Science

It is the goal of KCIS Science department to have students engage in a variety of science activities that will not only help them to prepare for the rigors of higher level science courses, but also foster in them a lifelong interest in science exploration. 

Through this process of participation in science activities, KCIS science students learn how to conduct scientific inquiry and to examine ideas and topics using the scientific method. Students will also learn how to make scientific observations, record data, conduct research, and take notes. Students will learn to perform experiments, work safely in a laboratory, use common laboratory equipment, utilize graphs, understand units of measure and collaborate as an effective team member.

Students in middle and high school will also develop the eight practices of science and engineering, as described in the NGSS Framework:

• Asking questions (for science) and defining problems (for engineering) 

• Developing and using models 

• Planning and carrying out investigations 

• Analyzing and interpreting data 

• Using mathematics and computational thinking 

• Constructing explanations (for science) and designing solutions (for engineering) 

• Engaging in argument from evidence 

• Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information"