Class Overview

Physical Science

Physical science introduces chemistry and physics and provides an understanding of the interactions of matter and energy. Through lab experiences, students collect and mathematically analyze data involving the classes of matter, chemical equations, Newton’s Laws, thermodynamics, light, electricity, nuclear energy, and scientific technology.

Earth/Environmental Science

Earth/environmental science introduces the student to the function and the impact of human interactions on the earth’s geological and environmental systems. Through lab experiences, students analyze and examine scientific evidence about issues relevant to the earth. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and reliance on evidence to promote learning in an investigative-based, issue-oriented science course. Topics covered include matter, energy, plate tectonics, origin and evolution of the earth and solar system, environmental awareness, materials availability, and the cycles that circulate energy and material through the earth system