Science
The MHS Science curriculum provides all students with learning experiences that form a life-long base needed to function in a complex and technological world. Students will be able to understand the scientific method of investigation and to apply it to daily problem-solving. This helps them obtain fundamental knowledge about the ways in which science concepts influence human existence. Additionally, it helps students to critically examine the ethics of technological advancements.
Science Department Instructors:
Eric Brandenburg - Physics
Sarah Bristol - Physics, AP Physics I, AP Physics II
Sabine Jacobsen - Biology I, PLTW Principles of Biomedical Science
Vince Komar - Honors Biology, AP Biology
Mark Matenaer - Biology I, PLTW Human Body Systems
Daniel Pawlak - Astronomy, Geology, Meteorology
Bailey Quinn - Biology I
Dan Simcakowski - Chemistry I, Foundations of Chemistry & Physics
Chris Smith - Chemistry I, Foundations of Chemistry & Physics
Lynda Troeger - AP Chemistry, Honors Chemistry
Alison Wierzbicki - Chemistry I
Required Courses:
Biology I or Honors Biology are required for all freshmen.
Two additional years of science are required, but students may choose their courses from the options provided.
Grades 10 - 12:
PLTW: Principles of Biomedical Science (also available to Freshmen)
Chemistry I
Foundations of Physics & Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
PLTW: Human Body Systems
Food & Nutritional Science
Grades 11 - 12:
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
AP Physics I
AP Physics II (Seniors Only)
Astronomy
Biology II
Chemistry II
Geology
Meteorology
Physics
Youth Apprenticeship (YA) *Elective credit only*
PLTW: Medical Interventions