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Physics Team Assignments

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Term
2014-2015 School Year
Department
Science
Description

Physics Team Mission:

The Physics Team serves the needs of members with a caring environment that nurture skills useful in the discipline of Physics while preparing members for interscholastic Physics competitions. The team goal is to nurture the talent and intellectual skills relating to physics (the gateway to a Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics career) while also developing the character and spiritual strength of each team member to the highest level possible.

What are the Physics Team Rankings Now?

How to can a member increase rating and rank on the Physics Team?

What Roles can I play on the Physics Team?

Starting in September (until February)

the "Physics Team" meets in room 6103

on Monday (for advanced topics)

& Wednesdays after school!

 

Q: How do you become an official Physics Team Member?

A: A full Physics Team member attends 12 practice sessions in a single year (one can also purchase a team shirt by January and attend 8 meetings). Those with the highest ratings after the qualifying test are designated as "Competitors".  Competitors travel with the team to interscholastic competition and are automatically team members! Click on "Physics Team Roles" to get more information on ratings and roles available to Physics Team Members!

Q: How can I increase my rank?

A: Previous year ranking, attendance at practice sessions, scores on www.physbuzz.org training quizzes and the qualifying exam all increase your rating (and hopefully your ranking!) Your rank and rating are updated each week at the McGill-Toolen Physics Team Rating site!

Q: When and where are the practice sessions?

A: Problem Solving Practice Sessions are in room 6103 each Wednesday from September through February (3:10-3:50 PM). Advanced problem sessions (focused on scholarship exam) are on regular scheduled Monday's from September through February.

Q: Can I take on leadership roles in the team? 

A: YES! Click "Roles on the Physics Team" to learn how members can become aspirant, member, trainer, lead trainer, competitor or captain on the Physics Team!

Q: How can being a physics team member help a student?

     (1) Build your resume with team membership

     (2) Learn more Physics (and improve grades!)

     (3) Develop problem solving skills through practice.

     (4) Be recognized for science competition participation

     (5) Win a Free all expenses paid trip to the competition!

     (6) Win a full 4 year scholarship!

 

Q: Can a student practice for the competition at home?

A: YES! Click "Review Guide" for formulas used in the last 29 years! This review sheet also summarizes the formulas you will learn through the school year!

Competition practice items and quizzes that increase your ratings can be found at:  www.physbuzz.org. 

This interactive site requires that you have your McGill-Toolen Assigned username & password.  If you do not have a username and password email Dr. Burgess at [email protected] for assistance.

 

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Please note that the views expressed here by me do not  represent the views of McGill-Toolen Catholic High School, Archdiocese of Mobile or any  part of the Universal Catholic Church.

 


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Past Assignments

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do a September Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]

Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
 

"You are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself, your own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, that is real joy."   A Ashe

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an July  Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
 
Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
"Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement."
Marv Levy

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an June Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
 
Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
 

"Do not let what you can not do interfere with what you can do." J.Wooden

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an May Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
 
Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
"It's not whether you get knocked down; it's whether you get up."
V.Lombardi

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an April Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
 
Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 

 

"Never let the fear of striking out get in your way."  Babe Ruth

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do a March Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]

Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 

"What do do with a mistake: recognize it, admit it, learn from it, forget it."D. Smith

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do a February Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
Become a Winner!
Do an November Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]

Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
"Just keep going. Everybody gets better if they keep at it."
Ted Williams

Due:

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Assignment

SUPER SCRIMMAGE!

January 28, 2015
Come watch the best in the state go head to head in the
McGill-Toolen Catholic High School
SUPER SCRIMMAGE 2015!
A-TEAM   vs.    B-TEAM 
 
Snacks!  3 Attendance Points!  BONUS ASSIGNMENT POINTS!
Win a Prize by Predicting the Score and results prior to the cipher!
There will be 8 rounds with 2 rounds per team member.
Perfect team score possible is "40" using competition scoring method!
 
 
 
"If you have everything under control, you're not moving fast enough."  M. Andretti

Due:

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Assignment

PHYSICS TEAM QUALIFYING!

the QUALIFYING IS REQUIRED OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS
on January 14, 2015
COMPETITORS SELECTED GET AN ALL EXPENSES PAID TRIP TO TUSCALOOSA FOR THE COMPETITION, TOUR & PHYSICS SHOW!
 
       The top two "Pre-Qualifying Scores" will be granted automatic "Physics Team Competitor" designation IF the winners agree to train and go to the Alabama High School Physics Competition.
           YOUR SCORE ON THE QUALIFYING TEST will determine up to 90% of your final rating and will provide an increase in your rating points.  Underclassman will carry the rating points (divided by 10) into the next year.

      ONLY THOSE WHO TAKE THE

QUALIFYING

AND

HAVE 12 ATTENDANCE POINTS ARE

DESIGNATED

 "PHYSICS TEAM MEMBERS"!

Note: Those not taking the "Qualifying" are purges from records and rolls!
 
THE FINAL WEEKS
    Rating points earned through attendance, monthly training quizzes, Pre-qualifying Quiz and the Qualifying Competition are combined to determine those selected to compete at the Alabama High School Physics Competition. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 9 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying!
 
What is your Rank?  How far from the BEST are you?
Physics Team Rankings!
 
Go to www.physbuzz.org now and start training!

Due:

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Assignment

     "Pray for our team...in 2015!"
     McGill-Toolen Catholic High School has now officially registered for the Alabama High school Physics Competition.  This prestigious competition will have 30-40 of the best schools, 70-90 hopeful teams and 270-400 of the finest science students (who all think they can win-those who have no chance don't come!)
     The Physics Team Ratings on December 20, 2014 were used, as required, to project our teams and individual positions.  Ratings will certainly change and a final list and placing will be be submitted on January 15, 2015!
     Information about the prestigious competition, outstanding facilities open house and awesome Physics Show is described at:  Physics Competition, Tour & Show
    Remember that the two highest Pre-qualifying scores will be selected as competitors.   All remaining team members will be selected based on final ratings AFTER the QUALIFYING on Wednesday January 14, 2015.
     ALL Physics Team members are REQUIRED to attempt qualifying*(Please see Important note below).
      If you are in Honors Physics such preparation would provide you with an unfair advantage over other students in the second semester of Honors Physics (as well as earn a guaranteed 110 for a test grade in the 4th quarter!)
    Good things tend to happen for those who prepare.  I can report that the hardworking student willing to sacrifice personal comfort and pleasures always experience immense rewards! 
   I am praying that you have the courage, discipline and initiative needed to raise the McGill-Toolen Catholic High School Community to the highest levels ever achieved at this competition!  Some will cower in the face of the challenge.  I am certain some will rise up to make history possible.  YOU can to be part of a  history that will live decades into the future!
    Do not wait!  You can be assured that training matters.  In fact it is the reason for the Physics Team's success! Please decide to START YOUR TRAINING now!
   Happy New Year & Highest Regards,
Dr. Burgess
 
*IMPORTANT:
 Those who fail to attempt qualifying are purged from team roles.
 
"Without self-discipline, success is impossible, period."
L. Holtz

What is your Rank?  How far from the BEST are you?

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an November Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]

Scores on this computer based quiz earn rating points
for McGill-Toolen Physics Team Members!

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 
"You can motivate by fear, and you can motivate by reward. But both those methods are only temporary. The only lasting thing is self motivation."H. Rice 

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an October Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
Scores on this computer based quiz earn up to 20 rating points!
 
(must do by Wednesday October 15, 2014)

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 

"The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning."  Pele

Due:

Assignment

Become a Winner!
Do an October Training Quiz! 
[closes on the last day of the month]
Scores on this computer based quiz earn up to 20 rating points!
 
(must do by Wednesday October 15, 2014)

Rating points earned through attendance and Training Quizzes BOTH increase your rank and prepare you for the Qualifying Competition in January. The Physics Team Competitors are those ranked in the top 5 of all Physics Team Members after the Qualifying Test in January!
 

"The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning."  Pele