Prerequisite: None

This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in topics such as the following: motion, waves, energy, transformations, properties of matter, changes in matter, and solution chemistry. The use of technology and laboratory investigation will be primary focus in instruction. Student investigation will emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis, and the safe manipulation of laboratory apparatus, and materials in the laboratory.

This course of study emphasizes the investigation of life processes and their interaction with the environment. The students will study cell parts and processes such as homeostasis and energy through photosynthesis and respiration, DNA, genetics, and the high demand field of biotechnology. They will also study evolution, ecology/ecosystems and body systems. Much of the student investigation will be done through laboratory exploration.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and appropriate test scores

The Biology H/IH/PreAP course offers students an in-depth study and observation of living organisms in the environment, prepared specimens, various ecosystems, and inherited traits. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis, and the safe manipulation of laboratory apparatus and materials in the field and the laboratory. Students will complete an independent research project.

Prerequisite: Algebra I Credit Required and completion of IPC (Integrated Physics and Chemistry) or Biology

Chemistry is the study of the structure, composition, and behavior of matter. The course of study emphasizes the investigation of matter, its interactions, and the factors affecting the interactions. Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course that stresses the observation of matter and its behavior, classification of matter, communication of data, measurement of chemical quantities, prediction of chemical phenomena, and manipulation of chemical investigations. Students acquire data by using their senses and instrumentation. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of laboratory apparatus and materials in the laboratory and field.

Prerequisite: Teacher approval and appropriate test scores – Algebra I (1 credit), Biology (1 credit), and Geometry (1 credit) are required.

The Chemistry-H/IH/PreAP course is designed to introduce the student to the qualitative and quantitative aspects of a first year chemistry program. An indepth
study of the mathematical applications will be stressed. The course will emphasize the theoretical concepts of molecular bonding, thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium. The descriptive aspects of the periodic table will be dealt with throughout the course. Students will complete an independent research project.