Science

INTEGRATED SCIENCE 7 (600000)

Length: Year Available for: 7^th Grade

The purpose of this class is to help students explore different aspects of Physics, Earth Science, and Biology. The principles and concepts discussed in this course are aligned with the standards and objectives found in the Utah State Core Curriculum for 7^th Grade Science, found here: https://www.uen.org/core/core.do?courseNum=3870. Students will implement Science and Engineering practices through discussion, interactive lab work, writing and other assignments. Students will become proficient in the skills required for future scientific studies.

HONORS INTEGRATED SCIENCE 7 (600200)

Length: Year Available for: 7^th Grade

The purpose of this class is to help students explore different aspects of Physics, Earth Science, and Biology. The principles and concepts discussed in this course are aligned with the standards and objectives found in the Utah State Core Curriculum for 7^th Grade Science, found here: https://www.uen.org/core/core.do?courseNum=3870. Students will implement Science and Engineering practices through discussion, interactive lab work, writing and other assignments. Students will become proficient in the skills required for future scientific studies. Additional emphasis on project-based learning will be applied in the class along with higher expectations for effort devoted outside of class.

INTEGRATED SCIENCE 8 (600400)

Length: Year Available for: 8^th Grade

The purpose of this class is to introduce students to core concepts of chemistry, physics, ecology, energy transfer, and resource management as outlined by the Utah State Core Curriculum. Topics will guide through a student’s understanding of matter and energy and their interactions with the natural world. This will be done through interactive lab work, writing samples, and course assignments.

HONORS INTEGRATED SCIENCE 8 (600600)

Length: Year Available for: 8^th Grade

The purpose of this class is to introduce students to core concepts of chemistry, physics, ecology, energy transfer, and resource management as outlined by the Utah State Core Curriculum. Topics will guide through a student’s understanding of matter and energy and their interactions with the natural world. This will be done through interactive lab work, writing samples, and course assignments. Additional emphasis on project-based learning will be applied in the class along with higher expectations for effort devoted outside of class.