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Dear Parents and Community Members:
Dear Parents and Community Members:
Welcome to Westwood Regional High School Science!
Welcome to Westwood Regional High School Science!
At Westwood Regional High School, the science department is dedicated to the acquisition of scientific knowledge through observation, experimentation, argument, questioning, discussion, and imagination of scientific phenomenon. We wish to "do" science, not just hear about it. In the words of Albert Einstein... "The important thing is not to stop questioning; curiosity has its own reason for existing." Our teachers wish to instill the quality of curiosity in our students. Be curious, and you will learn science. We wish to "do" science, not just hear about it.
At Westwood Regional High School, the science department is dedicated to the acquisition of scientific knowledge through observation, experimentation, argument, questioning, discussion, and imagination of scientific phenomenon. We wish to "do" science, not just hear about it. In the words of Albert Einstein... "The important thing is not to stop questioning; curiosity has its own reason for existing." Our teachers wish to instill the quality of curiosity in our students. Be curious, and you will learn science. We wish to "do" science, not just hear about it.
The word science comes from the Latin "scientia," meaning knowledge. But how do we define "science"? According to Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary, the definition of science is "knowledge attained through study or practice," or "knowledge covering general truths of the operation of general laws, as obtained and tested through scientific method and concerned with the physical world."
The word science comes from the Latin "scientia," meaning knowledge. But how do we define "science"? According to Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary, the definition of science is "knowledge attained through study or practice," or "knowledge covering general truths of the operation of general laws, as obtained and tested through scientific method and concerned with the physical world."
In the words of Albert Einstein... "The important thing is not to stop questioning; curiosity has its own reason for existing." Our teachers wish to instill the quality of curiosity in our students. Be curious, and you will learn science.
In the words of Albert Einstein... "The important thing is not to stop questioning; curiosity has its own reason for existing." Our teachers wish to instill the quality of curiosity in our students. Be curious, and you will learn science.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Jin Park
Jin Park
STEM Supervisor
STEM Supervisor
What are Pathways?
What are Pathways?
Westwood Regional High School has instituted a Pathway Program beginning with the Freshman class. Some students know early on in their high school careers they want to focus on a specific subject when selecting elective courses. A concentration in a certain area enables students to develop deep knowledge, and it also communicates a strong interest to colleges, universities, and employers. The Pathway Program is completely optional, as we recognize some students want to choose from a wide variety of electives in order to determine which subject areas they like most.
Looking for a description of any science course? Click here for the program of study.
Important Information
Important Information
Click on the links below for important science documents and information!
Click on the links below for important science documents and information!
Why did Westwood HS change its Science sequence to Physics - Chemistry - Biology (Or... Physics First?? There are many reasons, but the main reason is still that its just plain "logical". This document will offer detail reasons and explanations to anyone who still has questions about Physics First.
A signed safety contract must be handed to your science teacher before you take part in any lab exercises. Please read the contract carefully and abide by the rules of the laboratory!
According to NJ state law, students may opt out of dissection in life science courses. Please remember that if they choose to opt out of dissection, they opt out of ALL dissection for the entire year. If you choose to opt out of dissection, this form must be completed and brought to your science teacher by the first Monday of school.
Safety Letter to Parents & Students
Safety is a very serious topic when it comes to our students. This letter will explain just how serious we are and the lengths we, the teachers, go to in order to ensure the safety and well-being of our students in the laboratory.
SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Please click here to access the K-12 summer assignment webpage
Preparing Students for a Lifetime of Success
Preparing Students for a Lifetime of Success
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