Science Department:
Physical Science A
9th Grade First Semester
An introductory science course covering physical science including light, energy, electricity, sound, pressure. Our students learn basic scientific methods. The students writing skills are reinforced throughout the course. Students learn how to observe, gather and record data and form conclusions.
Physical Science B
9th Grade Second Semester
This general science course covers topis such as our atmosphere and weather: space, oceans, rocks, minerals, fossils, mountains, weathering, and erosion. The principles of physical science are explored in relationship to real life applications.
Biology A
10th Grade First Semester
The student learns of the diversity of living things, biological systems and the interaction of animals, flowers, plants. The students writing skills are reinforced throughout the course. Lab lessons are on videotape.
Biology B
10th Grade Second Semester
Students learn how energy is used by life forms, how plants and animals interact, the importance of biomes, cycles, and designs used in nature. Lab lessons are on videotape.
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Environmental Science A
11th Grade First Semester
This course expands upon how organisms interact with their environment and with other organisms and how they continually adapt to fit their environmental niche.
Environmental Science B
11th Grade Second Semester
The students learn about how human actions effect the environment, and the consequences of population growth.
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