High School Academics / Curriculum : Science

Biology

This is a general biology course that includes units on ecology, cell life, genetics, biological diversity, “simple” organisms, and the human body. Laboratory investigation comprises a key component.
Course Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Fees: $15.00 Lab Fee

AP Biology

Advanced Placement Biology is designed to prepare you to take the College Board Advanced Placement Biology exam. The course is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester college introductory biology course taken by biology majors. The first semester will focus on studying the chemistry of life, cells, cellular energetics, heredity, and molecular genetics. The second semester will focus on the diversity of organisms, the structure and function of plants and animals, and ecology. Class activities will include discussion, problem solving, and 12 required lab experiments. Extensive practice in essay writing and in understanding and responding to multiple choice questions are an integral part of the class.
Course Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
Pre-requisites: Biology and Chemistry
Fees: $15.00 (lab supplies)

Chemistry

This is a general chemistry course that examines the fundamental composition of matter and changes from one form of matter to another. Topics include the properties of matter, atomic and molecular structure, the nature of equilibrium, gases, the organization and use of the periodic table, the principles of chemical bonding, characteristics of solutions, the use of stoichiometry, attributes of acids and bases, nuclear chemistry, and organic compounds. Laboratory investigation comprises a key component.
Course Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
Prerequisites: Geometry (may be taken concurrently) and Biology
Fees: $15.00 Lab Fee

Physics

This is a general physics course that involves the study of the physical world: energy, matter, and how they are related. Included are units on mechanics, waves and light, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Laboratory investigation comprises a key component.
Course Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
Prerequisites: Algebra II (may be taken concurrently) and Chemistry
Fees: $15.00 Lab Fee

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