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Students must complete 3.0 credits of Science courses for graduation. Students will take science during 9th and 10th grade, and their final 1.0 credit can be completed during 11th or 12th grade.
All science courses are year-long. Students may take a math-based science course (noted in the descriptions) during 12th grade to fulfill their senior year math-based quantitative course requirement.
Biology Options
Biology Options
Biology (SCI101/102)
9th or 10th Grade
This course is designed to provide students with a strong foundation for future science study at any level as well as preparing students for state and national tests. The focus of this class will be scientific investigation and inquiry of living systems using the following themes: The Process of Science, Evolution, Energy Flow, Structures & Process of living system, Homeostasis, and Ecology.
AP Biology (SCI211/212)
10th, 11th, or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology
Fee: $98 for AP Exam (subject to change)
Can count as senior-year quantitative course
Advanced Placement Biology provides able and motivated students with an overview of Biology and an opportunity to pursue college level biological studies while still in high school. Upon completion of the course, the student have the option to take the AP Biology examination and may receive college credit.
Chemistry Options
Chemistry Options
Chemistry (SCI201/202)
10th, 11th, or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II
Can count as a senior-year quantitative course
Chemistry is the study and investigation of the structure and properties of matter. Chemistry I & II is a broad course emphasizing lab experiences that support basic chemical concepts such as atomic theory, states of matter, chemical formulae, balancing equations, reaction types, quantitative methods, chemical bonding and solution chemistry.
Advanced Chemistry (SCI518/519)
11th or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Chemistry
Can count as a senior-year quantitative course
This class is an AP level treatment of concepts explored in Chemistry I & II, and then expands into advanced chemical topics such as reaction mechanisms, rates of reaction, equilibrium, acid/base reactions, oxidation/reduction, nuclear chemistry and organic chemistry. As in Chemistry I & II, lab experience is emphasized.
Biomedical Sciences Options
Biomedical Sciences Options
Principles of Biomedical Science (SCI111/112)
9th, 10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Principles of Biomedical Science is a hands-on, project-based learning experience that introduces the basics of biomedical science through the use of technology. In this course you will investigate and ask questions, you will learn about careers in the biomedical field, and perform experiments using the scientific method and science concepts that we explore throughout each unit. You will be expected to seize each day as an opportunity to learn something new and connect with your peers; all while enhancing your 21st-century skills.
Unit 1: Medical Investigation
Unit 2: Clinical Care
Unit 3: Outbreaks and Emergencies
Unit 4: Innovation, Inc.
Human Body Systems (SCI221/222)
10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science
Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis in the body. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal Maniken®; use medical devices such as sphygmomanometers, stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs to monitor blood pressure, heart rate and respiratory sounds. Students take on the roles of biomedical professionals to solve real-world medical cases. Exploratory labs may include dissection of sheep brain, pig kidney and a cow eye.
Medical Interventions (SCI321/322)
11th or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Human Body Systems
Students investigate a variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease as they follow the life of a fictitious family. The course is a “How-To” manual for maintaining overall health and homeostasis in the body. Students explore how to prevent and fight infection; screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; prevent, diagnose and treat cancer; and prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. Through these scenarios, students are exposed to a range of interventions related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics.
Physics Options
Physics Options
Physics (SCI301/302)
10th, 11th, or 12th Grade
Can count as a senior-year quantitative course
Physics is the branch of science that studies the phenomena of matter and energy including velocity, accelerations, force, energy, machines & electrical circuits. We will explore and test the theories using mathematics and 21st century skills to ask questions and see the world through a scientific lens. We will also combine hands-on labs and engineering projects to explore the world of physics.
AP Physics (SCI311/312)
11th or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II
Fees: $98 for AP Exam (subject to change)
Can count as senior-year quantitative course
Physics is the study of real world phenomena and their mathematical relationships. Concepts are explored through inquiry-based lab experiences. Students are presented with complex questions, investigate core physics concepts, and apply their understanding in real world contexts. This class focuses on Newtonian mechanics, energy, waves and sound, gravitation, electricity and momentum.
Engineering Science Options
Engineering Science Options
Introduction to Engineering (SCI401/402)
9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade
Introduction to Engineering provides a space for making, learning, exploring and sharing using high tech tools. Students are encouraged to develop a maker mindset of creating something out of nothing and exploring their own interests. Some of the skills learned are electronics, 3D printing, 3D modeling, coding, robotics and even wood-prototyping. High tech tools include 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, soldering irons and sticker cutting machines. This course is open to all students, and no prior engineering experience is necessary. This is the first class in the Engineering and Manufacturing sequence.
Engineering Design & Development (SCI411/412)
10th, 11th, or 12th Grade
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Engineering
In this capstone course, teams of students spend the year solving problems of their own choosing. The teams apply principles developed in the preceding engineering courses and are guided by a community mentor. They brainstorm possibilities, research current patents and regulations, construct a working model, test the model in real life situations (or simulation), document their designs, and present and defend the design to a panel of experts. Students receive college credit upon completion of this course.
Computer Science Options
Computer Science Options
AP Computer Science Principles (SCI395/396)
10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Year Long Course
Prerequisite: Completion of concurrent enrollment in Geometry
Fee: $98 for AP Exam (subject to change)
Can count as senior-year quantitative course
This is a full-year, rigorous course that introduces high school students to the foundations of modern computing. The course covers a broad range of foundational topics such as programming, algorithms, the Internet, big data, digital privacy and security, and the societal impacts of computing.
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