Meet the teacher
Before moving to Happy Valley-Goose Bay, I lived in this Canadian province.
New Brunswick
How many main units are we covering in Science 8 this year?
Four
What percentage of your final grade is based on tests and quizzes?
50%
True or False: You can keep your phone in your pocket during class as long as it is on silent.
False. Personal electronic devices cannot be stored on a student's body or in their clothing during instructional hours
You might spot me staying active outside of school doing one of these four sports or outdoor hobbies.
Running, hiking, bouldering, or ultimate frisbee.
Which unit carries the heaviest weight toward your final grade?
Optics (29.4%)
How many days of notice must you receive before a major test or project?
A minimum of five school days
When are Grade 8 and 9 students allowed to use their phones during the school day?
During recess and lunch breaks
I completed my undergraduate degree in science at this university.
Mount Allison University
Which unit focuses on the interactions between freshwater and ocean environments?
Water Systems on Earth's Surface
True or False: Your daily homework will be graded and count toward your final report card mark.
False. Daily homework is for formative practice and is not included in summative grading.
True or False: You can never use a personal device in class, even for medical reasons.
False. Exceptions require a signed agreement for documented medical needs, such as glucose monitoring
After finishing my science degree, I attended this university to earn my Bachelor of Education.
Saint Thomas University
Name one physical model we will examine during our final unit on human body systems.
Animal cell model, plant cell model, or functional lung demonstrator
What placeholder goes into the gradebook if you do not complete an assessment on its scheduled date?
An "M" is entered into PowerTeacher Pro
How much of your final grade comes from the mid-course or end-of-course exams in Grade 8 and 9 Science?
These examinations are valued at 10% each
I have lived in five different cities across New Brunswick before moving here. Name one of them.
Saint John, Miramichi, Sackville, Fredericton, and Moncton
What specific equipment sets will we use to study the laws of reflection and refraction?
Ray boxed and optics sets
What is the maximum percentage value that any single assessment, such as a major project or unit test, can be worth toward your final grade?
20%
According to the Academic Honesty policy, if you use AI (Artificial Intelligence) for an assignment, what two things are you expected to do?
Use it ethically and be transparent about its use