Science & Engineering (SC)

Science 6 follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. The course incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) matter and motion (atoms and molecules, changes of state, kinetic and potential energy, motion); (2) the progression from cellular to multicellular life (cell theory, functions sustaining life, cell division and levels of living systems); and (3) properties and processes related to and uses of minerals, rocks, and soil. 

Advanced Science 6 follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. The course incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) matter and motion (atoms and molecules, changes of state, kinetic and potential energy, motion); (2) the progression from cellular to multicellular life (cell theory, functions sustaining life, cell division and levels of living systems); and (3) properties and processes related to and uses of minerals, rocks, and soil.

Students in Advanced Science 6 move at a faster pace in order to increase the breadth and depth of content learned (particularly in matter, energy, motion, and Earth science units), as well as provide additional opportunities for student choice and open inquiry.  Added expectations include integration of technical writing skills, rigorous student-directed learning, and participation in investigative or research projects. Students should expect to spend additional time outside of class completing assignments.

Science 7 follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. The course incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) cycles and patterns of Earth and the moon (biogeochemical cycles, ocean and atmospheric currents, seasons and moon phases); (2) conservation of mass (organization and classification of matter and elements) and energy (transformations); and (3) cycles of matter and flow of energy (ecosystem processes, biomes, abiotic and biotic factors). 

Science 7 Advanced follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. The course incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) cycles and patterns of Earth and the moon (biogeochemical cycles, ocean and atmospheric currents, seasons and moon phases); (2) conservation of mass (organization and classification of matter and elements) and energy (transformations); and (3) cycles of matter and flow of energy (ecosystem processes, biomes, abiotic and biotic factors). 

Students in Advanced Science 7 move at a faster pace in order to increase the breadth and depth of content learned (particularly in energy, electricity, chemistry and Earth science units), as well as provide additional opportunities for student choice and open inquiry. Added expectations include integration of technical writing skills, rigorous student-directed learning, and participation in investigative or research projects. Students should expect to spend additional time outside of class completing assignments. 

This course includes two of Project Lead the Way’s foundation courses called Design and Modeling (DM) and Automation and Robotics (AR), and aligns with the high schools’ Engineering Pathway.  

In Design and Modeling, students apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of  creativity and innovation in their lives. They work in teams to design various projects, capturing research and ideas, documenting them along the way. Using 3D Modeling software, students create a virtual image of their designs and produce a portfolio to showcase their innovative solutions.  

In Automation and Robotics, students learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics® platform to design, build, and program real world objects such as traffic lights, toll booths, and robotic arms.

This course is framed around Project Lead the Way’s Gateway course, Medical Detectives, and aligns with the high schools’ Health Pathway. Medical Detectives’ students play the role of real-life medical detectives to explore the biomedical sciences through hands-on projects and labs that require students to solve a variety of medical mysteries. Students will participate in investigative activities related to diagnosis of infectious disease, medicine, dissection of preserved specimens, diagnosis of infectious disease, and collecting experimental data.

Science 8 follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. Science 8 incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) forces and motion; (2) Earth science (Earth’s composition and movement, geologic processes, geologic time); (3) change over time (species diversification and fossil records); and (4) inheritance and adaptation. 

Science 8 Advanced follows Ohio’s Learning Standards for Science and includes topics in Physical, Earth and Space, and Life Science. Science 8 incorporates scientific practices such as inquiry, experimental design, the use of models, data analysis, critical thinking, and using evidence to construct and communicate explanations. Content addressed includes: (1) forces and motion; (2) Earth science (Earth’s composition and movement, geologic processes, geologic time); (3) change over time (species diversification and fossil records); and (4) inheritance and adaptation. 

Students in Advanced Science 8 move at a faster pace in order to increase the breadth and depth of content learned (particularly in forces, motion, and Earth science units), as well as provide additional opportunities for student choice and open inquiry. Added expectations include integration of technical writing skills, rigorous student-directed learning, and participation in investigative or research projects. Students should expect to spend additional time outside of class completing assignments.

Students  will discover computer science concepts and skills by creating personally relevant, tangible, and shareable projects. Throughout the unit, students will learn about programming for the physical world by blending hardware design and software development. They will design and create personally relevant, tangible, and shareable products. 

Computer Science provides students with an introduction to computing systems, coding, digital citizenship, and cybersecurity. The course also explores computer science’s impact on society in the past, present, and future, as well as potential career opportunities. Informed by Ohio Department of Education Computer Science standards, the course integrates lessons, activities, and projects from Project Lead the Way, CodeHS, and Code.org curricula. Computer Science allows students to explore the field and its relationships to the Engineering and Business Logistics pathways at the high school level.