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Mr. Henderson

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Posted: November 17, 2015

Science Grade 6 Ryder

This is a reminder/notice to students and parents that Science Tests on "Solar System" have been sent home. Students are asked to please make any corrections on the test, get parents signature, and return to Mr. Henderson by Thursday November 19th. NOTE: Parent Teacher interviews will be conducted on Thursday November 19th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm and again on Friday morning November 20th from 9:00 - 11:30 am. There are no scheduled parent meeting therefore meetings will be 10 minutes in length to accommodate all parents wishing to have an interview. Mr. Henderson

Posted: November 14, 2015

Grade 6 Science Nov. 13th/15

This is a note to parents that Science tests will be sent home with your child on Monday November 16th. Students are asked to make any corrections and return the test to me to follow day. Students are now beginning the next unit in grade 6 Science "Variety of Life". There will be investigations in the area of animal kingdoms, natural selection, microbes, and much more. Mr. Henderson

Posted: October 28, 2015

Grade 6 Technology Project

This is a reminder to students and parents that the Cyberspace Power Point Project is due November. 13th.Work is to be done during Tech class however students who have Power Point at home may work on it on their own time. Attached is the assignment details and rubric. Mr. Henderson
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Posted: October 20, 2015

Grade 6 Science Project!

Solar System Research Assignement:  Students are asked to complete a "Solar System Research Assignement".  Students have the option of working on this assignemnt individually or with a partner.  Details of the assignment are attached and include picking one planet to research. The due date for the assignment is Nov. 2nd.Good luck grade 6! Mr. Henderson
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Posted: September 11, 2015

Welcome Back Grade 6!

I would like to welcome back all the grade 6 students and am excited to work with both the students and parents.  I will be teaching Science this year.Attached is the course outline for Science.  Note that this outline is only an approximate but will give you the parent an idea of the long range plan for the entire year. I am looking forward to delivering the grade 6 Science curriculum and if there are any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at the school. All the best! Mr. Henderson 
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Posted: May 19, 2015

Grade 6 Science Homework May 19th/15

This is a reminder to students and parets that Grade 6 Provincial Assessments will begin on Thursday May 21st.  It is very important that students are well rested and have a good breakfst each morning.  Students are asked to review all concepts in grade 6 Science in preparation for the assessment.  Practice questions will be given to students to familiarize them with the process.   Mr. Henderson

Posted: May 4, 2015

Science Homework Grade 6M & 6R

This is a notice to parents and students.  Students have now finished up their unit on "Variety of Life".  A review of the concepts covered is necessary along with all concepts covered over the year.  Students are asked to take the next three weeks to review in preparation for the upcoming Provincial Assessments beginning on May 21st.  There will be inclass review questions and short quizes to prepare the students for the assessment. Classes will also focus on review of prior concepts along with the final unit on "Flight".   Mr. Henderson

Posted: April 20, 2015

Grade 6M & 6R Science Research Assignment

Science Homework:Students are asked to complete the mini research assignment on vertebrates for Friday April 24th 2015.  Assignment is attached.
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Posted: April 2, 2015

Grade 6 Science Notice April 2nd/15

This is a notice that students are now working on the "Classification" of Living Things.  Attached are current documents that students are now working on or have completed. Mr. Henderson
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Posted: March 26, 2015

Grade 6 Science Notice Mar. 26th 2015

This is a notice to parents that students have completed the section in "Variety of Life" on Adaptations.Students will now turn their focus on Classification and how living things are classified.

Posted: March 19, 2015

Science Homework Grade 6 Students

A reminder to all students that the "Robot" assignment is due.  Students are asked to draw a robot and label it's structures and adaptations.  Be prepared to present to the class. Mr. Henderson

Posted: February 25, 2015

Congratulations Grade 6 Science Students!

A big congratulations to all the grade 6 students for their hard work and dedication in completing their STEM Fair projects! On Tuesday February 24th each of the classes at NSEE had the opportunity to visit the projects in the Library as part of the school STEM showcase.  Great work grade 6.  Have a fun March Break! Mr. Henderson

Posted: February 18, 2015

Grade 6 Science Notice!

This is a notice to students and parents the STEM Fair projects are now due.  Students must bring their projects to the school where they will be on display in the library over the next 3-4 school days.  Grade 6 students will have a chance present their projects to each of the classes during class visits. Each student must present their project for judging based on district look-fors.  Projects may qualify to go to the district fair in March.  Details to follow. NOTE:  Students in grade 6 will begin the next unit "Variety of Life" following March break.  In this unit students will explore micro-organisms, kingdoms, and classification of living things.

Posted: January 20, 2015

Grade 6 Science STEM Fair Reminders!

This is a reminder to grade 6 students that they must have their display boards brought in by Wednesday January 21st.  Science Fair projects will need to be completed by Friday February 13th 2015.  Projects will be presented the week of February 16th.  Extra time will be permitted if necessary.   Below are useful document in helping complete the project!    
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Microsoft Office document icon science_fair_planning_-_innovation_0.doc28 KB
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PDF icon 1_hour_science_project_overview.pdf749.2 KB
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Posted: January 12, 2015

Science Reminder Grade 6 Students!

A reminder to all grade 6 students that display boards for Science Fair projects must be brought to the school by Wednesday January 21st.  Display boards can be purchased at the local dollar store. NOTE:  Students must be researching possible topic for their project.  Please make sure that your topic is first discussed and approved by Mr. Henderson before proceeding. Below are links to help develop/choose a project topic:http://www.sciencebob.com/sciencefair/ideas.phphttps://www.googlescience...
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