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Science 9 Lesson Log
Jun 20 - We learned about human sexual reproduction and embryonic development watching Life's Greatest Miracle.
Jun 18 - We had guest speaker, Dr. Glover come and speak to us about skin cancer, and how to avoid it being "sun safe".
Jun 14 - Students finished the Meiosis Booklet. Then we learned about different strategies of sexual and asexual reproduction through this activity.
Jun 12 - We discussed the differences between asexual and sexual reproduction. Then we learned how gametes are produced, through the process of meiosis, taking these notes. Assignment: Meiosis Booklet pg 2 only.
Jun 10 - Students presented their Cancer projects. Great jobs! If you missed presentation day, please make sure I have your file or poster for marking. Share any Google Slides or Docs with me.
Jun 6 We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was the last day to work on it. Here is the Project Grading Rubric. Presentations will happen on Monday... Ready or not!!
Jun 4 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 4 of 5 to work on it. Here is the Project Grading Rubric.
May 31 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 3 of 5 to work on it (I've extended the work time by a class) The Project Grading Rubric was shared with students.
May 29 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 2 of 4 to work on it.
May 27 - We reviewed the Mitosis In Real Cells activity, and students handed it in. Then we watched this video about how cancer relates to the cell cycle (up to the 7 minute mark). Finally we started on our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. Cancer types were assigned today, and students will have 4 classes to work on it.
May 23 - We took these notes on the Cell Cycle, and students determined the phase of the cell cycle described on the back side. Then we worked on the Mitosis In Real Cells activity. Anyone not finished or away needs to complete this for next class.
May 21 - We reviewed the terms we learned last day, and then we learned about the process of Mitosis, doing this MicroViewer Activity.
May 16 - We discussed last day's lab, and took these notes learning about some genetics terminology.
May 14 - We did the DNA Extraction Lab, extracting DNA out of a strawberry, and looking at it under the microscope. We will go over the discussion questions next day.
May 10 - We reviewed the parts of the cell, colouring this picture with a matching colour code of the names of the organelles on the other side. Use the link above for information. Finish for next class.
May 7 - We had a Science News Day, learning about current scientific events using the Science News for Students website (link above).
May 3 - We wrote our Chemistry Unit Test. Students who missed it due to absence... Expect to write it next class!
May 1 - We reviewed the lab that we performed last day, and we also reviewed the answers to the assignment questions from 2 classes ago. Then we played this game of Trashketball to review the material we may see in our upcoming test next class.
Apr 29 - We completed this lab activity, making O2 and H2 gases. We will discuss it next class. Anyone who didn't complete the assignment from the previous class should do so for Wednesday!
Apr 25 - We learned how to name covalent compounds, completing these notes. Then the rest of the class was spent working on the text assignment at the bottom of the page (Text Pg 151 #3-9, Pg 170 #1,2, Pg 171 #1-3 Pg 173 # 1-9) up to #7 on pg 173 only.
Apr 23 - We discussed and handed in the lab we did last class. Then we started to learn about "covalent" compounds, filling in the front side of these notes with this information. Then students worked on the assignment: Text Pg 151 #3-9. Work on this for next class.
Apr 17 - We completed this lab on Ionic Compounds. We will discuss the analysis questions next class.
Apr 15 - We reviewed the assignment that was due, and then we started this assignment learning about where we find some of these polyatomic ions. No homework.
Apr 11 - Periods 6 and 7 worked on questions from the Text... Pg 161 #2, Pg 163 #2, and Pg 165 #1,2. Due next day. Also, students were given time to work on any overdue work they may have. Then we wrote this Check-Up Quiz.
Period 8... We reviewed the pgs 161 and 163 that were due. Then students worked on Pg 165 #1,2. Due next day. Also, students were given time to work on any overdue work they may have. Then we wrote this Check-Up Quiz.
Were you away?? Do the questions from the text and then write the Check-Up Quiz on your own and hand it in to me.
Apr 9 - We reviewed last day's assignment, and periods 7 and 8 completed the sheet and handed it in. Then Periods 7 and 8 worked on Text questions: Pg 161 #2 and pg 163 #2... Due next day (see text link above). Per 6 played a "Go Fish for an Ion" game... no homework for you.
Apr 5 - We had a check-up quiz to see how students were picking up this material, and students finished the assignment they started last day. Then we learned about how to write the formulas and names of ionic compounds without having to draw the electron transfer. Assignment: Practice with Ionic Compounds WS. (Periods 7 and 8, only the first 3 lines of the grid and the questions at the bottom; Period 6 - all) Due next day.
Apr 3 - We reviewed the last day's assignment, and learned how ionic compounds form, taking these notes, and then doing some practice questions on the back side. Assignment: Per 6 - all the back side; Per 7 and 8 - first 4 on the back side.
Apr 1 - We reviewed what we had learned about ions, and worked on this practice assignment. Assignment: Complete it for next class.
Mar 14 - Everyone is done with SHE now, so we're back on track! Today we learned about the formation of ions, taking these notes, and working on this practice assignment. Have a great spring break... Don't worry about finishing the assignment; we'll get back into it after the break!!
Mar 12 - Day 4 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. Most students completed and handed it in, but anyone wanting extra time can have the next couple of days to complete it. It is due at the beginning of Thursday's class.
Mar 8 - Day 3 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. It will be due Tues Mar 12.
Mar 6 - Students got really underway on this poster project about the Periodic Table. This was day 2 of 4. It will be due Tues Mar 12.
Mar 4 - We finished up these notes about the families and groupings in the periodic table. We watched this video about cesium, this video about fluorine, and this video about Mendeleev's creation of the Periodic Table. Finally, students got a start on this poster project about the Periodic Table.
Period 6 is finished SHE, and Periods 7/8 are now in SHE for 4 classes.
Feb 28 - Day 4 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. Most students completed and handed it in, but anyone wanting extra time can have the weekend to complete it. It is due at the beginning of Monday's class.
Feb 26 - Day 3 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. It will be due Thu, Feb 28.
Feb 21 - Students got really underway on this poster project about the Periodic Table. This was day 2 of 4. It will be due Thu, Feb 28.
Feb 19 - We finished up these notes about the families and groupings in the periodic table. We watched this video about cesium, this video about fluorine, and this video about Mendeleev's creation of the Periodic Table. Finally, students got a start on this poster project about the Periodic Table.
Feb 14 - We discussed the Flame Test Lab that we did the previous class, and handed in the lab booklet. Then we started to learn about the organization of the periodic table, taking some notes, and watching some demonstrations. No homework.
Feb 12 - We quickly reviewed the answers to the assignment that was due today, and then we performed this Flame Test Lab. We will complete the discussion questions next class, if not already done.
Feb 8 - We had a quick check-up quiz on what we learned last class, and watched this Crash Course video on atomic structure. Then we learned about how to draw Bohr Models of atoms, and finally students worked on this assignment drawing Bohr Models of the first 18 elements. Complete for next day.
Feb 6 - We took these notes to review Atomic Structure. Then we worked on this assignment to practice determining the atomic structure of atoms. Assignment: Complete this for next class.
Feb 4 - We started our new Chemistry unit by working in groups to review some of the terms we've learned over the last few years through this activity. No homework.
Jan 31 - We wrote the test.
Jan 29 - We prepared for the test we'll be having next class, based on what we've covered since the Winter Break. Students handed in their assignment from last class. Then they worked on this Extra Practice Assignment on calculations. and finally they worked on Review Questions from the text (see link above)... Pg 272-274 #3,4,15,16,27,28,35. The worksheet is assigned to be completed for next class. The text questions are a "strong recommendation".
Jan 25 - We explored how to use the "Energuide" label to make informed decisions when shopping for appliances bu completing this "Shoppin' Smart" assignment. To view The Appliance Catalogue for the assignment, log into Google Classroom... Class Code 3tnns6
Jan 23 - We reviewed the assignment that was due today, and then we spent the remaining part of the class playing a great game of Trashketball! No homework.
Jan 21 - We reviewed the assignment that was due today, and then students spent the rest of the class completing the back side of the Consumption & Cost WS. Assignment: Complete the back side for next class.
Jan 17 - We had a Check-Up Quiz on the electricity calculations we've been learning. Then we learned how to calculate energy consumption, and the cost of it. We took these notes. Assignment: Consumption & Cost WS (front side only)
Jan 15 - We reviewed the assignment from last class, and then we worked on a lab to determine the power ratings of different resistors. Discussion questions are due next class.
Jan 11 - We learned about the concept of electrical "power", filling in this notes sheet with this information. Then we did the Power Investigation on the back side of the notes sheet, and finally students completed this Ohm's Law and Power Calculations WS. It is due next class.
Jan 9 - We reviewed the answers for the Ohm's Law calculations assignment. Then we learned how to wire a 3-way circuit, like you find in a staircase or hallway, by completing the Investigation 3-I on page 249 of the text. Students handed in their circuit diagram at the end of class. No homework.
Jan 7 - Welcome back! We started by reviewing Ohm's Law calculations in this assignment. It is due next class. Then students completed this Circuit Challenge, discovering how to make parallel circuits. It should have been handed in at the end of class, but if not, please complete it and hand it in next day.
****Winter Break****
Dec 20 - Students handed in their "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Then we created Christmas cards that were "lit".
Dec 18 - Students performed their experiment from the "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Next class, students can complete analyzing their data and hand it in.
Dec 14 - Students moved on to the "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. They worked on Questions 1-4, designing the experiment they will perform next class (Tuesday). Students who were absent need to be sure they are prepared for Tuesday, with a procedure and data table ready to go.
Dec 12 - We worked on the data analysis questions in this Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Students should now be completed all the way to question 14. If not, whatever is remaining is for homework. Students should also be thinking of what their question will be for the "Now It's Your Turn" section.
Dec 10 - We did a quick review of what we learned last week about Ohm's Law, and then we got a start on this Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Students gathered all their data, and started to analyze it. Assignment: Complete up to and including #3 in the Data Analysis section. Due next day.
Dec 6 - In Block 6 and 8, we discussed resistance. See these slides and notes for Block 6 and these notes for Block 8. For Mr. Kessler, the key version of the notes are in the wall unit of the classroom. We also began a short resistor lab. In Block 7, we went through the current notes from last day.This was Mr.Glover and Mr.Kessler's last day! It was a pleasure being student teachers in your classes these past three months.
Happy Holidays! We hope to see you all again in the future! - Mr.Glover and Mr.Kessler
Dec 4 - In Block 6 and 8, we did some current notes (these slides and handout for Mr.Glover and these notes for Mr.Kessler) and we did a short lab where we measured current. For Mr. Kessler, the key version of the notes are in the wall unit of the classroom. Here is the handout for the current lab. For Block 7 we finished our fruit battery from last day.
Nov 30 - We finished our battery lab using lemons, limes, and potatoes for the blocks that were not at the Career Fair (Block 6 and Block 8). Block 7 missed class due to the Career Fair.
Nov 28 - We started our Battery lab using lemons, limes, and potatoes. We will continue this during the classes (Block 6 and Block 8) that are not at the Career Fair on Friday.
Nov 26 - We started discussing Batteries. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes. Mr. Kessler's classes (Block 7 and 8) used these notes and the textbook. See the link above to access the Electricity unit of the textbook.
Nov 22 - We did a Predict/Observe/Explain with the Van de Graaff generator to play with the concepts around static electricity.
Nov 20 - We discussed Static Electricity today. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes. Mr.Kessler's class used these notes. You can pick up the key version of the notes in the wall unit of the classroom. The Earth Science Projects are overdue by almost two weeks. Emails have been sent to parents with student's missing work. Students who have not yet submitted their final project are expected to be in Room 13 for the duration of lunch until the project is completed!
Nov 16 - We started our Physics unit on Electricity! We started off with a static electricity race. We raced objects down the hallway without touching them using only static electricity to repel or attract objects. Congrats to the winners from each class!
Nov 8 - Third and final work period for the Earth Science project. The project is now due!
Nov 6 - We worked on our final Earth Science Project. See last class for the handout. This was the second of three classes to work on it. It will be due at the end of class on Thursday Nov 8. Students have been advised that if they do not feel that they will be able to complete it during Thursday's class to get some work done at home.
Nov 1 - We started working on our project (the first of three classes to work on it). Here is the handout with the rubric and expectations. The photo project assignment will be due on Thursday Nov 8.
Oct 31 - We discussed Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycles (our final topic of the unit!). Mr Glover's classes (Block 6 and 7) used these slides and these notes. Mr.Kessler's class used these notes. Happy Halloween!
Oct 29 - We discussed the Carbon and Water Cycles with these notes and this handout for Mr.Glover's class (Block 6) and these notes for Mr. Kessler's class (Block 7 and 8), which you can find printed notes in the wall unit of the classroom. We also discussed that students must upload the photo from the field trip ASAP. Click on the following link to access a Google Drive folder for your class section. Upload your photo with your first and last name as the file name. Photos must be uploaded by Wednesday evening.
Science 9 Block 6
Science 9 Block 7
Science 9 Block 8
Oct 25 - We went to mission creek on a field trip. If you were missing on the day of the field trip, please see Mr. Glover, Mr. Kessler, or Mr. Pengilly ASAP.
Oct 23 - We continued discussing Food Chains and Food Webs. For Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) we finished our notes from last day. For Both Mr. Glover's and Mr. Kessler's class we modeled the complexity of food webs in an ecosystem and played a ecosystem game. We also collected the field trip permission forms, and what you need to bring on the field trip (pen/pencil, paper, snack, water, appropriate footwear and appropriate clothing). For Block 8 and 7, you are meet at Mr. Pengilly's classroom first thing in the morning for attendance, and will be leaving promptly For Block 6, you are to meet in Mr. Pengilly's room after lunch for attendance, and will be leaving promptly.
Oct 18 - We began discussing Food Chains and Food Webs. For Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) we used these slides and these skeleton notes and for Mr. Kessler's classes we used these notes (Block 7 and 8). For Mr. Kessler's class you can pick up the printed key version of the notes, which are located in the Science 9 section of the wall unit. We also handed out a field trip form for our trip to Mission Creek on Thursday next week (Oct 25). The completed field trip form MUST be returned next class on Tuesday Oct 23. Block 7 and 8 students will go for the entire morning and will miss their other class (ie. Block 8 Science 9 students will miss their Block 7 class and vice versa). Block 6 will be gone the entire afternoon and miss their Block 5 classes. More details will follow next Tuesday. Enjoy your long weekend!
Oct 16 - We worked on (and started to complete) our tree labs from last day. We will have 10 minutes to finish these labs next class.
Oct 12 - We went for a short walk to the parking lot across the street and measured the height of trees for our tree lab. We will be using our measurements we collected next class to calculate the biomass of the tree (in tons). See these slides for instructions. And this was our handout. Only one handout will be collected per group.
Oct 10 - We finished our notes from last day on Photosynthesis and Respiration. We then played the Bioman Photosynthesis and Respiration game to help memorize the equations and the reactants and products. Bring a jacket next day since we will be doing a lab outside! We filled out an exit slip (What are the full chemical equations for photosynthesis and respiration?) before leaving class and handed out an entry ticket for next day ("Describe how a tree gains mass?" and "How does the mass of a tree link to climate change and global warming?"). The entry ticket is due at the beginning of next class before we start the lab.
Oct 4 - We began discussing Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes and Mr. Kessler's classes (Block 7 and 8) used these notes. We also spoke to students about missing work. Please see Freshgrade for marks and missing work. Interim reports were also sent back, the same information on the interim was also updated on Freshgrade as Interim Work Habit.
Oct 2 - We finished discussing Ocean and Wind currents. See the notes from last day for Mr. Glover''s class. For Mr. Kessler's class we did these notes on hurricanes and Ocean currents.
Sept 28 - We started discussing Ocean and Wind currents. See these notes for Mr.Glover's class (Blocks 6 and 7) and these notes for Mr.Kessler's class (Block 8). We also started to work more on our mind maps.
Sept 26 - We did a short lab exploring what happens when warm water (with red dye), cold water (with blue dye), and cold salty water (with green dye) are added slowly to a large bucket of water. We did a one page lab writeup with our questions, predictions, diagram/picture of our results, conclusions from our findings. For those students that missed the lab, please watch the following video (very similar to our lab) and write a short explanation our your observations, and any conclusions about our findings and why the water forms layers. You can submit this as a hard copy once you're back in class or by email.
Sept 24 - We finished the notes from last day on Solar Energy and Greenhouse gases. We also introduced the "mind map" we will continue to work on throughout the unit. It will be a way to connect our learning throughout this unit since Earth Science is all about connections.
Sept 20 - We started some notes talking about solar energy and the cause of the Earths seasons. We spent the rest of the period working on our Fascieux Creek. The assignment is officially due after Thursday's class. Unofficially, Mr. Glover and Mr. Kessler won't be marking them until Saturday this weekend. So attach the link to your Freshgrade assignment ASAP but feel free to continue working until Friday evening.
Sept 18 - Today we had a work period to work on your digital assignment using the photo taken from last class. Here is the handout with the instructions, expectations, and rubric. The assignment should be digitally submitted by the end of Thursday's class. Half of next class with be devoted to finishing the assignment. If you need more than ~30 minutes of time to work then plan ahead and get some work done at home!
Sept 14 - We went for a walk to Fascieux Creek. We looked for for things and determined which of the four spheres they belonged in. We also looked for examples of how matter in one sphere interacts with matter in another sphere. We used this planning document to help record our observations. If you missed class go outside and take a picture that encompasses as many things within all four spheres as you can! We will be using this photo next day along with our observation notes.
Sept 12 - We recapped our safety discussion from last class and began discussing the first topic of our Earth Science unit (Biotic vs Abiotic matter and the Four Spheres). We went through these slides and used these skeleton notes to record what we learned. Next day we are going for a walk to Fascieux Creek. Please bring appropriate walking shoes and clothing in case it rains!
Sept 10 - We explored the features of the science lab, while filling in their locations on this Safety Map. Then we reviewed these Lab Safety Guidelines.
Sept 6 - We discussed the Course Outline, and got to know one another a bit. Then students provided a little insight into themselves by completing this You In A Nutshell questionnaire. Anyone not finished in class... Please complete for next class and hand in.
Jun 18 - We had guest speaker, Dr. Glover come and speak to us about skin cancer, and how to avoid it being "sun safe".
Jun 14 - Students finished the Meiosis Booklet. Then we learned about different strategies of sexual and asexual reproduction through this activity.
Jun 12 - We discussed the differences between asexual and sexual reproduction. Then we learned how gametes are produced, through the process of meiosis, taking these notes. Assignment: Meiosis Booklet pg 2 only.
Jun 10 - Students presented their Cancer projects. Great jobs! If you missed presentation day, please make sure I have your file or poster for marking. Share any Google Slides or Docs with me.
Jun 6 We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was the last day to work on it. Here is the Project Grading Rubric. Presentations will happen on Monday... Ready or not!!
Jun 4 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 4 of 5 to work on it. Here is the Project Grading Rubric.
May 31 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 3 of 5 to work on it (I've extended the work time by a class) The Project Grading Rubric was shared with students.
May 29 - We continued our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. It was day 2 of 4 to work on it.
May 27 - We reviewed the Mitosis In Real Cells activity, and students handed it in. Then we watched this video about how cancer relates to the cell cycle (up to the 7 minute mark). Finally we started on our last project of the year... the Class Cancer Symposium, where students will become "experts" on one type of cancer, and teach others about it. Cancer types were assigned today, and students will have 4 classes to work on it.
May 23 - We took these notes on the Cell Cycle, and students determined the phase of the cell cycle described on the back side. Then we worked on the Mitosis In Real Cells activity. Anyone not finished or away needs to complete this for next class.
May 21 - We reviewed the terms we learned last day, and then we learned about the process of Mitosis, doing this MicroViewer Activity.
May 16 - We discussed last day's lab, and took these notes learning about some genetics terminology.
May 14 - We did the DNA Extraction Lab, extracting DNA out of a strawberry, and looking at it under the microscope. We will go over the discussion questions next day.
May 10 - We reviewed the parts of the cell, colouring this picture with a matching colour code of the names of the organelles on the other side. Use the link above for information. Finish for next class.
May 7 - We had a Science News Day, learning about current scientific events using the Science News for Students website (link above).
May 3 - We wrote our Chemistry Unit Test. Students who missed it due to absence... Expect to write it next class!
May 1 - We reviewed the lab that we performed last day, and we also reviewed the answers to the assignment questions from 2 classes ago. Then we played this game of Trashketball to review the material we may see in our upcoming test next class.
Apr 29 - We completed this lab activity, making O2 and H2 gases. We will discuss it next class. Anyone who didn't complete the assignment from the previous class should do so for Wednesday!
Apr 25 - We learned how to name covalent compounds, completing these notes. Then the rest of the class was spent working on the text assignment at the bottom of the page (Text Pg 151 #3-9, Pg 170 #1,2, Pg 171 #1-3 Pg 173 # 1-9) up to #7 on pg 173 only.
Apr 23 - We discussed and handed in the lab we did last class. Then we started to learn about "covalent" compounds, filling in the front side of these notes with this information. Then students worked on the assignment: Text Pg 151 #3-9. Work on this for next class.
Apr 17 - We completed this lab on Ionic Compounds. We will discuss the analysis questions next class.
Apr 15 - We reviewed the assignment that was due, and then we started this assignment learning about where we find some of these polyatomic ions. No homework.
Apr 11 - Periods 6 and 7 worked on questions from the Text... Pg 161 #2, Pg 163 #2, and Pg 165 #1,2. Due next day. Also, students were given time to work on any overdue work they may have. Then we wrote this Check-Up Quiz.
Period 8... We reviewed the pgs 161 and 163 that were due. Then students worked on Pg 165 #1,2. Due next day. Also, students were given time to work on any overdue work they may have. Then we wrote this Check-Up Quiz.
Were you away?? Do the questions from the text and then write the Check-Up Quiz on your own and hand it in to me.
Apr 9 - We reviewed last day's assignment, and periods 7 and 8 completed the sheet and handed it in. Then Periods 7 and 8 worked on Text questions: Pg 161 #2 and pg 163 #2... Due next day (see text link above). Per 6 played a "Go Fish for an Ion" game... no homework for you.
Apr 5 - We had a check-up quiz to see how students were picking up this material, and students finished the assignment they started last day. Then we learned about how to write the formulas and names of ionic compounds without having to draw the electron transfer. Assignment: Practice with Ionic Compounds WS. (Periods 7 and 8, only the first 3 lines of the grid and the questions at the bottom; Period 6 - all) Due next day.
Apr 3 - We reviewed the last day's assignment, and learned how ionic compounds form, taking these notes, and then doing some practice questions on the back side. Assignment: Per 6 - all the back side; Per 7 and 8 - first 4 on the back side.
Apr 1 - We reviewed what we had learned about ions, and worked on this practice assignment. Assignment: Complete it for next class.
Mar 14 - Everyone is done with SHE now, so we're back on track! Today we learned about the formation of ions, taking these notes, and working on this practice assignment. Have a great spring break... Don't worry about finishing the assignment; we'll get back into it after the break!!
Mar 12 - Day 4 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. Most students completed and handed it in, but anyone wanting extra time can have the next couple of days to complete it. It is due at the beginning of Thursday's class.
Mar 8 - Day 3 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. It will be due Tues Mar 12.
Mar 6 - Students got really underway on this poster project about the Periodic Table. This was day 2 of 4. It will be due Tues Mar 12.
Mar 4 - We finished up these notes about the families and groupings in the periodic table. We watched this video about cesium, this video about fluorine, and this video about Mendeleev's creation of the Periodic Table. Finally, students got a start on this poster project about the Periodic Table.
Period 6 is finished SHE, and Periods 7/8 are now in SHE for 4 classes.
Feb 28 - Day 4 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. Most students completed and handed it in, but anyone wanting extra time can have the weekend to complete it. It is due at the beginning of Monday's class.
Feb 26 - Day 3 of 4 of the poster project about the Periodic Table. It will be due Thu, Feb 28.
Feb 21 - Students got really underway on this poster project about the Periodic Table. This was day 2 of 4. It will be due Thu, Feb 28.
Feb 19 - We finished up these notes about the families and groupings in the periodic table. We watched this video about cesium, this video about fluorine, and this video about Mendeleev's creation of the Periodic Table. Finally, students got a start on this poster project about the Periodic Table.
Feb 14 - We discussed the Flame Test Lab that we did the previous class, and handed in the lab booklet. Then we started to learn about the organization of the periodic table, taking some notes, and watching some demonstrations. No homework.
Feb 12 - We quickly reviewed the answers to the assignment that was due today, and then we performed this Flame Test Lab. We will complete the discussion questions next class, if not already done.
Feb 8 - We had a quick check-up quiz on what we learned last class, and watched this Crash Course video on atomic structure. Then we learned about how to draw Bohr Models of atoms, and finally students worked on this assignment drawing Bohr Models of the first 18 elements. Complete for next day.
Feb 6 - We took these notes to review Atomic Structure. Then we worked on this assignment to practice determining the atomic structure of atoms. Assignment: Complete this for next class.
Feb 4 - We started our new Chemistry unit by working in groups to review some of the terms we've learned over the last few years through this activity. No homework.
Jan 31 - We wrote the test.
Jan 29 - We prepared for the test we'll be having next class, based on what we've covered since the Winter Break. Students handed in their assignment from last class. Then they worked on this Extra Practice Assignment on calculations. and finally they worked on Review Questions from the text (see link above)... Pg 272-274 #3,4,15,16,27,28,35. The worksheet is assigned to be completed for next class. The text questions are a "strong recommendation".
Jan 25 - We explored how to use the "Energuide" label to make informed decisions when shopping for appliances bu completing this "Shoppin' Smart" assignment. To view The Appliance Catalogue for the assignment, log into Google Classroom... Class Code 3tnns6
Jan 23 - We reviewed the assignment that was due today, and then we spent the remaining part of the class playing a great game of Trashketball! No homework.
Jan 21 - We reviewed the assignment that was due today, and then students spent the rest of the class completing the back side of the Consumption & Cost WS. Assignment: Complete the back side for next class.
Jan 17 - We had a Check-Up Quiz on the electricity calculations we've been learning. Then we learned how to calculate energy consumption, and the cost of it. We took these notes. Assignment: Consumption & Cost WS (front side only)
Jan 15 - We reviewed the assignment from last class, and then we worked on a lab to determine the power ratings of different resistors. Discussion questions are due next class.
Jan 11 - We learned about the concept of electrical "power", filling in this notes sheet with this information. Then we did the Power Investigation on the back side of the notes sheet, and finally students completed this Ohm's Law and Power Calculations WS. It is due next class.
Jan 9 - We reviewed the answers for the Ohm's Law calculations assignment. Then we learned how to wire a 3-way circuit, like you find in a staircase or hallway, by completing the Investigation 3-I on page 249 of the text. Students handed in their circuit diagram at the end of class. No homework.
Jan 7 - Welcome back! We started by reviewing Ohm's Law calculations in this assignment. It is due next class. Then students completed this Circuit Challenge, discovering how to make parallel circuits. It should have been handed in at the end of class, but if not, please complete it and hand it in next day.
****Winter Break****
Dec 20 - Students handed in their "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Then we created Christmas cards that were "lit".
Dec 18 - Students performed their experiment from the "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Next class, students can complete analyzing their data and hand it in.
Dec 14 - Students moved on to the "It's Your Turn" section of the Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. They worked on Questions 1-4, designing the experiment they will perform next class (Tuesday). Students who were absent need to be sure they are prepared for Tuesday, with a procedure and data table ready to go.
Dec 12 - We worked on the data analysis questions in this Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Students should now be completed all the way to question 14. If not, whatever is remaining is for homework. Students should also be thinking of what their question will be for the "Now It's Your Turn" section.
Dec 10 - We did a quick review of what we learned last week about Ohm's Law, and then we got a start on this Resistance of Play-Doh Lab. Students gathered all their data, and started to analyze it. Assignment: Complete up to and including #3 in the Data Analysis section. Due next day.
Dec 6 - In Block 6 and 8, we discussed resistance. See these slides and notes for Block 6 and these notes for Block 8. For Mr. Kessler, the key version of the notes are in the wall unit of the classroom. We also began a short resistor lab. In Block 7, we went through the current notes from last day.This was Mr.Glover and Mr.Kessler's last day! It was a pleasure being student teachers in your classes these past three months.
Happy Holidays! We hope to see you all again in the future! - Mr.Glover and Mr.Kessler
Dec 4 - In Block 6 and 8, we did some current notes (these slides and handout for Mr.Glover and these notes for Mr.Kessler) and we did a short lab where we measured current. For Mr. Kessler, the key version of the notes are in the wall unit of the classroom. Here is the handout for the current lab. For Block 7 we finished our fruit battery from last day.
Nov 30 - We finished our battery lab using lemons, limes, and potatoes for the blocks that were not at the Career Fair (Block 6 and Block 8). Block 7 missed class due to the Career Fair.
Nov 28 - We started our Battery lab using lemons, limes, and potatoes. We will continue this during the classes (Block 6 and Block 8) that are not at the Career Fair on Friday.
Nov 26 - We started discussing Batteries. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes. Mr. Kessler's classes (Block 7 and 8) used these notes and the textbook. See the link above to access the Electricity unit of the textbook.
Nov 22 - We did a Predict/Observe/Explain with the Van de Graaff generator to play with the concepts around static electricity.
Nov 20 - We discussed Static Electricity today. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes. Mr.Kessler's class used these notes. You can pick up the key version of the notes in the wall unit of the classroom. The Earth Science Projects are overdue by almost two weeks. Emails have been sent to parents with student's missing work. Students who have not yet submitted their final project are expected to be in Room 13 for the duration of lunch until the project is completed!
Nov 16 - We started our Physics unit on Electricity! We started off with a static electricity race. We raced objects down the hallway without touching them using only static electricity to repel or attract objects. Congrats to the winners from each class!
Nov 8 - Third and final work period for the Earth Science project. The project is now due!
Nov 6 - We worked on our final Earth Science Project. See last class for the handout. This was the second of three classes to work on it. It will be due at the end of class on Thursday Nov 8. Students have been advised that if they do not feel that they will be able to complete it during Thursday's class to get some work done at home.
Nov 1 - We started working on our project (the first of three classes to work on it). Here is the handout with the rubric and expectations. The photo project assignment will be due on Thursday Nov 8.
Oct 31 - We discussed Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycles (our final topic of the unit!). Mr Glover's classes (Block 6 and 7) used these slides and these notes. Mr.Kessler's class used these notes. Happy Halloween!
Oct 29 - We discussed the Carbon and Water Cycles with these notes and this handout for Mr.Glover's class (Block 6) and these notes for Mr. Kessler's class (Block 7 and 8), which you can find printed notes in the wall unit of the classroom. We also discussed that students must upload the photo from the field trip ASAP. Click on the following link to access a Google Drive folder for your class section. Upload your photo with your first and last name as the file name. Photos must be uploaded by Wednesday evening.
Science 9 Block 6
Science 9 Block 7
Science 9 Block 8
Oct 25 - We went to mission creek on a field trip. If you were missing on the day of the field trip, please see Mr. Glover, Mr. Kessler, or Mr. Pengilly ASAP.
Oct 23 - We continued discussing Food Chains and Food Webs. For Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) we finished our notes from last day. For Both Mr. Glover's and Mr. Kessler's class we modeled the complexity of food webs in an ecosystem and played a ecosystem game. We also collected the field trip permission forms, and what you need to bring on the field trip (pen/pencil, paper, snack, water, appropriate footwear and appropriate clothing). For Block 8 and 7, you are meet at Mr. Pengilly's classroom first thing in the morning for attendance, and will be leaving promptly For Block 6, you are to meet in Mr. Pengilly's room after lunch for attendance, and will be leaving promptly.
Oct 18 - We began discussing Food Chains and Food Webs. For Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) we used these slides and these skeleton notes and for Mr. Kessler's classes we used these notes (Block 7 and 8). For Mr. Kessler's class you can pick up the printed key version of the notes, which are located in the Science 9 section of the wall unit. We also handed out a field trip form for our trip to Mission Creek on Thursday next week (Oct 25). The completed field trip form MUST be returned next class on Tuesday Oct 23. Block 7 and 8 students will go for the entire morning and will miss their other class (ie. Block 8 Science 9 students will miss their Block 7 class and vice versa). Block 6 will be gone the entire afternoon and miss their Block 5 classes. More details will follow next Tuesday. Enjoy your long weekend!
Oct 16 - We worked on (and started to complete) our tree labs from last day. We will have 10 minutes to finish these labs next class.
Oct 12 - We went for a short walk to the parking lot across the street and measured the height of trees for our tree lab. We will be using our measurements we collected next class to calculate the biomass of the tree (in tons). See these slides for instructions. And this was our handout. Only one handout will be collected per group.
Oct 10 - We finished our notes from last day on Photosynthesis and Respiration. We then played the Bioman Photosynthesis and Respiration game to help memorize the equations and the reactants and products. Bring a jacket next day since we will be doing a lab outside! We filled out an exit slip (What are the full chemical equations for photosynthesis and respiration?) before leaving class and handed out an entry ticket for next day ("Describe how a tree gains mass?" and "How does the mass of a tree link to climate change and global warming?"). The entry ticket is due at the beginning of next class before we start the lab.
Oct 4 - We began discussing Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration. Mr. Glover's class (Block 6) used these slides and these notes and Mr. Kessler's classes (Block 7 and 8) used these notes. We also spoke to students about missing work. Please see Freshgrade for marks and missing work. Interim reports were also sent back, the same information on the interim was also updated on Freshgrade as Interim Work Habit.
Oct 2 - We finished discussing Ocean and Wind currents. See the notes from last day for Mr. Glover''s class. For Mr. Kessler's class we did these notes on hurricanes and Ocean currents.
Sept 28 - We started discussing Ocean and Wind currents. See these notes for Mr.Glover's class (Blocks 6 and 7) and these notes for Mr.Kessler's class (Block 8). We also started to work more on our mind maps.
Sept 26 - We did a short lab exploring what happens when warm water (with red dye), cold water (with blue dye), and cold salty water (with green dye) are added slowly to a large bucket of water. We did a one page lab writeup with our questions, predictions, diagram/picture of our results, conclusions from our findings. For those students that missed the lab, please watch the following video (very similar to our lab) and write a short explanation our your observations, and any conclusions about our findings and why the water forms layers. You can submit this as a hard copy once you're back in class or by email.
Sept 24 - We finished the notes from last day on Solar Energy and Greenhouse gases. We also introduced the "mind map" we will continue to work on throughout the unit. It will be a way to connect our learning throughout this unit since Earth Science is all about connections.
Sept 20 - We started some notes talking about solar energy and the cause of the Earths seasons. We spent the rest of the period working on our Fascieux Creek. The assignment is officially due after Thursday's class. Unofficially, Mr. Glover and Mr. Kessler won't be marking them until Saturday this weekend. So attach the link to your Freshgrade assignment ASAP but feel free to continue working until Friday evening.
Sept 18 - Today we had a work period to work on your digital assignment using the photo taken from last class. Here is the handout with the instructions, expectations, and rubric. The assignment should be digitally submitted by the end of Thursday's class. Half of next class with be devoted to finishing the assignment. If you need more than ~30 minutes of time to work then plan ahead and get some work done at home!
Sept 14 - We went for a walk to Fascieux Creek. We looked for for things and determined which of the four spheres they belonged in. We also looked for examples of how matter in one sphere interacts with matter in another sphere. We used this planning document to help record our observations. If you missed class go outside and take a picture that encompasses as many things within all four spheres as you can! We will be using this photo next day along with our observation notes.
Sept 12 - We recapped our safety discussion from last class and began discussing the first topic of our Earth Science unit (Biotic vs Abiotic matter and the Four Spheres). We went through these slides and used these skeleton notes to record what we learned. Next day we are going for a walk to Fascieux Creek. Please bring appropriate walking shoes and clothing in case it rains!
Sept 10 - We explored the features of the science lab, while filling in their locations on this Safety Map. Then we reviewed these Lab Safety Guidelines.
Sept 6 - We discussed the Course Outline, and got to know one another a bit. Then students provided a little insight into themselves by completing this You In A Nutshell questionnaire. Anyone not finished in class... Please complete for next class and hand in.