Science Program Areas

Welcome to Grade 9 Academic Science!

Today's world is being transformed by scientific and technological advancements. Therefore students need to receive an education that prepares them for the real world. Not only do students need to know the basic concepts of science, they must be able to make sense of that information and apply it to practical situations. Science education at Abbey Park will prepare students for the 21st century by providing them with numerous opportunities to access technology appropriately and to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Course Description

This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment. Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the processes of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its properties and components; and the principles of electricity.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology, and the Environment

Grade 9 Science will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to student's daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, and debates. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills are an integral part of any science program so that students can extend their understanding of science. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking, and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyze, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 10 Academic Science!

Today's world is being transformed by scientific and technological advancements. Therefore students need to receive an education that prepares them for the real world. Not only do students need to know the basic concepts of science, they must be able to make sense of that information and apply it to practical situations. Science education at Abbey Park will prepare students for the 21st century by providing them with numerous opportunities to access technology appropriately and to develop the critical thinking and problem solving skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Course Description

This course enables students to enhance their understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and of the interrelationships between science, technology, society, and the environment. Students are also given opportunities to further develop their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct investigations and develop their understanding of scientific theories related to the connections between cells and systems in animals and plants; chemical reactions, with a particular focus on acid–base reactions; forces that affect climate and climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 10 science will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to student's daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills are an integral part of any science program so that students can extend their understanding of science. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 9 Applied Science!

Today's world is being transformed by scientific and technological advancements. Therefore students need to receive an education that prepares them for the real world. Not only do students need to know the basic concepts of science, they must be able to make sense of that information and apply it to practical situations. Science education at Abbey Park will prepare students for the 21st century by providing them with numerous opportunities to access technology appropriately and to develop the critical thinking and problem solving skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Course Description

This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. They are also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to the impact of human activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties of elements and compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and static and current electricity.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 9 science will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to student's daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies and debates. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills are an integral part of any science program so that students can extend their understanding of science. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 10 Applied Science!

Course Description

This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and apply their knowledge of science in real - world situations. Students are given opportunities to develop further practical skills in scientific investigations. Students will plan and conduct investigations into everyday problems and issues related to human cell and body systems; chemical reactions; factors affecting climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 10 science will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to student's daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies and debates. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills are an integral part of any science program so that students can extend their understanding of science. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 11 Biology!

Course Description

This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity; evolution; genetic processes; the structure and function of animals; and the anatomy, growth, and function of plants. The course focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and helps students refine skills related to scientific investigation.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 11 biology will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to the real world. Students will learn to examine scientific issues from multiple perspectives. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills will extend from grade 10. A great emphasis will be placed on research skills as students will be given numerous opportunities to access databases, search for and analyse information. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 12 Biology!

Course Description

This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. The course focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and helps students refine skills related to scientific investigation.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 12 biology will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to the real world. Students will learn to examine scientific issues from multiple perspectives. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills will extend from grade 11. A great emphasis will be placed on research skills as students will be given numerous opportunities to access databases, search for and analyse information. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade Eleven Physics!

Course Outline

This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism. They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade eleven physics will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to students' daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills will extend from grade 10. A great emphasis will be placed on lab skills as students will be given numerous opportunities to design and carry out experiments, as well as discover and validate fundamental physics concepts. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade Twelve Physics!

Course Outline

This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade twelve physics will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to students' daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills will extend from grade 10. A great emphasis will be placed on lab skills as students will be given numerous opportunities to design and carry out experiments, as well as discover and validate fundamental physics concepts. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry and research skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 11 University Prep Chemistry!

Today's world is being transformed by scientific and technological advancements. Therefore students need to receive an education that prepares them for the real world. Not only do students need to know the basic concepts of science, they must be able to make sense of that information and apply it to practical situations. Science education at Abbey Park will prepare students for the 21st century by providing them with numerous opportunities to access technology appropriately and to develop the critical thinking and problem solving skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Course Description

This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment.

What Do We Do?

Relating Science to Society, Technology and the Environment

Grade 11 Chemistry will focus on big ideas that are meaningful and relevant to students' daily lives. Much of the learning will happen within the context of scientific issues. Students will apply theoretical concepts to practical applications that may include field work, computer simulations, investigations, case studies, debates, dissections, etc. Every effort will be made to link what is done in class to the broader community so that students can make their own decisions about issues related to science.

Conducting Scientific Inquiry

Scientific investigation skills are an integral part of any science program so that students can extend their understanding of science. Scientific investigation (inquiry and research) involves creativity, divergent thinking and collaboration. Students will have multiple opportunities to initiate, plan, perform, record, analyse, interpret and communicate scientific knowledge. These areas will be revisited throughout the course so that students can practice and refine their inquiry, research, and laboratory skills.

Understanding Basic Concepts

Students will acquire conceptual knowledge so they can understand the role of science and technology in their daily lives.

Welcome to Grade 12 University Prep Chemistry!

Today's world is being transformed by scientific and technological advancements. Therefore students need to receive an education that prepares them for the real world. Not only do students need to know the basic concepts of science, they must be able to make sense of that information and apply it to practical situations. Science education at Abbey Park will prepare students for the 21st century by providing them with numerous opportunities to access technology appropriately and to develop the critical thinking and problem solving skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Course Description

This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop their problem-solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical processes, and will refine their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment.