Science Inquiries and More

Science In Action!

At the end of Term 3 and moving into Term 4, plans are afoot for a focus on Science Inquiry.

Next week (Week 8) we are looking forward to visits by Guest Scientists (some parents and a certain BEPS Principal) who will turn our LC into a scientific lab as we investigate a number of concepts linked to possible scientific vocations.

In addition, students have been developing their knowledge of procedural texts in our English Workshops, which will link well to our scientific inquiry when students will be following scientific procedures to complete experiments and learn about the scientific method.

We thank the parents who have offered to be a part of this inquiry!

Hands-On Science

The first week of Term 4 will feature Hands On Science - Forensic Science and Reactive Chemistry. Students have already nominated their preference, with two-thirds opting for Forensic, and one third for Chemical.

Notes are coming home next week. Could you please have the payment back by the end of term so that we can have everything in place ready to go in week 1 of Term 4. Thanks!

Forensic Science (1.5 hours)

A crime will be set. Students will apply chemical testing skills, interpret data and develop an understanding of how scientific evidence is used to solve a crime. Students are asked to platy the roles of detectives, scientists and lawyers during the session.

Reactive Chemistry (1.5 hours)

Students will learn hot to distinguish between physical and chemical change, investigate the behavior of chemicals when mixed, and explore ways of producing a chemical change for a particular purpose.

Friday Market

Our last Friday Market is now scheduled for the first Friday of Term 4. Apologies for the postponement. Look out for a notice about it at the end of the term. Thanks!

Maths!

Well done everyone who took a risk and had a go at the optional opportunities to develop their maths knowledge. We have had kids involved in the Maths Talent Quest, the Maths Olympiad, and the Australian Maths Competition.

Results of each of the three challenges will soon be out and we are looking forward to celebrating achievements, even for those that just "gave it a go", with students. 

MTQ 

Students who entered the MTQ have already heard their result and are looking forward to the awards ceremony soon. If you are interested in viewing the projects, they will be on display at the school in the Su Nei Cieli main corridor for a little while. Come up and take look!

Finally - don't forget hats for Term 4!