Science

The Science Department offers courses in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with a wide variety of electives including Anatomy, Environmental Science, Engineering, and Forensics. Students commonly analyze data, formulate scientific conclusions, and develop literacy through a variety of scientific practices and literature. All courses incorporate both traditional and inquiry based labs in to the classroom experience.

Science Course Offerings

3 credits required (Biology and two additional laboratory sciences)

List of 12 items.

Physical Science

Grade 9
Administrative Approval Required
Biology

Grades 9, 10
1 Credit
Human Anatomy and Physiology

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
Chemistry

Grades 10-12
1 Credit
Environmental Science

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
Physics

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
AP Biology

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
Biology Honors

Grades 9, 10
1 credit
Chemistry Honors

Grades 10-12
1 credit
Physics Honors

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
AP Chemistry

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit
Human Anatomy and Physiology

Grades 11, 12
1 Credit

Freshmen are initially placed in Physical Science, Biology or Biology Honors based upon the Entrance Exam and 7th and 8th Grade Reports. Variations may exist within the course sequences.