Year 9 Science

All Year 9 students work in specialised science laboratories with learning experiences are grouped into topic units. The units put new science concepts into contexts familiar to students. Examples of contexts are Te Awa Kairangi where we study the ecosystems and water quality of Te Awa Kairangi - Hutt River, and Sustaining Life where we explore how our planet allows life to occur, and why we have not been able to find life anywhere else in the Solar System. Students will learn about the local animals and plants, experiment with chemicals, collect data in investigations and develop the science skills. Students are encouraged to bring laptops or tablets, to class as they will be used for class work, use of web based resources, research, creating presentations and more.