Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.    If you are playing in the Junior Last Spike on Friday October 24th, be at the school at 9:00 am for our 10:00 am match.  Click here to see the draw for the Vernon Monster Mash tournament. 

Chemistry 11  (AE and DH) :  The moles Practice Test was handed in first.  We completed the Moles Unit Test today, then spent time ensuring that these items are complete:   U5 # 78-82, 87, 88 and the WS Writing Chemical Reaction Equations.

Science 8:  After a short review of elements we watched this clip about Mercury, the only metal that is liquid at room temperature.  We spent time completing page 259 # 1-8, 10 and page 265 # 1-3, which are due on Monday.  We began Lab 10-3 by making a kit of solutions.

Science 8:   First we went through the Energy WS (# 1,2 only), then we spent some time learning about Elements.  Everyone was given their own periodic table, and we completed a placemat and observed some sample of elements.   This video showed the element "Gold" is some detail.  The Period Table of Videos has a segment for each element.   Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  Test next class on the Moles Unit.  We began with a review of key terms as well as some CLE info (certificates/degrees/diplomas/CofQ's).  Everyone was assigned a dilution to make from concentrated stock solution.  With a partner students calculated the volume of stock solution to take, then this was diluted with water to create the final diluted solution.    The remainder of the class was spent finishing/correcting the Moles Practice test, which we did on Friday.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

 Science 8:   We reviewed changes of state and the Kinetic Molecular Theory first, the we took brief notes on Energy.  We read pages 390 to 394 in the really old Science Probe 9 book, then we started the Energy WS but this is not due Tuesday.  Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We learned how to find the final concentration when mixing two liquids (maybe water plus  a solution, or two solutions of differing concentrations).   We did U5 # 78-80, 87 and 88.  I collected the practice test today (period H) or you marked it from an answer key.  Click here to see the MC answers.  Click here to see the WR answers.  Test on Wednesday or Thursday on Unit 5 (Moles Unit).  I will collect the practice test from everyone on the Wed/Thurs class.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

Science 8:   We reviewed changes of state and the Kinetic Molecular Theory first, then a little time was given to finish the WS titled Measurement Intro.  We then completed the density lab, where we measured and calculated to find the density of  4 materials (a metal, a non metal solid, water, and a colored mystery liquid).    Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We learned how to make a standard solution today.  After a short demo, everyone made their own unique solution with a partner.  Everyone wrote a lab report with the usual sections (Purpose, Materials, Procedure, etc., and we added a few questions on to the end to practice molarity skills (60c, 68, 69).  This is due Friday.  In the second half we took brief notes on Chemical Reactions, then we read 6.1 and 6.2, and finally we completed a WS titled Writing Chemical Reaction Equations.  We will do the Moles Unit Practice Test on Friday, and a Moles test on the double block next week.   Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.  Practice Friday at 3:30 and Sunday at 7:00.  Click here to view the league schedule. 

Chemistry 11:  We learned how to make a standard solution today.  After a short demo, everyone made their own unique solution with a partner.  Everyone wrote a lab report with the usual sections (Purpose, Materials, Procedure, etc., and we added a few questions on to the end to practice molarity skills (60c, 68, 69).  This is due Friday.  In the second half we took brief notes on Chemical Reactions, then we read 6.1 and 6.2, and finally we completed a WS titled Writing Chemical Reaction Equations.  We will do the Moles Unit Practice Test on Friday, and a Moles test on the double block next week.    

Chemistry 11: We took brief notes on Molar Concentration, then we read pages 86 - 89 and completed Unit 5 # 59 and 61-64.  A little time was spent on Lab 4D, which is due next class.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log.

Science 8:  We melted some Wood's metal as part of a discussion about the Kinetic Molecular Theory.  After writing some brief notes together, we read pates 246 - 249 and completed page 249 # 1-6 in sentences.  These are due on Thursday.  This PhET animation shows the KMT visually quite well.  We finished with a short measuring exercise, but this is not due Thursday.   Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log.

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.  Everyone is asked to arrive at 4:00 Wednesday to help with setting up the gym:  2 courts, perimeter and team chairs, tables, perfect net hight.  Playing Wednesday October 15th at home are Jack, Hugo, Caleb, Mateo, Phil, Ollie, Darcy, Fionn, Cole, Harper, North, Vincent, Gaurav, Max, Dylan, and Dawson.    This is the schedule for score keeping:

5:00   Jack, Mateo, Hugo, Harper

6:00  Cole, Caleb, Vincent, Gaurav

7:00   Phil, Darcy, Dylan, Dawson

Click here to see the league schedule.

October 10, 2025

Chemistry 11:  I collected Lab 4B and last day's Hebdon assignment:  # 46 and letter c from 36-39.  We completed Lab 4D today, and this lab will be due Wed/Thurs next week.  We finished with a short quiz on # 46 and letter c from 36-39.  

Science 8:  After we wrote the Cells and Systems test, we completed a Binder Check.  A little time was provided to complete the DIY Cells and Systems Review.

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.  Everyone is asked to arrive at 4:00 Wednesday to help with setting up the gym:  2 courts, perimeter and team chairs, tables, perfect net hight.  Playing Wednesday October 15th at home are Jack, Hugo, Caleb, Mateo, Phil, Ollie, Darcy, Fionn, Cole, Harper, North, Vincent, Gaurav, Max, Dylan, and Dawson.    This is the schedule for score keeping:

5:00   Jack, Mateo, Hugo, Harper

6:00  Cole, Caleb, Vincent, Gaurav

7:00   Phil, Darcy, Dylan, Dawson

Chemistry 11:  Today we used percent composition to determine empirical formula.  We read section 5.5 and completed Unit 5 # 46 (a,c,e,f, h k l) and 36 - 39 (letter c only).  A little time was provided for finishing lab 4B and this is due on Friday.  We did the procedure for Lab 4D.   Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.  Practice Wednesday at 5:15 and Friday at 3:30.  League on Wednesday, October 15th at home at 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00.  Click here to view the league schedule. 

Science 8:   The Flippit and page 109 were handed back and an answer key was provided for page 109.  We practiced partner review for short while, and discussed useful techniques for studying with a partner (ample wait time when asking questions, repetition, hints [first letter,  rhymes with with, etc], lists).  After completing the practice test we did a mini lab on measuring mass with a triple beam balance.  In the final minutes we went through the answers to the practice test, and watched this video clip about the immune system.  On Friday we will complete a test on the Biology unit (everything we have done, except volume and mass measuring)   Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  Today we used percent composition to determine empirical formula.  We read section 5.5 and completed Unit 5 # 46 (a,c,e,f, h k l) and 36 - 39 (letter c only).  A little time was provided for finishing lab 4B and this is due on Friday.  We did the procedure for Lab 4D.   Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball.  Practice Wednesday at 5:15 and Friday at 3:30.  League on Wednesday, October 15th at home at 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00.  Click here to view the league schedule. 

Science 8:  Today we reviewed the immune system and we watched this clip about Vaccines.  The Flippit and page 109 was handed in.   We constructed a DIY worksheet to review our Biology Unit (everything we have learned so far).  Students had to make 2 multiple choice questions, one labelling question, and 2 open ended questions using ideas from our biology unit.  No need to answer the questions, someone else will do that for you.  Test on Friday.  Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We learned how to determine percent composition, the we completed Unit 5 # 44 and 45 (any 15 problems total).  The remaining time was spent on Lab 4B, which is due on Friday.  I collected Unit 5 # 22 and 24 today.   Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log. 

Monday, October 6th

Science 8:  We worked on the flippit and and page 109 # 1-3, 5-13.  Both are due on Tuesday.  A Biology Test will happen on Friday.  Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We made a moles graphic on our databooklet to help with more complex calculations.  We used the graphic to complete unit 5 # 22 and 24 (5 problems from each, 10 total). Remaining time was spent on Lab 4B.    Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log.  Grades have been posted to myed student and family login.  

 Science 8:  We reviewed the innate immune response, then we finished our Flippit and started page 109 # 1-3,5,6, but this is not due Monday.  Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We reviewed moles concepts first, then we worked on all the Questions and Calculations and Follow-up Questions for lab 4B.  In the last 15 minutes we completed an intro to moles quiz.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log.  Grades have been posted to myed student and family login.  

Grade 8 Boys Travelling to Shuswap Middle School on Monday, October 6 (leave RSS at 2:30 pm) :  Jack, Hugo, Caleb, Mateo, Phil, Darcy, Cole, North, Vincent, Guarav, Max, Dawson.  Today we are watching the University Mens team play at 4:00, and the next practice will be Sunday at 7:00 pm.

 Chemistry 11:  We took brief notes on Converting Volume of a gas to Moles and we read pages 82-84 in Hebdon.  Due Friday is Unit 5 # 11,12,16 & 17.  We completed all the procedure for Lab 4B, but no work for 4B is due for Friday.  We also tried a practice quiz on Moles skills, and this was handed in.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log.  Grades have been posted to myed student and family login.  

Grade 8 Boys Travelling to Shuswap Middle School on Monday, October 6 (leave RSS at 2:30 pm) :  Jack, Hugo, Caleb, Mateo, Phil, Darcy, Cole, North, Vincent, Gaurav, Max, Dawson.

Science 8:  We began with a review of the Heart, then we wrote a practice quiz on Heart Anatomy.  We spent time finishing page 95 # 2-5,7-11 (half in sentences), then we made a flippit.  To learn about the immune system, we read pages 100-105 and filled in our Immune system flippit with brief notes.  This clip shows how mucus and cilia work together in the trachea to catch pathogens before they travel deep into our lungs.  In the final 30 minutes we learned about volume, measuring technique, and completed the Volume WS.  Only page 95 is due on Friday. Click here to see the Science 8 Assignment Log. 

Chemistry 11:  We took brief notes on Converting Volume of a gas to Moles and we read pages 82-84 in Hebdon.  Due Friday is Unit 5 # 11,12,16 & 17.  We completed all the procedure for Lab 4B, but no work for 4B is due for Friday.  We also tried a practice quiz on Moles skills, and this was handed in.  Click here to see the Chemistry 11 Assignment Log.  Grades have been posted to myed student and family login.  

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball:  Click here to view the league schedule.   Practice Wednesday at 5:15.