Term One has been an exciting and dynamic start for the Science & STEM department, as our students have settled into their new classes and fully embraced their studies in these fascinating fields.

Our Year 7 students have been busy in the laboratories, learning how to safely use scientific equipment to conduct experiments. Additionally, half of the Year 7 cohort has been diving into STEM, beginning the term by constructing film canister rockets and collecting data on fuel ratios to determine which will achieve the furthest flight.

Year 8 students have been exploring the world of cells, gaining hands-on experience with microscopes. They've had the opportunity to observe individual plant and animal cells up close, deepening their understanding of this fascinating area of biology.

In Year 9, the focus has been on Physics, with students investigating heat and electricity. They've tested various insulators to see which ones trap heat most effectively and have also enjoyed learning how to wire both series and parallel electric circuits.

Year 10 students have been relishing their first year of studying a science subject that aligns with their individual interests and future pathways. Those studying DNA, Genes & Inheritance have been learning about DNA and even extracting it from Kiwi fruit cells. Biodiversity and Evolutionary Science students have been diving into Natural Selection, while Physics students have been exploring Newton’s Laws of Motion and discovering how they explain the phenomena we encounter in our everyday lives.

Overall, it's been another action-packed term filled with discovery, offering our students countless opportunities to engage with the world of Science & STEM and gain a deeper understanding of the world around them.