Grade 10 Biology students will study anatomy and physiology, genetics and evolution, and plants and ecology, with an emphasis on fundamental structures and processes in plants and animals. In Chemistry, Grade 10 students study quantitative chemistry, acids and bases and organic chemistry, and use titration to gain understanding of a powerful analytical technique. For Physics, students will analyze data from analog and digital sources, investigate vector mathematics, explore the relationships between work, energy, and power, build and test electric circuits, and explain the nature of waves.

CLassroom requirements

You will need:

• A binder or other organizer for handouts, quizzes, etc.

• A separate notebook dedicated solely to Science class. An iPad or other tablet computer is an acceptable substitute.

• Selection of pens and pencils. For exams, you must have either a pencil or erasable ink.

• Ruler or other straight edge. Do not underestimate the importance of a ruler on exams.

• A laptop computer running Microsoft Office. You have access to a free license of Microsoft Office through the school IT department. Even if you have a tablet, you must bring a laptop every day as our Vernier sensors do not work with tablets that do not run a full version of Windows.

• Scientific calculator. Most students use a Texas Instruments TI-84. Here is a list of acceptable IB options, please follow the guidance of your math teacher as well. 

Grading

Grading is primarily based on performance on summative assessment tasks, which may be in the form of tests or lab work. Formative assessments, such as quizzes, do not count toward final semester grades. Quarterly grades are not reported on school transcripts. 

Semester grades are calculated as follows:

• Assessment for Learning - 0%

• Assessment of Learning - 80%

• Trimester Exam - 20%

Final semester grades are holistic and are not solely determined by averages and mathematics. Teachers also look for trends in performance over time, and may slightly shift grades up or down accordingly. Grade shifts are justified by data, however, and not based on generosity, personal opinion, or student appeals.

Logger pro

We use Logger Pro to collect and analyze data from various Vernier sensors and other sources, and to analyze videos.

Follow the link below to download the file you need for your operating system:

• Logger Pro for Windows

• Logger Pro for Mac

Open the file and enter the password: experiment

After installation, you will need to update Logger Pro. Please download the appropriate update file from here.