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We are discussing the origins and measurements of modern astronomy:
Introducing Astronomy.ppt

Homeroom materials were distributed to seniors.
A short quiz to determine preconceptions and misconceptions was administered.
The next topics will be lab safety, lab equipment, the SI system, and scientific notation.

The Astronomy syllabus can be found here:AY Syllabus Fall 2011.doc

We are codifying and wrapping up the material on the life cycles of stars. There will be a paper lab and a test, probably 2 or 3 May. This is the last test of the semester. We will briefly cover the concepts of galaxies and the origin of the universe before the Final Exam.

We are wrapping up our investigation into our star, the Sun, and we will begin extrapolating our knowledge about our star to stars in general.

A short, topical video was shown.
ALL students were given their fully graded experiences. Parents with questions are urged to contact me by email or phone before Friday morning.

Students completed these review sheets in preparation for the test tomorrow:
Astronomy Guided ReadingCH23.1.doc

yesterday, we scaled a solar system in the hallway.
Today, we finish our investigations of the Jovian Planets, in expectation of a test on Tuesday, 8 March

We continued our explorations of the Cronian Planetary system.

We deconstructed the "Jupiter" video and will conclude it tomorrow.