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Science Course Descriptions

End-of-Course Exam

Course

Grade(s)

Prerequisites Description

Examines interactions between natural systems and human impact through inquiry-based labs, projects, and environmental assessments. Prepares students for Biology I. Studies matter and energy, including chemistry, chemical reactions, light, sound, and motion.

Applied Environmen tal Science

By placement only

9, 10

-

Physical Science

9-12

-

None

Introductory course covering cellular biology, matter/energy flow, heredity, and biodiversity. Inquiry-based approach.

Biology I

9-12

Yes

None

Biology I Honors

Accelerated Biology I course with independent projects and research. Recommended before AP Biology. Continues Biology I with focus on plants, anatomy, and physiology, including dissections. Covers atomic structure, periodic trends, bonding, stoichiometry, and lab work.

9, 10

Yes

None

Biology II

10, 11, 12

-

Biology I

Chemistry I 10, 11, 12

-

Algebra I

Chemistry I Pre-AP (Honors)

10, 11, 12

-

Algebra I Follows Chemistry I curriculum with a faster pace and additional enrichment activities.

Studies forces, motion, sound, light, and electricity with strong mathematical emphasis. College-level course covering cytology, genetics, botany, and ecology. AP Exam in spring.

Physics

10, 11, 12

-

Algebra I

Biology I Pre-AP

AP Biology

9-12

-

Chemistry I Pre-AP, Chemistry II Pre-AP

AP Chemistry

11, 12

-

Advanced chemistry course preparing for college-level science and engineering. AP Exam in spring.

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