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).

Sci 8: Fri May 22 - QQQ and Catch up time

 Today you wrote QQQ #10, and then we had some catch up time!

Chem 12: Fri May 22 - Electrochemical Cells

 After the QQQ today, we had a look at Electrochemical Cells. Practice is on pg. 217 #34-35.

Chem 12: Thurs May 21 - Oxidation Numbers Reduction Series

 Today we had a look at Oxidation numbers and how to use them to balance (practice on pg. 194 #3-5 (calculating ON), and pg. 210 #25 (balancing)). After break we had some J.o.W, and looked at the series of Standard Reduction Potentials from your data booklet (practice on pg. 199 #7 - 8).

Sci 8: Thurs May 21 - Lenses and Distillers

 Today we had a look at lenses some more. We looked at this simulation and then you had a chance to work on the Lenses Lab. After break, we had some J.o.W, and then you got to collect your distillers and work on your write up of how they work.

HS 101: Wed May 20 - Catch up Class

 Today we had a very small class, so we had some catch up time! You worked on completing any missing projects!

Sci 8: Tues May 19 - Lenses and Distillers

 Today we worked on the basics of how lenses focus light. We read together pgs. 190 - 193 and then we filled in the main ideas on this notes sheet (here is the completed version).Towards the end of class, we went outside and set up your solar water distillers.

Chem 12: Tues May 19 - Balancing Redox Rxns

 Today we built on the Half Reaction Balancing from last class by Balancing full Redox Rxns. Practice on pg. 207 #24.

HS 101: Tues May 19 - Catan intro

 We were a VERY small class today, so we started in on our introduction to Catan.

HS 101: Thurs May 14 - QQQ, RSS, and Myblueprint

 Today you wrote QQQ #2, we had a look at the RSS website project, and then we had you all sign up for Myblueprint.ca

Sci 8: Wed May 13 - Refraction and Rainbows!

 Today we had some time to have a look at REFRACTION. We read pgs. 174 - 175 and then took down some notes and did example questions. After break we did the QQQ #9, and had some J.o.W. which lead to How are Rainbows formed. We'll start in on Lenses Next week!

Chem 12: Wed May 13 - Unit 4 Test and Balancing Half-Reactions

 Today you wrote the Unit 4: Acids and Bases Test. After break we had a lockdown drill and had a look at how to balance half-reactions. Your practice was on pg. 203 #19. Here is the Quick Question:

Chem 12: Tues May 12 - Unit 5 Electrochemistry Intro

 Today we introduced Unit 5: Electrochemistry (we also discussed how the pH scale regions shift with temperature...). Here are the notes, and practice can be found on pg. 192 #1 & 2. 

Sci 8: Tues May 12 - Curved Mirrors!

 Today we figured out how curved mirrors affect rays of light. We had a class read-aloud of pgs. 185-186, you filled in this notes sheet (here is the completed version), and then you did some practice on pg. 189 #2-6. We had a few minutes at the end to work on your Distiller Project (we'll test run them on Tuesday!)

HS 101: Mon May 11 - Bits & Bytes

 Today we discussed the different sizes of computer memory from individual bits all the way up to Petabytes (and beyond!). After that, you got to practice the binary place values with 2048!

Chem 12: Mon May 11 - Review Time!

 Today you had time to finish off your Unit 4 Review Assignment and Lab 20G.

Sci 8: Mon May 11 - Plane Mirrors

 Today we had a look at Plane Mirrors (not airplanes...). We did the first page of this Notes Sheet and then this Practice (here are the completed versions).

Sci 8: Fri May 8 - The Law of Reflection

 After the QQQ today, we finished off the Law of Reflection notes (here is the completed version - pg. 3 is extra practice if you need it). After that, you had time to work on the Law of Reflection Assignment (due on Monday).

Chem 12: Fri May 8 - Unit 4 Recap

 After the QQQ today, we had a look at the Unit 4 Recap. Then you had time to work on the Practice Review (here's the KEY), and the Unit 4 Review Assignment (due at the end of Monday's review class).

HS 101: Thurs May 7 - Binary Numbers!

 Today we accidentally did some math! It turns out that binary numbers kind of make sense once you get past the different place values.... you should be close to done the Counting in Binary Project.

Chem 12: Wed May 6 - Lab 20G Titrations!

 Today we did parts 1 and 2 of Lab 20G (part 3 is optional for some bonus challenge!). Lab report will be due Tuesday. You also received the Unit 4 Review Practice.

Sci 8: Wed Apr 6 - Creating Light, Distillers, and the Law of Reflection.

 We had a busy day today! We started by talking about how to create light. Then we talked about how light can pass through some objects with this notes sheet (here's the completed version).Then we talked about the Solar Water Distiller project. After break we went to the Wellness fair, and then we started talking about the Law of Refelction (we'll finish it on Friday after the QQQ).

Sci 8: Tues May 5 - The Electromagnetic Spectrum

 Today investigated the Electromagnetic Spectrum. You read pgs. 152 - 160 in your textbook, then you summarized the key ideas on this notes sheet (here's the summary we did together). We also had a look at an infrared camera and this video on the history of light, and the Electromagnetic Spectrum.

HS 101: Tues May 5 - Toaster vs. Computer

 Today we had a deeper look at how computers do Input, Storage, Processing, and Output. Then you had a chance to do the What is a Computer Project (Toaster vs. Computer).

Chem 12: Tues May 5 - Titrations

Today we wrapped up our final lesson of Unit 4 - Titrations. After the notes, you had some practice on pg. 158 #94-96, 103. 

Sci 8: Mon May 4 - Visible Light

 Today we finished up our discussion of visible light; we finished the Notes Sheet (filled version), you read pgs. 144 - 148 in the textbook, and you have practice questions on pg. 151 #2-5,7-9,12a to finish for homework.

Chem 12: Mon May 4 - Weak Acids/Bases Calculations

 Today we did a bunch of calculations with weak acids and weak bases (and ICE boxes)! Here are the notes, and you're practice is on pg. 152 #74-83 & pg. 153 #84-93.

Chem 12: Fri May 1 - Buffers

 Today you wrote QQQ #8, and then we had a look at how Buffers stabilize pH. Practice on pg. 181 #131-140.

HS 101: Fri May 1 - QQQ #1 and wrapping up some projects.

 Today you wrote QQQ #1 and then we talked about file naming. You then had time to finish up some of our intro projects, and we wrapped up with discussing What Makes a Computer a Computer?

Sci 8: Fri May 1 - Making Shadows!

Today you got to make some Shadows! You followed along with this activity (it's due to be handed in now), and then we started in on the Visible Light Notes which we'll finish on Monday.