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SCIENCE
Four science credits are required for the College
Bound plan. Three science credits are required for
the Foundation plan. Placement in honors-level
Science classes requires teacher recommendation and
administrative approval.
BIOLOGY
Biology is a laboratory-based course examining general
life processes, including biochemistry, cellular processes,
genetics, classification and taxonomy of micro-organisms,
invertebrates and vertebrates. Computer applications
are used to facilitate learning. Laboratory skills, critical
thinking, summary writing, and vocabulary development
are emphasized. Some dissection is required.
Grade Level: 9
Type: Required
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
CHEMISTRY
Chemistry is a laboratory-based general chemistry course, including topics such
as metric measurement in the laboratory, identification and function of scientific
instruments, classification of matter, basic atomic structure, characteristics of
elements, structure and patterns of the periodic table of elements, chemical
reactions and chemical formulas, and characteristics of compounds. Computer
applications are used. Critical thinking and laboratory skills are stressed. Basic
math skills are necessary.
Grade Level: 10
Type: Required
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Biology
PHYSICS I
Physics I is a laboratory-based introductory Physics course that includes
concepts of energy, forces, and work and motion as well as wave motion,
electricity, magnetics, and optics. Problem solving and critical thinking skills are
emphasized and further developed throughout the course.
Grade Level: 11
Type: Required
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry
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