Hatzic Secondary School
Marine Biology
The planet Earth should actually be called planet Ocean. Seventy percent of our planet is covered in oceans, yet we know less about the ocean than we do outer space. We depend on the oceans for our oxygen, weather (El Nino, etc.) food and transportation. Yet, we take the oceans for granted and exploit and pollute them more than any other environment on the planet. In Marine Biology 11, you will learn about oceanography (geography of the oceans), marine organisms and marine technology. We will also discuss environmental issues and the marine economy. Students may also participate in an extended field trip to Bamfield Marine Research Station (optional, with a fee), Vancouver Aquarium and several marine technology centers (submarine and “Newt suit” manufacturing for example). Work experience placements may be arranged for some students in Marine Biology careers, SCUBA lessons (optional, with a fee) leading to certification will also be offered, and diving outings will be organized.
Contact Us:
Hatzic Secondary School
34800 Dewdney Trunk Rd
Mission, BC V2V 5V6
Tel: 604.826.3651
Fax: 604.820.9209
email: Office
Principal
Larry Jepsen
email: Larry Jepsen
Vice-Principal (A – K)
Rick Fitch
email: Rick Fitch
Vice-Principal (L – Z)
Shirley
Gibson
email: Shirley Gibson
News & Events:
MARCH
Mar 8 - 12 - Spring Break
March 24 - Hockey Parent Meeting @ 7:00 pm
APRIL
April 7 - Dry Grad Meeting @ 7:00 pm in library
Apr 9 - Term 3 ends 11:30 dismissal
Apr 22 - Parent Teacher Interviews 3:15 - 5:00 and 6:00 - 9:00
Apr 22 - Report card pick up from 3:15 - 9:00 pm
MAY
May 5 - Dry Grad Meeting @ 7:00 pm in library
May 14 - Prom/Dry Grad
May 21 - Non Instructional Day - no classes
May 24 - Victoria Day - no classes
JUNE
Jun 1 - Athletic Banquet
Jun 3 - Grade 7 Parent Meeting
Jun 5 - Commencement @ 7:00 pm
Jun 21 - 28 - Provincial Exams
Jun 29 - Report card pick up from 3:00 - 5:00
Jun 30 - Report card pick up from 8:00 - 12:00 pm