Science

Science information and resources for ASD-N

The Provincial Scientific Literacy assessments will be administered in grades 4, 6 and 8. While the best preparation is for students to actively do science and apply their skills throughout the year, it is also important to practice reading and answering the types of questions found on the assessment.

Please take the time to look over the attached documents. They outline the focused strands that will be assessed on the Scientific Literacy Assessment as well as give feedback on the areas of strength and need for improvement from the 2022-2023 assessment.

We are also very strongly recommending that your students experience the practice assessment on Vretta before attempting the actual assessment. The questions are simpler than the ones that they will see on the real assessment, but it gives an excellent idea of the format: Vretta Practice

Please reach out if you have any questions pertaining to the Scientific Literacy component of the assessment. If you have questions about the Vretta platform, please reach out to the assessment coordinator at your school or Heather Desjardins (EECD) Heather.Desjardins@gnb.ca

 

 

Posted: September 11, 2023

To ensure we can offer the most effective supports this year, please see a description of supports on the attached flyer. There is also a link at the bottom to the 'Request for Science Support' form.

Posted: September 6, 2023

Welcome back! We hope you had some time to recharge over the summer and we look forward to working with you in Science in ASD-N this year.

Please take a moment to check our 2023-2024 memo to find out more about Science supports this year. Keep an eye on your email for more details in the following days about how we can support Science education in your school.

A huge congratulations goes out to all ASD-N students who participated in the Regional NB Science Fair on Thursday, April 13th! It was a fantastic day of judging, showcasing and first-hand experiences of the UNB Science programs. Well done!

The following ASD-N students received Grand Prizes and qualify for Canada Wide Science Fair in Edmonton, Alberta in May 2023:

 

Alicia Gammon, Bathurst High School - Suspended Science

Kaeden Drysdale, Superior Middle School - Night Power

 

The following ASD-N students received Regional awards:

Avery Daigle, Dr. Losier Middle School - Simple Electric Motor

Vincent Engelmyer, Dr. Losier Middle School - Audio Externalities and the effect on concentration

Brett O’Toole, Dr. Losier Middle School - From SCOBY to style : Growing Sustainable Fashion

Jenin Borchert, North & South Esk Regional High School - The Hot Water Bottle, My Stomach’s Savior

Queralt Jover Camps, North & South Esk Regional High School - Conductivity of an electrolyte solution

Taylor Basque, Superior Middle School - Most Efficient Cream Temperature to Make Butter 

Emma Duguay, Superior Middle School - Workout Music! 

 

Congratulations to all!

 

Posted: February 23, 2023

ASD-N STEM Fest 2023 Promo

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Posted: February 2, 2023

ASD-N is very excited to announce that STEM Fest is back! After being cancelled 2 days before STEM Fest 2020 and navigating virtual fairs for 2021 and 2022, we couldn't be happier to reinstate this fantastic showcase of student learning. This in-person event promises to engage, inspire, and promote Science and STEM learning in ASD-N! 

View all the details HERE

Posted: December 6, 2022

Youth Science Canada and Regional Host, Science East, have updated their 2023 Science Fair information. Go to their site for all the details on categories, projects ideas, rubrics, guidelines, etc. Our District fair will follow the same categories, rubrics and guidelines. More information on District format and dates will be available in January.

Posted: November 9, 2022

The department has begun the process of uploading the Teacher-developed Resource Bundles from this past summer.
As of right now, there are 6-8 Science resource bundles available for: 
  • Newton's First Law of Motion (Gr. 8)
  • Newton's Third Law of Motion (Gr. 8)
  • Youth Empowerment and Climate Change (6-8) (Heavy ELA and SS focus, Science SCO 2.1)
  • Circles (Science SCO 1.3)
  • Volume (Science SCOs 1.1, 1.3)
Please share any feedback you have for these resources! (krista.nowlan@nbed.nb.ca)

Posted: October 14, 2022

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This is a new offering in the 2022-2023 school year for middle and high school students. It is a free, eight session, educational program focused on New Brunswick Wildlife. Students will learn practical skills, biology, habitat, conservation, career opportunities and more in these fun and interactive live lessons hosted by local experts.
 
This week, join Matt Wilson, 5-time World Duck Calling Championship, Entrepreneur and Business Owner, in an Interactive LIVE 45-minute class while you explore the art of Duck and Goose Calling in New Brunswick. 
 
Wed Oct. 12th 1:30-2:15 - English LIVE Class – Click here to join the meeting
 

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