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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