Sci 8: Tues Jun 2 - Unit 5 Plate Tectonics Intro

 Today we introduced Unit 5: Plate Tectonics. You worked through the first few pages of the Notes Booklet using The powerpoint on the Structure of the Earth and the one for Plate Tectonics. Optics Review due tomorrow before the test!

HS 101: Tues Jun 2 - Internet Searching & Course Planning

 Today we had a look at how Internet Searches work. Then you had time to work on the Course Planning project.

Chem 12: Tues Jun 2 - Electrolysis

 Today we had a look at Electrolysis! Practice on pg. 242 #65,66 & pg. 244 #73,75

Sci 8: Mon Jun 1 - Optics Review time!

 Today you had the whole class to finish off the Unit 4 Optics Review Assignment in preparation for the test on Wednesday morning!

Chem 12: Mon Jun 1 - Cells and Voltage pt. 2

 Today we had another look at cells and voltage. Practice on pg. 228 #47. It's also time to start thinking about studying for the final exam...

Chem 12: Fri May 29 - Electric Potentials

After the quiz today, we had a look at Electric Potentials from redox rxns. Then you had time to practice: pg. 224 #36-38

HS 101: Fri May 29 - Sending data across the internet

 Today we had a look at how we send data across the internet. You also had time to complete the compatibility project using your myBlueprint survey results.

Sci 8: Fri May 29 - Unit 4 Review Time!

 After the QQQ today, we did a recap of Unit 4: Optics. Then you had time to work on the Review Assignment: Pg. 164 #1,5-12,15abc; Pg. 198 #1,3-6,8-11,13,15,17,18; Pg. 230 #1-4 (and any other missing work you may have) - we will only have one more review class so plan accordingly! Test is on Wednesday June 3rd!

Sci 8: Thurs May 28 - Eye Dissection!

 Today you had a chance to do the Sheep Eye Dissection! Instructions for the lab are on pgs. 212-213 of your textbook. Your lab report (with the questions from the textbook and a conclusion) is due on Monday.

Chem 12: Thurs May 28 - Lab 21 C Pt. 2

 Today you had your final lab experiment! We worked through Lab 21C (Part 2 only). You had ample time for the experiment and we spent some time discussion what should go in your lab report (pt. 2 calculations, follow-up #1, conclusion) - the classes average [Fe2+] was 0.1027M. Your report is due on Monday.

HS 101: Wed 27 - What is the Internet?

 Today we had a shorter class due to the drama production, but before the play, we had a good discussion about "What is the Internet?"

Chem 12: Tues May 26 - Redox Titrations

 Today we broke down the key ideas of Redox Titrations. Practice on pg. 213 # 26 - 28. Lab 21C (Part 2 only) next day, so come prepared!

Sci 8: Tues May 26 - Retinas, Corrective Lenses, and Distillers pt. 2

 Today we wrapped up the last "new material" for our optics unit. We discussed the structure of the retina, how corrective lenses work, and had a look at some examples of optical instruments that make use of lenses and mirrors to focus light. At the end of class, you got to set up your distillers for another test run.

Chem 12: Mon May 25 - Catch up Day!

 Today we took a bit of a breather. After QQ, we had a look at this visualization of electrochemical cells, and then you had time to get caught up on missing things. You also received the Electrochemistry Assignment (note the update to #4a: NH4+).

Sci 8: Mon May 25 - Human Vision

 Today was all about how you see You read pgs. 202-206,208, we discussed the key ideas, and then we labelled this diagram with extra notes on the back (Here is the completed version).