August 2017

Earth Science is the name for all the sciences that collectively seek to understand Earth and its
neighbors in space. Students will learn about the forces that have shaped the Earth and how our planet continues to change. Many of these have a direct influence on the inhabitants of our world and play a major role in how and where we live. In addition to a basic understanding of geology, meteorology and astronomy, the academic level course will emphasize developing critical and creative thinking, organization, effective written and verbal communication, and numeric and verbal problem solving.

2009

This college preparatory course is offered to highly motivated students seeking an academic challenge by having biological information presented in maximum detail going beyond the scope of the book. Critical thinking skills will be maximized. The analytical processing of factual knowledge is expected. Inductive reasoning is required. Students will be provided the opportunity to maximize the science and math curriculum. Only students with a strong academic background should investigate this course.

February 2009

This course deals with descriptive and quantitative information in Biology and incorporates the importance of Biological fundamentals in everyday life. A basic understanding of biological processes and generalizations is expected. Critical thinking, analytical skills and inductive reasoning will be introduced.

February 2009

This college preparatory course is offered to motivated students with a desire to have biological information presented in detail going beyond the scope of the book. Critical thinking and analytical skills will be developed. The mastery of factual knowledge is required. Inductive reasoning will be used. Only students with an academic background should investigate this course.

May 2012

This college preparatory course is recommended for a student with a strong math background
and a commitment to extensive study, and is intended for students interested in pursuing a career in a health & medical, science, technology, engineering, or math related field. Application and interpretation of information is stressed, not mere memorization of facts. Lab performances constitute a large part of a student's grade. It is expected that students who elect this level are planning to take four or more science credits toward graduation. All students will be considered with the recommendations of their previous science teachers. Students will reinforce the scientific method through independent projects. Examples may include science fair, ExploraVision, or other science contests and projects. A graphics calculator is recommended. The instructor uses a TI-84 model.
Prerequisite: A or B in Honors Biology, or teacher recommendation

September 2018

Environmental Science is a year-long course designed to show thematic connections between a variety of science disciplines including Earth and Space Science and Biology. This course surveys key topic areas including the application of scientific process to environmental analysis; ecology; energy flow; ecological structures; natural resources; and climate, land, and water science. It gives students a coherent and realistic picture of the applications of a variety of scientific concepts as they manifest in our environment as well as includes discussions of the management of natural resources and analysis of private and governmental decisions involving the environment. Project based. Pre-requisite: Earth and Space Science recommended, but not required.

May 2012

This college preparatory course content is similar to the honors course, but the pace is somewhat slower and there is less emphasis on independent projects. However, this course is also recommended for students interested in pursuing a career in a health & medical, science, technology, engineering, or math related field. A solid foundation in algebra is needed for this level. A graphics calculator is recommended, but at least a scientific calculator is required. The instructor uses a TI-84 model. Prerequisite: Minimum of a C in Algebra II

October 2019

This physic course is designed for the honors-level student. The course will cover the traditional topics of physics with an emphasis on abstract thinking, a high level of problem solving, and conceptual understanding.
*Has accompanying lab period.
Prerequisite: Trigonometry (or concurrent with Trigonometry)

This course is designed for students who did not reach proficiency on the Keystone Biology exam. It will meet every other day for one semester.

July 2014

This course focuses on conceptual understandings and the content that supports them.
Students will spend less time on factual recall and more time on inquiry-based learning of essential concepts. Students in this course will develop advanced inquiry and
reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data, applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. The result will be readiness for the study of advanced topics in subsequent college courses.
Prerequisite: 93% or higher Biology I and recommendation from instructor.

June 2008

This course is recommended for a student who is not planning to major in science in college. Students interested in pursuing a career in a health, medical, science, technology, engineering, or math related field are advised to select academic or honors. The mathematics component of this course is less rigorous than Chemistry 4320, but basic algebra skills are needed for scientific problem solving. The content covers traditional Chemistry topics with more drill and review. Long-term team and individual projects may be assigned to reinforce course concepts and their connection to the real world. A serious work ethic is required for success in this course. A scientific calculator is required and is used almost daily. Prerequisite: Algebra I

December 2023

This course offers an advanced study of chemistry for those students who have exhibited strengths in science and math and wish to pursue pre-med, engineering, or other science-related careers. The course emphasizes quantitative studies with integrated lab work on topics including molecular structure, thermodynamics, states of matter, stoichiometry, gas law calculations, acid-base chemistry, reaction rates, equilibrium, and electrochemistry. The course is designed to provide a foundation for preparing students to take the AP Chemistry exam, although, for best results on the AP Exam, additional independent work is recommended. For more information, visit: https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/home

February 2009

This course is offered to students seeking a second year of biology study.
Prerequisite: 86% or higher in Biology I and recommendation from instructor.

2000

This course is for the student that successfully completed honors or academic Physics and would like to further study Physics. Topics will include Special Relativity, Angular Motion, Nuclear Physics, Momentum in Two Dimensions, AC Electricity, and other related topics.

August 2017

This academic level class is designed for students who want to learn about the intricacies of the human body. This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the human body but are not necessarily pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in a science field. If you are pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in a science field, you are encouraged to select from the honors or AP science electives rather than this course. In this course, students will learn about the systems of the human body and how all of these systems work together from both an anatomical and physiological perspective. This class will be lab and dissection based and will require both memorization and application of material. There will be an emphasis of critical thinking, effective written and verbal communication, and work ethic.
Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry (can be taken concurrently), Recommendation of Biology Teacher