Physical Science focuses specifically matter and its interactions, motion, energy and waves and their applications in technologies for information transfer. This course is a hands-on, discovery based and comprehensive year-long course introducing students to the physical world around us. Fundamental skills in Chemistry and Physics such as measuring, data collection and manipulation, observing, and application of the scientific method will be practiced throughout the course.
Pre-Requisites : Life Science or Equivalent
Grade Level : 9
Biology (year-long)
Biology is the study of life. During this course, students will learn key concepts about biology and the diversity of life surrounding us. After this course, students will understand most topical subjects, such as: tumors, cloning, stem cells, etc. In addition, by learning the scientific method, students will acquire a different way of thinking.
Pre-Requisites : 9th grade Physical Science or *grade of C or higher in 8th grade Physical Science
Grade Level : 9-10
Chemistry (year-long)
Chemistry is the study of the principles of matter and the changes that matter undergoes. In the fall semester, students will develop scientific skills as they explore atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and compounds, and chemical reactions. In the second semester, students will study stoichiometry, gases and phase changes, solutions, kinetics and equilibrium, acids and bases, and organic chemistry.
Pre-Requisites : Biology and Algebra 1
Grade Level : 10-11
​Physics (year-long)
Physics is the study of the relationships between matter and energy. This year-long course is a broad survey of classical and modern physics. It is designed to enable students to appreciate the role of physics in today's society and technology. Emphasis is made on the fundamental laws of nature on which all science is based, with some examples of interest to biologists. Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry essential.
Pre-Requisites : Geometry, Algebra I, Good knowledge of Trigonometry
