Fascinated by the human brain?

Are you interested in:

how our mind interprets our surroundings and makes decisions,
how our brain controls our muscles so we can move, and
how chemical imbalances in the brain may cause a range of different neurological diseases?

If yes, then consider joining the Bennies Brain Bee Club and participate in the University of Waterloo’s Annual Brain Bee Competition! The club will meet regularly to learn about the brain and prepare for the UW Brain Bee. The Brain Bee is an exciting opportunity for students to learn about the brain and the importance of brain research. The University of Waterloo’s Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences annual Region of Waterloo Brain Bee is tentatively scheduled to take place in-person on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. The event will feature some live demonstrations of neuroscience lab activities happening on campus, a multiple-choice quiz, draws for additional prizes, and cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! The winner of the Waterloo Brain Bee will have the opportunity to visit campus and learn additional neuroanatomy using real human brain specimens. They will also advance to compete in the National Brain Bee competition.

When we meet

There will be an information meeting on Thursday, October 17th, right after school in A2 – the Annex. See Mrs. Taylor in A2 for more details.

Club facilitator

Mrs. S. Taylor

Useful links

Latest news…

DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Oct. 4th

The Doctor’s arch-enemy, the Master, is causing chaos with his Nestene partners & Auton servants. The entire world’s stock of plastic is now a threat to humanity…can the Doctor stop the threat before the Nestenes invade Earth? Join us this week to find out as the Doctor & UNIT battle the forces of evil in Parts 3 & 4 of TERROR OF THE AUTONS. The battle begins this Friday Oct. 4th, after school in room 226. We will also be hosting our October Prize Raffle. All new members welcome.

By Dan Kukwa|September 27th, 2024|

University of Guelph National Scholarship

U of G’s top Scholarships

value: $42,500

due: January 27th, 2025

President’s Scholarships (7)

Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarships (2)

Criteria:

90% average
leadership contributions to school and community
demonstrative innovative appraoaches to change and improvement

Applications Open in December

By Nick Betik|September 25th, 2024|

DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Sept. 27th

It’s 1971. The 3rd Doctor is in exile on Earth, working as UNIT’s Scientific Advisor. In the span of a single day, he will meet his new assistant, prepare to fight a returning alien menace…and come face to face with his one-time best friend & now deadly enemy: The Master. Join us this week as we watch Parts 1 & 2 of TERROR OF THE AUTONS — Friday Sept. 27th after school in room 226. All new members are welcome.

By Dan Kukwa|September 20th, 2024|

Loran Scholarship

Loran Scholarship: Integrity, Service, and Leadership

Due Date: Oct. 9th, 2024: 1 page extra-curricular resume due in Guidance to be considered for nomination

Numerous awards (138) of varying amounts up to $100, 000

Minimum cumulative average of 85%

Loran seeks applicants who possess:

Integrity
Courage
Compassion and kindness
Determination
Personal autonomy and self-motivation
Intellectual curiosity
Resilience
Commitment to service

Please see Mr. Betik in Guidance if you are seeking 1 of 3 School Nominations for the award. Please submit a 1 page summary of your extra-curricular experiences, awards, community service, and leadership skills by the October 9th due date.

Application process : Loran Application

General website: website: www.loranscholar.ca

By Nick Betik|September 19th, 2024|

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