Science
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Credit 1
The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities to study the concepts of matter, energy, and forces, and their applications through exploratory investigations and activities.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE HONORS
Credit 1
While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Physical Science course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recommends that at the high school level, all students should be in the science lab or field collecting data every week.
ASTRONOMY I (offered at select schools)
Credit 1
The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop and apply knowledge of the universe and compare the conditions, properties, and motions of bodies in space. Emphasis shall be placed on concepts basic to Earth, including materials, processes, history, and the environment.
BIOLOGY
Credit 1
Biology I will provide opportunities to students for general exploratory experiences and activities in the fundamental concepts of life. Topics will include but not be limited to: the scientific method, measurements, laboratory apparatus usage and safety, cell biology and cell reproduction, principles of genetics, biological change through time, classification, microbiology, structure and function of plants and animals, structure and function of the human body, and ecology.
Laboratory activities that include the use of the scientific method, measurement, laboratory apparatus, and safety are an integral part of this course.
BIOLOGY I HONORS
Credit 1
Biology I Honors will provide opportunities to students for general exploratory experiences and activities in the fundamental concepts of life. Topics will include, but not be limited to, the scientific method, laboratory apparatus usage and safety, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, botany, zoology, human anatomy and physiology, and ecological relationships. Laboratory activities that include the use of the scientific method, measurement, laboratory apparatus, and safety are an integral part of this course.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY
Credit 1
Advanced Placement Biology is an intensive course designed to be the equivalent of an introductory biology course taken in college. The emphasis is on developing an understanding of biological concepts rather than an accumulation of facts. The student should understand and appreciate the science of biology as a process and a personal experience in scientific inquiry that develops their problem solving and critical thinking skills.
CHEMISTRY
Credit 1
Chemistry I will provide opportunities for students to study the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter. Topics will include, but not be limited to, classification and structure of matter, atomic theory, the periodic table, bonding, chemical formulas, chemical reaction, balanced equations, behavior of gases, physical changes, acids, bases, and salts. Laboratory activities that include the use of scientific method, measurement, laboratory apparatus, and safety are an integral part of this course.
PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or successful completion of Algebra II.
CHEMISTRY I HONORS
Credit 1
Chemistry I Honors will provide students with an opportunity to study the composition, properties and changes associated with matter. Topics will include, but not be limited to, heat, changes of matter, atomic structure, bonding, the periodic tables, formulas, equations, mole concept, gas laws, reactions, solutions, equilibrium systems, and oxidation reduction reactions. Laboratory activities that include the use of the scientific method, measurement, laboratory apparatus, and safety are an integral part of this course.
PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II Honors or successful completion of Algebra II and Science Dept. approval.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Credit: 1
Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association recommends that at the high school level all students should be in the science lab or field collecting data every week. School laboratory investigations are defined by the National Research Council as an experience in the laboratory, classroom, or the field that provides students with opportunities to interact directly with natural phenomena or with data collected by others using tools, materials, data collection techniques, and models. Laboratory investigations in the high school classroom should help all students develop a growing understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills to calibrate and troubleshoot equipment used to make observations. Learners should understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY, HONORS
Credit: 1
Students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. The National Science Teachers Association recommends that at the high school level all students should be in the science lab or field collecting data every week. School laboratory investigations are defined by the National Research Council as an experience in the laboratory, classroom, or the field that provides students with opportunities to interact directly with natural phenomena or with data collected by others using tools, materials, data collection techniques, and models. Laboratory investigations in the high school classroom should help all students develop a growing understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills to calibrate and troubleshoot equipment used to make observations. Learners should understand measurement error, and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data.
PHYSICS
Credit: 1
Students in this course will examine the following physics topics: mechanics, electricity & magnetism, and wave motion. Prerequisite math skills should include, but is not limited to, those presented in Algebra II. An emphasis is placed on a mathematical understanding of the physics principles that are presented. Coursework involves laboratory activities, in-class assignments and formal assessments that require students to demonstrate problem-solving skills in the context of a science scenario.
PHYSICS HONORS
Credit: 1
While the content focus of this course is consistent with the Physics I course, students will explore these concepts in greater depth. In general, the academic pace and rigor will be greatly increased for honors level course work. Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course.