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 12 - Reminder of the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 11 - This week we begin chapter 12 Thermal Energy. We will have the opportunity to do a few interesting lab activities in this chapter. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 12 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Mr. Grewal (UBC student teacher) has done a nice job introducing us to chapter 2 Body Systems. This week you will continue to learn about some of the human body systems including Respiratory and Circulatory. Students must complete workbook chapter 2 at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 2 test, date TBA. Also, many students have yet to complete their science project worth 20% of term three mark. If you've not yet selected a topic and/or type of project please see Mr. Fuerderer for some suggestions.
Math 9 - This week we begin chapter 4 Polynomials. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 4 in preparation for the test, date TBA.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
March 10, 2008 (week 26)
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete at least 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 12 - Students must complete at least 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 11 - Students must complete at least 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test on March 14.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 1 test on March 10. This week Mr. Grewal will get us started on chapter 2 Human Body Systems.
math 9 - We will finish up the chapter 7 project on Surface Area and Volume of 3-dimensional objects like prisms, cylinders and pyramids. Chapter 7 Projects are due March 14 in order to qualify for the early-bird bonus point!
Physics 12 - Students must complete at least 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 19 test on March 28.
Physics 11 - Students must complete at least 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test on March 14.
Science 8 - Reminder of the chapter 1 test on March 10. This week Mr. Grewal will get us started on chapter 2 Human Body Systems.
math 9 - We will finish up the chapter 7 project on Surface Area and Volume of 3-dimensional objects like prisms, cylinders and pyramids. Chapter 7 Projects are due March 14 in order to qualify for the early-bird bonus point!
Thursday, February 28, 2008
March 3, 2008 (week 25)
AP Physics 12 - This week we will write a practice AP EXAM and begin chapter 19 Electric Potential.
Physics 12 - This week we will begin chapter 19 Electric Potential.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 11 Energy Conservation this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Quiz on chapter 1.2 Cell Organelles on March 3. This week we welcome Mr. Grewal (UBC student teacher) who will help us to finish up chapter 1 on Cells. Students must complete workbook chapter 1 in preparation for the chapter 1 test on March 10.
Math 9 - Reminder of the chapter 6 trigonometry test on March 4. This week we begin chapter 7 Area and Volume of various shapes and figures. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 7.
Physics 12 - This week we will begin chapter 19 Electric Potential.
Physics 11 - We will finish chapter 11 Energy Conservation this week. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test, date TBA.
Science 8 - Quiz on chapter 1.2 Cell Organelles on March 3. This week we welcome Mr. Grewal (UBC student teacher) who will help us to finish up chapter 1 on Cells. Students must complete workbook chapter 1 in preparation for the chapter 1 test on March 10.
Math 9 - Reminder of the chapter 6 trigonometry test on March 4. This week we begin chapter 7 Area and Volume of various shapes and figures. Students must complete the practice problems in each section of chapter 7.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
February 25, 2008 (week 24)
AP Physics 12 - Reminder that Feb 25th is the make-up date for those students who have missed a test in term 2, or those who have failed a test and wish to re-write. We have finished chapter 18 Electrostatics and students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 12 - Reminder that Feb 25th is the make-up date for those students who have missed a test in term 2, or those who have failed a test and with to re-write. We have finished chapter 18 Electrostatics and students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 9 Momentum test on February 25, as well as the chapter 10.1 quiz on Work, Energy, Power. This week we will complete chapter 11 Energy Conservation. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test on March 4th.
Science 8 - This week we will learn about plant cells and animal cells, their similarities and differences. Students must memorize the main organelles and their function. Expect a quiz on section 1.2 on March 3. Students should also complete workbook chapter 1 at their own pace, in preparation for the chapter 1 test on March 10.
Math 9 - We have completed chapter 6 Trigonometry and we will spend one more period practicint to solve word problems involving triangles. Students should complete the practice problems from each section in chapter 6 in preparation for the chapter 6 test on March 4.
Physics 12 - Reminder that Feb 25th is the make-up date for those students who have missed a test in term 2, or those who have failed a test and with to re-write. We have finished chapter 18 Electrostatics and students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 11 - Reminder of the chapter 9 Momentum test on February 25, as well as the chapter 10.1 quiz on Work, Energy, Power. This week we will complete chapter 11 Energy Conservation. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test on March 4th.
Science 8 - This week we will learn about plant cells and animal cells, their similarities and differences. Students must memorize the main organelles and their function. Expect a quiz on section 1.2 on March 3. Students should also complete workbook chapter 1 at their own pace, in preparation for the chapter 1 test on March 10.
Math 9 - We have completed chapter 6 Trigonometry and we will spend one more period practicint to solve word problems involving triangles. Students should complete the practice problems from each section in chapter 6 in preparation for the chapter 6 test on March 4.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
February 18, 2008 (week 23)
AP Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 18 Electrostatics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 18 Electrostatics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 11 - This week we will begin to study chapter 11 Conservation of Mechanical Energy. Students should complete all of the practice problems in the chapter and are expected to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test, date TBA. Reminder of the chapter 10.1 Quiz on February 25.
Science 8 - This week we will learn about chapter 1 Cells, comparing plant cells to animal cells. Students should complete the workbook chapter 1 at their own pace in preparation for the test, date TBA.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 6 Trigonometry. We will do lots of small quizzes to check for understanding. Students are expected to do the PRACTICE problems in each section of chapter 6 in preparation for the chapter 6 test on March 1st.
Physics 12 - This week we will finish chapter 18 Electrostatics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 18 test on February 28.
Physics 11 - This week we will begin to study chapter 11 Conservation of Mechanical Energy. Students should complete all of the practice problems in the chapter and are expected to complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 11 test, date TBA. Reminder of the chapter 10.1 Quiz on February 25.
Science 8 - This week we will learn about chapter 1 Cells, comparing plant cells to animal cells. Students should complete the workbook chapter 1 at their own pace in preparation for the test, date TBA.
Math 9 - This week we will finish chapter 6 Trigonometry. We will do lots of small quizzes to check for understanding. Students are expected to do the PRACTICE problems in each section of chapter 6 in preparation for the chapter 6 test on March 1st.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
February 11, 2008 (week 22)
AP Physics 12 - Spring Exam on Feb 11 and a practice AP Spring Exam on Feb 13. Later this week we will start chapter 18 Electrostatics (static electricity). This is a relativily short and easy chapter but it is fundamental to your success in the upcoming chapters on electricity and magnetism.
Physics 12 - Spring Exam on Feb 11. This week we begin chapter 18 Electrostatics. This is a rather short and easy chapter but a very important one that is fundamental to your success in the upcoming chapters on electricity and magnetism.
Physics 11 - Spring Exam on Feb 12. This week we will begin chapter 10 Work, Energy and Power. This is still in the realm of classical (old-school) physics and we will learn to solve problems involving kinetic and potential energy.
Science 8 - Reminder to have your workbook chapter 9 completed in preparation for the chapter 9 test on Feb 11/12. This week we begin chapter 1 Cells. Students will practice using a microscope to view specimens and to make drawings of the speciments under magnigication. Students should begin working on workbook chapter 1.
Math 9 - We are currently working on chapter 6 Trigonometry (the mathematics of triangles). Students are to complete the practice problems in every section of chapter 6 in preparation for their chapter 6 test, date TBA.
Physics 12 - Spring Exam on Feb 11. This week we begin chapter 18 Electrostatics. This is a rather short and easy chapter but a very important one that is fundamental to your success in the upcoming chapters on electricity and magnetism.
Physics 11 - Spring Exam on Feb 12. This week we will begin chapter 10 Work, Energy and Power. This is still in the realm of classical (old-school) physics and we will learn to solve problems involving kinetic and potential energy.
Science 8 - Reminder to have your workbook chapter 9 completed in preparation for the chapter 9 test on Feb 11/12. This week we begin chapter 1 Cells. Students will practice using a microscope to view specimens and to make drawings of the speciments under magnigication. Students should begin working on workbook chapter 1.
Math 9 - We are currently working on chapter 6 Trigonometry (the mathematics of triangles). Students are to complete the practice problems in every section of chapter 6 in preparation for their chapter 6 test, date TBA.
Friday, February 1, 2008
February 4, 2008 (week 21)
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 9 in preparation for the Torque test on Feb 5. Also, we will do some review (practice exams) in preparation for the Spring Exam on Feb 11.
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 9 in preparation for the Torque test on Feb 5. Also, we will do some review (practice exams) in preparation for the Spring Exam on Feb 11.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 9 Impulse and Momentum. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 9 Momentum test on February 14. We will also review (practice exams) for the Spring Exam on Feb 12.
Science 8 - Students should finish reading and complete workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the chapter 9 test on Feb 11. We will also be starting chapter 1 Cells this week and soon we will welcome UBC student teacher Mr. Grewal who has a degree in biochemistry!
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems from chapter 9 in preparation for the Torque test on Feb 5. Also, we will do some review (practice exams) in preparation for the Spring Exam on Feb 11.
Physics 11 - This week we will finish chapter 9 Impulse and Momentum. Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 9 Momentum test on February 14. We will also review (practice exams) for the Spring Exam on Feb 12.
Science 8 - Students should finish reading and complete workbook chapter 9 in preparation for the chapter 9 test on Feb 11. We will also be starting chapter 1 Cells this week and soon we will welcome UBC student teacher Mr. Grewal who has a degree in biochemistry!
Thursday, January 24, 2008
January 28, 2008 (week 20)
AP Physics 12 - We will continue to work on chapter 9 Torque problems. Students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation for the Ch 9 test on February 5. Reminder to get studying for the SPRING EXAM (worth 20% of term 2 mark) scheduled for February 11.
Physics 12 - We will continue to work on chapter 9 Torque problems. Students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation foe the Ch 9 test on February 5. Reminder to get studying for the SPRING EXAM (worth 20% of term 2 mark) scheduled for February 11. Help is available Wednesday mornings during collaboration time in room E202.
Physics 11 - We will continue to work on chapter 9 Momentum and Impulse. We will do a few simple activities to emphasize the concept of conservation of momentum. Reminder of the SPRING EXAM (worth 20% of term 2 mark) scheduled for February 11. Help is available Wednesday mornings during collaboration time in room E202.
Science 8 - We are currently reading chapter 9 Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems. Students should be completing the workbook at their own pace. Reminder to Science Fair participants that they are expected to make a "dry-run" presentation to the class sometime this week.
Physics 12 - We will continue to work on chapter 9 Torque problems. Students must complete a minimum of 25 practice problems in preparation foe the Ch 9 test on February 5. Reminder to get studying for the SPRING EXAM (worth 20% of term 2 mark) scheduled for February 11. Help is available Wednesday mornings during collaboration time in room E202.
Physics 11 - We will continue to work on chapter 9 Momentum and Impulse. We will do a few simple activities to emphasize the concept of conservation of momentum. Reminder of the SPRING EXAM (worth 20% of term 2 mark) scheduled for February 11. Help is available Wednesday mornings during collaboration time in room E202.
Science 8 - We are currently reading chapter 9 Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems. Students should be completing the workbook at their own pace. Reminder to Science Fair participants that they are expected to make a "dry-run" presentation to the class sometime this week.
Friday, January 18, 2008
January 21, 2008 (week 19)
AP Physics 12 - We have started chapter 9 Torque. We will also try to wrap up chapter 15 Thermodynamics. Reminder of the Spring Examination on February 11.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 9 Torque. Reminder of the Spring Examination on February 11.
Physics 11 - We will start chapter 9 Momentum and Impulse. Students should prepare their own study notes and complete the relativity worksheets in preparation for the Special Relativity Test on January 24. Also, reminder of the Spring Examination on February 11.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 8 in preparation for the chapter 8 test on January 23. We will start chapter 9 Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems.
Physics 12 - We have started chapter 9 Torque. Reminder of the Spring Examination on February 11.
Physics 11 - We will start chapter 9 Momentum and Impulse. Students should prepare their own study notes and complete the relativity worksheets in preparation for the Special Relativity Test on January 24. Also, reminder of the Spring Examination on February 11.
Science 8 - Students must complete workbook chapter 8 in preparation for the chapter 8 test on January 23. We will start chapter 9 Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems.
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
January 14, 2008 (week 18)
AP Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the chapter 7 test on January 15. This week we will finish up chapter 15 thermodynamics and we will start chapter 9 torque. Reminder to get studying for the physics spring exam scheduled for early February.
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the ch 7 test on January 15. This week we will start chapter 9 (Torque). Reminder to get studying for the physics spring exam scheduled for early February.
Physics 11 - We will finish our brief unit on Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. Since this topic is not coverered in our texts students need to pay close attention to the teacher and take good notes. Students must complete the assigned worksheets in preparation for the test next week, test date TBA.
Science 8 - We will finish chapter 8 Fluids this week. Students should be completing section 8 of their workbook at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 8 test on January 23.
Physics 12 - Students must complete a minimum of 25 problems in preparation for the ch 7 test on January 15. This week we will start chapter 9 (Torque). Reminder to get studying for the physics spring exam scheduled for early February.
Physics 11 - We will finish our brief unit on Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. Since this topic is not coverered in our texts students need to pay close attention to the teacher and take good notes. Students must complete the assigned worksheets in preparation for the test next week, test date TBA.
Science 8 - We will finish chapter 8 Fluids this week. Students should be completing section 8 of their workbook at their own pace in preparation for the chapter 8 test on January 23.
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