Science
COLLEGE-PREPARATORY/ WORK-READY PROGRAM
5th Grade: Science 5
6th Grade: Science 6
7th Grade: Science 7
8th Grade: Science 8
HONORS PROGRAM
5th Grade: Honors Science 5
6th Grade: Honors Science 6
7th Grade: Honors Science 7
8th Grade: Honors Science 8
310003
Science 5
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 5
Science 5 revolves around driving questions as students engage in science and engineering practices to develop conceptual understanding of physical science core ideas about matter and its interactions, motion and forces, and energy. Students study Earth and life science core ideas related to energy flow in organisms, ecosystems, Earth's systems and impact of human activities, and Earth's place in the universe.
310103
Science 6
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 5
Grade Level(s): 6
Science 6 uses phenomena and driving questions to engage students in science and engineering practices to develop a conceptual understanding of physical science core ideas about matter and its interactions, energy, and waves and their applications. Students study Earth and life science core ideas related to cells, body systems, Earth's place in the universe, Earth’s systems and its dynamic nature, ecosystem interactions, and how humans use technology to mitigate effects of natural hazards.
330403
Honors Science 6
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 5
Grade Level(s): 6
Honors Science 6 includes all concepts in Science 6, but the pace of the course allows students to explore concepts in greater depth with project-based learning and student-guided inquiry.
310203
Science 7
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 6
Grade Level(s): 7
Science 7 engages students in science and engineering practices through the use of phenomena and driving questions to develop a conceptual understanding of physical science core ideas of structure and properties of matter, chemical reactions, and the conservation and transfer of energy. Students study life science focused on energy flow, the cycling of matter, cellular respiration, ecosystems interactions, and dynamics. Students examine the Earth's natural resources and distribution, minimizing human impact on the environment and natural resources, and factors that have changed global temperatures over the past century.
330503
Honors Science 7
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 6
Grade Level(s): 7
Honors Science 7 includes all concepts in Science 7, but the pace of the course allows students to explore concepts in greater depth with project-based learning and student-guided inquiry.
310303
Science 8
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 7
Grade Level(s): 8
Science 8 revolves around the use of phenomena and driving questions as students engage in science and engineering practices to develop conceptual understanding and model the Earth-sun-mood to describe cyclic patterns. Students focus on life science through engaging in arguments from evidence that animals have specialized structure for specific needs and dive into genetics as well as heredity. Students analyze and interpret data from fossils and look for patterns among organisms. Physical science is focused on through forces and their interactions, Newton’s Laws of motion, and the study of waves and their applications in technology.
330603
Honors Science 8
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: Science 7
Grade Level(s): 8
Honors Science 8 course includes all concepts in Science 8, but the pace of the course allows students to explore concepts in greater depth with project-based learning and student-guided inquiry.
SCIENCE ELECTIVES
411204
STEAM Explorations
Quarter(s): 1
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 5, 6
STEAM Explorations is an introductory class that allows students to discover the many practical ways that STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) has led to safer, healthier, and happier lives for all people. Students explore STEAM topics through hands-on experiences, and immerse themselves in the design process, collaborative learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking to solve real-world challenges.
411201
STEAM Innovation and Design I
Quarter(s): 2
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
STEAM Innovation and Design I moves students toward a deeper understanding of STEAM concepts and connections as they investigate authentic problems and collaborate to plan and engineer innovative solutions. Following the design process they research, construct, test, refine, and analyze their ideas. Through a wide variety of interactive tools and materials, students apply knowledge and skills in the context of cutting-edge and high-demand career fields.
411202
STEAM Innovation and Design II
Quarter(s): 2
Prerequisite: STEAM innovation and Design II
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
STEAM Innovation and Design II combines problem-solving, discovery, exploratory learning, and innovation with respect to STEAM topics. Students utilize higher-order thinking for projects connected to the real-world design, and reevaluate their process to construct an improved end result. This course advances problem-solving skills by taking students through the steps that scientists and engineers use in everyday life. Throughout this class, students grow in their curiosity and confidence about STEAM in the 21st century.
411203
STEAM Innovation and Design III
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: STEAM innovation and Design I and II
Grade Level(s): 7, 8
STEAM Innovation and Design III combines problem-solving, discovery, exploratory learning, and innovation with respect to STEAM topics. Students utilize higher-order thinking for projects connected to the real-world design, and reevaluate their process to construct an improved end result. This course advances problem-solving skills by taking students through the steps that scientists and engineers use in everyday life. Throughout this class, students grow in their curiosity and confidence about STEAM in the 21st century.
411205
STEAM Innovation and Design IV
Quarter(s): 4
Prerequisite: STEAM innovation and Design I, II, and III
Grade Level(s): 8
STEAM Innovation and Design IV combines problem-solving, discovery, exploratory learning, and innovation with respect to STEAM topics. Students utilize higher-order thinking for projects connected to the real-world design, and reevaluate their process to construct an improved end result. This course advances problem-solving skills by taking students through the steps that scientists and engineers use in everyday life. Throughout this class, students grow in their curiosity and confidence about STEAM in the 21st century.