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:

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