SCIENCE AT MATAVELO –MORE THAN A SUBJECT –A GATEWAY TO INNOVATION ,DISCOVERY ,AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

1. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Science Department at Ba Methodist High School is committed to nurturing curiosity,critical thinking ,and problem solving skills among our students.We believe  that  science is best learned through hands on experience and real world application ,and we are proud to provide an environment that encourages discovery and innovation.

Our department is supported by a fully equipped science laboratory ,designed to fascilitate practical experiments in Chemistry and Biology.The lab provides students with opportunities to aplly theoretical knowledge in a safe ,modern ,and engaging setting.

Our Vision

To make  science learning interesting,enjoyable,meaningful and relevant to daily life.

Our Mission

• to enable students to develop skills that enhances increased dependant thinking and decision making based on direct evidence and experiences.

• to increase perception and positive creativity among students by instilling skills not limited to practical activities but also intellectual which are theoretical actions that students  execute to gain knowledge.

2. CURRICULUM AREAS COVERED

Years 9-10	Years 11-12	Year 13
Basic Science	Biology-main strandsStructure and life processesLiving togetherBiodiversity change and sustainabilityChemistry -5 main strandsGeneral chemistryInvestigating matterReactionsMaterials Consumer chemistry	Biology- 3 main strands• structure and life processes• living together• biodiversity change and sustainabilityChemistry -5 main strands• general chemistry• investigating matter• reactions• materials • consumer chemistry

3. TEACHING APPROACH

The Science department at Ba Methodist High Schooladopts a student centered approach to teaching and interactive approach to teaching and learning

Our methods include	Assessment Methods
Peer teachingGroup WorkInteractive learningICT intergration –use of interactive panel and digital resources to enhance lessonsProject based work-develops research ,problem solving skills ,and presentation skills	Examinations: Short- Test 1 -3 –  50% Mid – Year Examination  – 100% Annual Examination   –  100%

4. SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES

1. IDDAIIT WEEK CELEBRATION

A department organised programme on the effects of drugs and illegal trafficking,including cyberbullying

• Viti Showcase and skills fair competition

We are taking part in the inaugural competition –in the Vanua short film