by Greg PERRY | Nov 10, 2022 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP)
In grade 11 Chemistry we recently started a new unit – atomic structure. We started off learning about it by considering what happens when electrons change their positions around the nucleus (farther then closer). This simple activity gives a feeling for the...
by Oscar DASS | Nov 10, 2022 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths, The Grades
Maths is based on facts, theorems and rules (conjectures). And there are many of them It is a good idea to create a pocket book with all the rules written down (and perhaps 1-2 examples). Keep this handy and browse through it often. You will find that as time goes by,...
by Oscar DASS | Oct 26, 2022 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths
A hectic start to the year! It has been a whirlwind of assessments, IAs, EE, CAS besides the normal daily work. Time to pause and reflect…Take a reality check. Many expected grade levels and predicted grades are probably lower than you would have expected. Are...
by Oscar DASS | Oct 20, 2022 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
At its core, Maths is a “set of rules” we create to play a game. So in order to play well, we need to know the rules. This can be accomplished through regular practice and memorisation. Both approaches serves to “internalise” knowledge and...
by Michael DE MARANVILLE | Oct 19, 2022 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12
Today, we had a guest speaker presenting to our DP students about managing the stresses and opportunities of the diploma program. Our guest was an IB student, who did exceptionally well and moved on to study at his university of choice. He gave each of the groups a...
by mn.alshibli@abisoman.com | Oct 13, 2022 | ECC, Grade 1, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9
October is world mental health month. In order to raise awareness, the school counselor would like to share some information with you. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps...