Biology

What is life and how does the natural world shape it?

1522 Biology

Grade 9-12: 1 Credit College Prep

This lab based course introduces students to the major themes in Biology: From Molecules to Organisms, Ecosystems, Biological Evolution, and Heredity. Reasoning and problem solving skills are emphasized in labs which require collaboration and experimental design. Students take the Biology MCAS upon completion of the course. Freshmen who have completed Algebra I in grade 8 should consider taking Biology in grade 9. They will then be able to take the Biology MCAS during freshmen year.

1523 Biology Honors

Grade 9-12: 1 Credit Honors

Honors-level biology in this course will focus on the four major core ideas in Biology: Molecules to Organisms, Ecosystems, Biological Evolution, and Heredity. Each concept will be supported by 1:1 technology, and multiple lab experiences in which students will make observations, raise questions, and formulate hypotheses. Students are expected to conduct scientific investigations, analyze and interpret results, and communicate the results to an audience. Students will take the Biology MCAS upon completion of the course.