Science

TEACHERS:

Marqurite McCurdy - Physical Science, AP Biology, Honors Chemistry,

Amanda Nickel - Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry

 

There is no middle ground when it comes to memories of science classes. People either love science or they hate it. The science department aims to change students’ perception of science. You cannot take part in the national debates around energy consumption, global warming, cancer screening, nutrition, vaccine controversies, and modern warfare if you are not comfortable with cell biology, ecology, biochemistry, nuclear science, human anatomy and physiology and earth science.

Contrary to popular belief students interested in the sciences have career choices beyond the health care fields or research science. When students study life sciences there are numerous career options in the health sciences and, students interested in engineering and physical sciences will be quite pleased with a the number of options even during the recession. While there is a lot of interest in the green jobs, students should also know that there are many more opportunities beyond the ones featured in the media.

Biology (Semester I) - introductory course that introduces cell biology and provides a strong foundation for future classes.

Biology (Semester II) - introductory course that focuses on living organisms and ecology.

Earth Science - first semester of the physical science curriculum that is designed to aid the transitioning ninth grader. In addition to foundation science skills and topics, instructors focus on organization, reading and writing, and study skills.

Basic Physics - the second semester of physical science course that places strong emphasis on introductory physics concepts. Organizational skills are developed further and an emphasis in mathematical techniques is introduced.

Biology II - Junior and senior students use advanced materials to study cell biology and human biology at greater depths.

Earth Science: - first semester of the physical science curriculum that is designed to aid the transitioning ninth grader. In addition to foundation science skills and topics, instructors focus on organization, reading and writing, and study skills.

Basic Physics: - the second semester of physical science course that places strong emphasis on introductory physics concepts. Organizational skills are developed further and an emphasis in mathematical techniques is introduced.

Biology II: - Junior and senior students use advanced materials to study cell biology and human biology at greater depths

Chemistry - introductory chemistry course intended to develop higher level skills in reluctant science students.

Honors Chemistry: - advanced class that used college preparatory materials to introduce students to the demands of a college Chemistry 101 class. Students must have passed Algebra and Geometry prior to enrolling in course.

Anatomy: - A standard level course that introduces students to the form and function of the human body

Anatomy and Physiology: - advanced level course that focuses on the physical and chemical aspects of human biology. Text and class materials are college level.