Grade 9-12

5 Credits

This course is devoted to the study of the interrelationships among living organisms and their nonliving environment. Students will be exposed to planetary, atmospheric and ecological systems as they existed in the past, and are the present today. Laboratory work, research projects and traditional class work are incorporated throughout the school year.

Grade 9-10
5 credits
This is a comprehensive college preparatory course. An in-depth study of cell biology, genetics and evolution, human systems and ecology are the major areas of emphasis. The relationship between structure and function will be emphasized as well as interdependence and integration of organs and systems with respect to the complete biological organism. Laboratory work, including dissection, is incorporated as a means of acquainting students with scientific principles and techniques. Media skills, career opportunities, and research are emphasized throughout the curriculum.

Grade 9-10
5 credits

This is a comprehensive college preparatory course designed to meet the four year college lab science prerequisite. An in depth study of cells will include the latest developments in cell biology, including DNA technology, specifically gel electrophoresis, and cell to cell communication. The study of genetics will include the application of probability and the Hardy Weinberg principle, while the topic of evolution will include the latest evidence, analysis of DNA and cladistics. Students will also explore the area of ecology and gain a better appreciation of our place on our planet. Intensive laboratory work, with the opportunity to design experiments, will be a major component of this class. Media skills, careers opportunities and research are emphasized.

Grade 10-12

5 Credits

This is a comprehensive course in chemistry for the college preparatory level student who may choose science as a career. Emphasis is on the concepts of modern chemistry and how they relate to everyday life. Major areas of study include measurement, matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical formulas and equations, gases, solutions, acids and bases, stoichiometry, and nuclear chemistry.  Extensive laboratory work will be extensions of the concepts developed in lecture periods.

Prerequisite:  Biology, Algebra I

Co-requisite: Geometry

Grade 10-12

5 Credits

This is a comprehensive course in chemistry for the college preparatory level student who may choose science as a career. Emphasis is on the concepts of modern chemistry and how they relate to everyday life.  The emphasis is on understanding of the concepts and models upon which modern chemistry rests. The course establishes the foundation for subsequent study in chemistry and allied disciplines. Major areas of study include measurement, matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical formulas and equations, gases, solutions, acids and bases, stoichiometry, nuclear chemistry, and organic chemistry. Extensive laboratory work will be extensions of the concepts developed in lecture periods.

Grade 10-12

5 Credits

This is an extended course of study of chemistry for the motivated college preparatory level student who may choose science as a career. Emphasis is on the chemistry topic concepts of modern chemistry and how they relate to everyday life.  Major areas of study include measurement, matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical formulas and equations, gases, solutions, acids and bases, stoichiometry, nuclear chemistry, and organic chemistry. Extensive laboratory work will be extensions of the concepts developed in lecture periods.

Prerequisites: Lab Chemistry Honors and teacher recommendation

Grade 11-12                                            

5 Credits

This is a comprehensive college preparatory physics course. Emphasis is on understanding the concepts and models upon which modem physics rests.  Major areas of study will include concepts of equilibrium, refraction, diffraction and interference electrostatics, circuits, electrical and magnetic fields and quantum numbers and mechanics. Extensive laboratory work and projects will be extensions of the concepts developed in lecture periods.

Prerequisites: Lab Biology, Lab Chemistry, Algebra I and Geometry

Grade 11-12

5 Credits

This is a comprehensive college preparatory physics course. Emphasis is on understanding the concepts and models upon which modem physics rests.  Major areas of study will include concepts of equilibrium, refraction, diffraction and interference electrostatics, circuits, electrical and magnetic fields and quantum numbers and mechanics. Extensive laboratory work and attainment of at least the minimum passing grade on tests, quizzes and practicums. A cumulative midterm and final examination will each count one-tenth of the grade evaluation for the entire course.

Prerequisite: Biology, Co-requisite: Algebra II, summer assignment is required

Grade 11-12                                  

5 Credits

This course is devoted to the study of the human body, its parts and how the interworking parts support the body as a whole.  An emphasis will be placed on the systems of the body including, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.  Anatomical terms, special senses, blood, and genetics will also be discussed.

Prerequisite: Lab Biology, Lab Chemistry (85 or better final grade), and science teacher recommendation

Grade 10-12

5 Credits

Lab Marine Science is an exciting inquiry, lab- based science course introducing students to the diverse, and demanding world we call the sea. This course is for the student with an interest in the many aspects of the marine environment, and in developing the ability to identify the problems and possible solutions of our ocean habitat. Areas for consideration will be how humans are impacting oceans on a global scale, knowing the ocean world, marine organisms and their habitats, tides, waves, coasts, marine resources and concerns. This will be the beginning of a life-long interest with our marvelous yet daunting world we call the ocean.

Prerequisites: Lab Biology and Lab Chemistry

Grade 11-12

5 credits

This inquiry, laboratory- based science course for juniors and seniors provides an introduction to the field of forensic science. The course of study includes the applications of forensic science concepts (which involves biology, chemistry, and physics) to analyze and investigate evidence that may be discovered in a criminal investigation. Classroom activities include: laboratory investigations and activities, research projects, famous case studies, lab practicums, career exploration, and the infusion of technology throughout the scope of the course.

Prerequisites: Lab Biology and Lab Chemistry

Grade 11-12        

10 Credits

Advanced placement biology is a college level course taken at the high school level and follows the currently recommended outline published by the College Board.  It is designed for students that have a strong interest in, or desire to pursue a career in, the sciences. This AP course is a rigorous continuation of the work begun in first-year biology and will encompass the following: biochemical and cellular basis of life, cell respiration, energy transformation, nutrient procurement, transport and processing, genetics, evolution, ecology, animal behavior and botany. A strong laboratory component is included. Students accepting the challenge of an AP course will be required to actively participate in all lectures and lab activities throughout the year. Students are encouraged to take the AP exam in May.

Prerequisite:  Lab Biology Honors, Chemistry Honors, Algebra II (concurrent) and science teacher recommendation  and completion of summer assignment

Grade 11- 12                

10 credits

This is a second year comprehensive college level course in chemistry. Emphasis is on advanced study of concepts, theories, and models of modern chemistry. Major areas of study will include stoichiometry, atomic structure, periodic trends, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, bonding, solutions, equilibrium, kinetics, acids and bases, entropy, electrochemistry, and oxidation-reduction. Extensive laboratory work will be extensions of these tools. Students are encouraged to take the AP exam in May.

Prerequisite: Lab Chemistry Honors, 85 or higher in Algebra II, science teacher recommendation and completion of summer assignment

Grade 12            

5 Credits

This is a second year comprehensive Advanced Placement course that is equivalent to a one-semester, calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or mayor in physical science or engineering.  The course explores topics such as kinematics; Newton’s laws or motion; work, energy and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the course.

Prerequisite: Must be concurrently taking calculus, recommended to have taken 1 year of physics, teacher recommendation.

Grade 11-12
5 credits

This is a laboratory based, interdisciplinary science course, drawing from many different natural sciences (biology, geology, physics, chemistry, meteorology, ecology, etc.) and social sciences (economics, political science, philosophy, history, etc.) to help students understand and solve the problems facing earth and its inhabitants. This course will provide the basic principles of environmental science and help students to apply them to environmental problems. Students will use biological, chemical and physical scientific processes and knowledge to classify, analyze and evaluate environment

Prerequisites: Lab Biology, Lab Chemistry (B or better) and science teacher recommendation.