Science

The Science Department offers a wide variety and level of courses in the areas of life and physical science. Although only two years of science are required for high school graduation (see below), many colleges recommend three or more years of laboratory science. The science courses are designed to challenge the students at various levels and to engage the students in the scientific process such as making accurate and precise observations, developing a hypothesis, designing experiments, gathering and analyzing data, and determining the implications of the results. With the exceptions of Physical Science, Physical Science (SDAIE), and Science (Sheltered), all AHS science courses fulfill the UC Lab Science Requirement. Students are encouraged to discuss their needs and interests with parents, counselors, and teachers in order to select the most appropriate course after carefully reviewing the course descriptions.