Grade 12 Biology engages in Kidney Dissection

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

The grade 12 students participated in their first dissection for the Homeostasis unit.  Learning about the kidneys and their functions has been rewarding as they play a crucial role in maintaining water balance and excreting wastes.  The excretory system begins with the kidneys and the students were able to identify the cortex, medulla, renal vein, renal artery and ureter.  

What an exciting day!

Brennan Physics Students explore Engineering

Engineering and Brennan Physics

Representatives from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Windsor engaged grade 11 and grade 12 Physics students with an expose on Engineering, and a fun competition to build wind generators. 

The top result involved a design with 6 blades, and generated a voltage of 8.1 V.

Physics Rocks
Congratulations to all of our Brennan Physics students, who once again rocked the world of Physics!

Physics Class receives Presentation from U of W Physics

University of Windsor 'Physics' inspires Brennan Students

Tuesday, May 9, 2017 our grade 11 Physics cardinals benefited from a presentation by Dr. Rehse (Head of Physics at the University of Windsor) and Aaron, one of Dr. Rehse's graduate students.

Key Points

What is Physics - Sheldon?

Physics is a way of thinking that is highly valuable in our modern world. Critical thinking and problem solving are highly developed when studying physics.

Who should take high school Physics?

Dr. Rehse was very adamant about the fact that anyone who intends to study any science (biology, chemistry, physics or computer science), engineering, or math should take both 'University Preparation' Physics courses offered in high school (grades 11 and 12 Physics). He emphasized that every science and engineering student is required to take a full year physics course in first year - in every University (not just Windsor).

Those that do take both physics in high school have a strong advantage in first year physics.

He further stressed that high school students should set themselves up of success once they arrive at university, rather than just focusing on getting there.

Where are the jobs?

While Physics is an empowering field, many students who study physics acquire a wide range of high paying jobs. Their marketability is related to their ability to solve complex problems, work in teams and utilize the important skill of 'critical thinking'.

Physics Rocks

Aaron spoke about the need to persevere with good habits, while practicing excellence. He shared his journey as a student and a teaching assistant. 

Both Dr. Rehse and Aaron are effective communicators and obviously enjoy the environment at the University of Windsor.

Addendum

Before posting this blog, the students were asked what they would place in this blog. There suggestions were already included above however, there was 1 statistic that hadn't been included:

• 95% of physics graduates obtain a job within 1 year of graduation
• 98% of physics graduate students obtain a job within 1 year of their graduation.