Science

Grades: Required for all 9th graders
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite:None
Fee: NoneIn GeoPhysical Lab Science, students will investigate astronomy, meteorology, hydrology, geology, paleontology, chemistry, physics with a lab-based thematic approach, quantitively analyze the above subjects with introductory concepts and tools from chemistry and physics, to increase skills, satisfy graduation requirement.

Grades: Required for all 9th graders
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite:None
Fee: NoneIn GeoPhysical Lab Science, students will investigate astronomy, meteorology, hydrology, geology, paleontology, chemistry, physics with a lab-based thematic approach, quantitively analyze the above subjects with introductory concepts and tools from chemistry and physics, to increase skills, satisfy graduation requirement.

Grades: 10
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: GeoPhysical Lab Science
Fee: NoneIn Biology, students will: meet selected state standards through the study of scientific method, cell biology, classification, genetics, ecology, and science and technology, satisfy graduation requirement

Grades: 10
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: GeoPhysical Lab Science
Fee: NoneIn Biology, students will: meet selected state standards through the study of scientific method, cell biology, classification, genetics, ecology, and science and technology, satisfy graduation requirement

Grades: 11,12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Biology & Chemistry
Fee: Student pays for textbookIn AP Biology, students will: explore topics that include cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, comparative anatomy, botany, ecology, and spectrophotometric analysis, explore related careers through projects and classroom discussion, have the opportunity to prepare for the AP Biology test and receive college credit.

Grades: 11,12
Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Biology
Fee: NoneIn Human Anatomy and Physiology I, students will: study structures and functions of human anatomy through a hands-on lab oriented approach, be required to complete a cat dissection, explore career relevance for those interested in health related careers.

Grades: 11,12
Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Fee: NoneIn Human Anatomy and Physiology II, students will: study those systems not covered in Human Anatomy and Physiology I, be required to complete a cat dissection, study structures and functions of human anatomy through a hands-on lab oriented approach.

Grades: 11,12
Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Biology
Fee: NoneIn Genetics, students will: use laboratories and projects to understand the areas of classical and applied genetics through the topics of inheritance patterns/probabilities, biotechnology, chromosomal inheritance, and human genetics, explore related careers through projects and classroom discussion.

Grades: 10,11,12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Biology and Algebra I
Fee: NoneIn General Chemistry, students will: use small scale and traditional labs and classroom discussion to learn about elements, atoms, bonding and formulas, reactions, solutions, acids and bases

Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.5
Prerequisite: General Chemistry & Algebra II
Fee: Student pays for textbook.In AP Chemistry, students will: study the equivalent, in both class work and lab work of a first year college General Chemistry course; have the opportunity to prepare for the AP Chemistry test and receive college credit

Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Biology
Fee: NoneIn Environmental Science, students will: explore aspects of land, water, wildlife, and human dimensions as related to the science of ecology and natural resources; evaluate the relationships between science, technology, and human activity and how they can affect the world

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Prerequisite: GeoPhysical Lab Science and Biology
Fee: NoneIn Astronomy/Meteorology, students will: study astronomy through the explanation of orbits, optics, constellations, and galaxies; investigate theories of origin of the universe; understand fronts and weather systems; utilize weather maps for weather production

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Algebra II or concurrent enrollment
Fee: NoneIn General Physics, students will: learn about motion, energy, relativity, light, sound, heat, optics, electricity, or aerodynamics without the rigorous mathematics of Accelerated Physics; apply learning through objects like catapults, lasers, black holes, and machines; receive a good introduction to Physics in preparation for technical, humanities, and fine arts fields; advanced math students should consider registering for Accelerated Physics or AP Physics

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0 Trigonometry/Functions and 1.0 General Physics
Prerequisite: Algebra II –Students must be concurrently enrolled in Trigonometry/Functions and General Physics
Fee: None
*Community College credit availableIn General Physics with Trigonometry/ Functions, students will: explore relationships between trigonometric, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions and motion, energy, relativity, and light; apply learning through projects like catapults, lasers, rockets, and bridges; graph and solve relationships of mathematical functions; solve equations, use trigonometric identities and vectors in real world applications

Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.5
Prerequisite: Trigonometry/Functions
Fee: Student pays for textbook.In AP Physics B, students will: follow a course outline designed by the Advanced Placement Committee which is to be the equivalent of a freshman physics course at a 4 year college; have the opportunity to prepare for the AP Physics test and receive college credit

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design or Principles of Engineering recommended; concurrent enrollment in math
Fee: $20 per semesterIn Aerospace Engineering, students will: apply scientific and engineering concepts; design materials and processes that directly measure, repair and improve systems in different environments; utilize a wind tunnel to test the aerodynamic lift and drag of objects; explore rocketry design principles