Science is the bedrock of modernization and civilization. It is the application of knowledge. It’s all about designing new processes and mechanism of solving problems. On this note, the science department of Babcock University Secondary School, Ogba welcomes dedicated and committed students of scientific excellence to her department.
The Science Department was created at the inception of the school in September, 2013 in view of the fact that science is the bedrock of development in any organization. It was the first department to be created in the history of the school. Since inception, it has soared high among other departments in the school. The department has had five HODs. They include the following: Elder Adeniran Adebayo, Mrs Awe, F., Mrs Umoru , B. (the current HOD), Mr Joseph Emmanuel and Pastor Owoseni, Charles. The department has produced leaders in various capacities in the school both among students and staff members. The department has been the pace setter in the school.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- To provide a quality scientific knowledge to students.
- To spur students to develop critical thinking skills.
- To encourage students in appreciating scientific methods of inquiries through practical oriented subjects.
- To engage the students in new inventions and innovations.
- To take students on excursions to various places in the world in order to gain scientific knowledge.
- To conduct exams and tests in accessing the ability of the students in science subjects.
JETS CLUB
The department has a JETS (Junior Engineers Technicians and Scientists) club which was formed under the leadership of Mr. Emmanuel Joseph (the immediate past HOD). This is composed of students with ideas and innovations which are brought to bear in making scientific discoveries and inventions. Projects have been produced from this club which include: the water tank project, a rocket, radio transmission among others.
THE YOUNG FARMERS’ CLUB
The department also coordinates The Young farmers’ club. Here, members are trained in the techniques and modern ways of agricultural practices as well as methods of production and marketing.
Another society in view includes: The RED CROSS SOCIETY.
SCIENTIFIC WEEK
The department always organizes a scientific week at least once a session where various scientific inventions and products are exhibited. The first of its kind was in 2014 tagged ’’ The Wonders of the Brain’’ where various activities and projects exhibited include: Historical presentation on scientific inventors, solar system models, invisible ink, expositions on scientific methods among others.
The second edition was held in 2015 with the theme “ The Chronicles of Scientific Innovations of the 21 st century” . The week featured the expositions of scientific projects like: the volcanic eruption model, electrolysis, radio transmission, launching of a rocket, school mapping project , street clock project among others. The Science Department welcomes students who are scientifically oriented to come and explore the opportunity that the department affords.
EXCURSIONS
The students regularly embark on excursions to scientific sites and locations where the knowledge of scientific discoveries and innovations could be tapped. Places visited on related fields include the following:
| 1 | Whispering Palms, Badagry | Aquaculture and Forestry in Agriculture |
| 2 | Kakum National Park, Ghana | Wildlife and Forestry |
| 3 | Mr. Fish Limited, Iyana-Ipaja, Lagos | Aquaculture in Agriculture |
| 4 | Olorunsogo Integrated Power Plant, Abeokuta | Physics/ Chemistry |
| 5 | Coca-cola Bottling company, Agidingbi, Lagos | Chemistry |
SUBJECTS OFFERED IN THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
- Basic Science and Technology (Basic Science, Basic Technology, P.H.E. and IT)
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Technical Drawing
- Geography
- Agricultural Science
FACILITIES
- A well -equipped Biology/Agricultural Science laboratory
- A well-equipped Chemistry laboratory
- A well-equipped Physics laboratory
- A well-equipped Basic Electronics/ Technical Drawing laboratory
- A Basic Technology workshop
- Technical Drawing laboratory
Suffice to say that the laboratories were attested to by the Lagos State Ministry of Education as one of the best in the state.
VISION STATEMENT:
In addition to the vision of the school which is to produce students who are academically sound and morally upright, the Science Department is aimed at producing students who can change the world through scientific inquiries and innovations.
MISSION STATEMENT:
In addition to the vision of the school which is to produce students who are academically sound and morally upright, the Science Department is aimed at producing students who can change the world through scientific inquiries and innovations.
CORE VALUES:
- Excellence, Critical Thinking
- Diligence, Accountability
- Hard work and Problem Solving Skills
TEACHING STAFF
| Mrs Umoru Blessing | Physical Health Education (P.H.E.) |
| Eld. Adeniran Adebayo | Biology |
| Mr Joseph Emmanuel | Chemistry |
| Mr Owolabi Femi | Basic Science and Basic Technology |
| Mr Solomon M. | Physics |
| Mrs Fasoyinu Motunrayo | Geography/Social Studies |
| Mr Oshiotse Benjamin | Technical Drawing/Basic Technology |
| Pst. David Kelechi | Biology |
| Mr Umoh Jasper | Agricultural Science |
ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2021 EXTERNAL EXAMINATIONS
| RESULTS | AGRIC. SCIENCE | BST | BIOLOGY | CHEMISTRY | PHYSICS | TECHNICAL DRAWING | GEOGRAPHY |
| NECO | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 66.7% |
| WAEC | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| STATE BECE | – | 86% | – | – | – | – | – |
| NECO BECE | – | 71% | – | – | – | – | – |