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The Sciences

 

The Science department at East Otago High School provides programmes of study that encourage the development of scientific skills and knowledge from Year 7 to Year 13.

Science incorporates learning in the four contextual strands of the New Zealand curriculum

• Living World
• Planet Earth and Beyond
• Physical World
• Material World

 

The approach in Years 7 & 8 is to enablestudents to develop a package of skills such as manipulation, observation and making accurate records. This allows the students to learn what Science is and how scientists work, through a unifying theme of the Nature of Science.

In Years 9 & 10 students use the skills gained previously, in more familiar knowledge based contexts through the Kiwi Integrated Science Scheme. This allows for a stimulating practical approach, whilst supporting the basics required for NCEA Level 1 Science.

At Year 11 two courses are offered, dependent upon the students needs and abilities. An applied science course based largely on unit standards, illustrates how the subject is used in everyday life. There is also a more theoretical course for Year 11 students, which is largely achievement standard based. This would facilitate students who might wish to specialise in science subjects with a view to supporting a more academic career in Science at a later date.

At Year 12 & 13 specialisation occurs into Physics, Biology and Chemistry to allow students to gain access to tertiary education or further vocational training in their chosen career.

The Science department also offers a wide variety of extra curricular activities including:

• Entries to the Science Fair and hosting the BP Technology Challenge for the local area
• Various science competitions such as ICAS
• Supporting students attending events such as Hands on Science and the Science Roadshow
• Offering practical activities in agriculture through ITO courses

The Science department has well qualified and experienced staff at all levels and they share a goal in actively supporting students to achieve their full potential in this subject.