Advanced Scientific Research is designed to provide students with an authentic research experience.  Students design their research project around a topic of their choosing.  Students are expected to complete their investigation and write a research paper to express their findings.

Course #:777

Last updated: 12/02/2013

AP Physics 1 is an algebra based, introductory college-level physics course.  Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore physics phenomena.

Topics   covered:    kinematics; dynamics; circular motion and gravitation; energy; momentum; simple harmonic motion; torque and rotational motion; fluids  

Course #:  410208A & 410208B

Last updated 10/28/2022

Astronomy is an elective science course that is designed for the student who wants to investigate the inner-working of the universe. Astronomy explores the our night sky and universe through activities and projects. Students are expected to have an interest in the night sky along with your quest to learn more about stars and our universe.

Topics covered: Constellations and our night time sky, mythology, telescopes, history of astronomy, why astronomers study starlight, life cycle of stars, galaxies, nebulas, novas, supernovas, black holes, etc.  We will also explore the human and robotic exploration of space and the potential of life beyond the Earth.

Course #: 214

Last updated 11/7/022

Biochemistry is a laboratory science course in which students investigate the connections between biological systems and chemistry through a variety of lecture and laboratory activities. This course introduces students to the content and laboratory skills required in a university or technical college biochemistry course.   

Topics covered:  carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, and metabolism

Course #:  229

Last updated 11/22/2023

Biology is a required laboratory science course in which students collaboratively work as a team to analyze and interpret various real-world data sets which focus on a specific phenomenon.  Biology utilizes “storylines'' that are centered around each phenomenon.  This engaging curriculum will allow students to spiral through the necessary skills based on the NGSS Life Science Standards through scaffolding during each subsequent storyline to build a coherent understanding of our natural world.  

Course #:  410210A & 410210B

Last updated 1/22/2019

Biotechnology in Forensic Science is a laboratory science course, exploring the connections between life science and criminal investigations. This course combines fundamental concepts of biology and chemistry with the techniques used in forensic labs. Not only will students explore the genetic, molecular, and cellular techniques used in biotechnology, but they will also delve into their application in forensic science. Students will leave this course with a strong foundation in both biotechnology and forensic science. We will review and analyze real-life case studies that highlight the use of biotechnology in forensic investigations.

Topics covered: DNA and Genetics, Molecular Biology Techniques, Forensic Serology, Fingerprint Analysis, Toxicology, and other biotechnology applications in everyday life 

Course #:249  

Last updated 11/17/2023

Chemistry is an elective laboratory science course in which students investigate the composition of matter and the physical and chemical changes it undergoes.  Students explore chemistry concepts through a combination of lecture and laboratory experiences.  Chemistry provides students with the content and skills necessary to be successful in a university chemistry course.

Topics covered:  matter, atomic theory, periodicity, inorganic nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, ideal gases, solutions, acids and bases 

Course #:  410230A & 410230B

Last updated 2/16/18

In Comparative Anatomy and Physiology, students will study the structure of body parts and their relationship to one another, and the operation of specific organ systems.  This laboratory science course is designed for students who intend to take Anatomy and Physiology courses at a college or technical college level.  

Course #:  228

Last updated 10/7/2019

Environmental Science analyzes the biological and physical features of the biosphere and how it relates to our decisions as a human population. Students will be involved in a detailed outdoor pond study and insect collection unit. Students will also learn the enormous impact humans have on the planet.

Topics covered: pond ecology; insect classification; aspects of the environment; scientific method, data leading to informed decision; aspects of the biosphere; climate change; renewable resources; nonrenewable resources; the environment and human health.

Course #: 215

Last updated 10/8/2015

Geology is an elective science course that allows students to investigate changes and processes that have shaped us locally here in Wisconsin and across our Earth.

Through a phenomenon-based storyline approach, we will investigate 

events that occurred and continue to shaped Wisconsin’s landforms and will include 

Geologic History of Wisconsin and North America, how to interpret rock layers, 

test and analyze your private drinking water, local and world groundwater issues, 

current and past climate data, nature’s feedback loops and glacial evidence and features. Students will develop their own questions which will drive our learning.

Course #:  233

Last updated 11/7/2022

Organic Chemistry is a laboratory science course in which students investigate the structure and chemical reactivity of carbon containing compounds.  This course introduces students to the content and laboratory skills required in a university organic chemistry class.  Students pursuing a career with a science emphasis will benefit from this course.

Topics covered:  complex laboratory techniques specific to organic chemistry, hydrocarbon nomenclature, structural drawings, basic reaction mechanisms

Course #:  234

Last updated 11/22/2023

Physical Science Chemistry is a required course that provides students with the essential skills and laboratory experiences necessary to be successful in other high school science courses.  It is an introductory course designed for students to explore basic chemistry topics in a laboratory setting. 

Topics covered:  scientific method, laboratory methods, matter, atoms, periodic table, chemical reactions, chemical bonding, graphing, displaying and interpreting data, error analysis.

Course #:  410200A

Last updated 10/28/2022

Physical Science Physics is a required course that provides students with the essential skills and laboratory experiences necessary to be successful in other high school lab science courses.  It is an introductory course designed for students to explore basic physic topics in a laboratory setting. 

Topics covered:  scientific method, motion, Newton’s Law, energy waves, graphing, displaying and interpreting data, laboratory design presentation of scientific information

Course #:  410200B

Last updated 10/28/2022

Physics is a laboratory science course in which students develop an understanding of the phenomena of our everyday life. An emphasis on problem solving is used to help students understand and appreciate their environment from a new perspective. 

Topics covered: measurement; kinematics; dynamics; energy; fluids; momentum; simple harmonic motion; waves

Course#:  410236A & 410236B

Last updated 10/28/2022