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This course introduces students to the concepts of matter, energy, and forces, and their applications through exploratory investigations and activities. This course includes laboratory investigations that incorporate the use of measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus, safety procedures, and experimental procedures.

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In this course, students learn to explore the ecological interactions between living things and the environment. The systematic study of global realms - atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere - provides students with an understanding of natural processes. The course provides an overview of the nature of ecosystems, energy flow and interrelationships of biology, geology, and chemical cycles; population studies; organization and dynamics of ecological communities; and environmental pollution.

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The focus of this course includes the nature of science from a scientist's perspective. Detailed information is included about the atmosphere, winds, fronts, and weather. The course also addresses the earth's water, including waves and what is in the water and the land, including volcanoes, earthquakes, rocks, and minerals. The next part of the course addresses the earth's past, including fossils, the ice age, and glaciers. Completing this course is the study of the universe including the solar system, stars, and the way each functions.

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The focus of this Honors course includes the nature of science from a scientist's perspective. Detailed information is included about the atmosphere, winds, fronts, and weather. The course also addresses the earth's water, including waves and what is in the water and the land, including volcanoes, earthquakes, rocks, and minerals. The next part of the course addresses the earth's past, including fossils, the ice age, and glaciers. Completing this course is the study of the universe including the solar system, stars, and the way each functions.

To earn the Honors Credit, students must complete additional projects and assignments that test skill level in creative thinking.

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Marine Science is a class designed for students who have completed at least two years of science-one year of biology and one year of physical science. Marine Science is a blend of biology and physical science as it incorporates topics such as ecology, chemistry, geology, technology, zoology, meteorology, botany, oceanography, and marine biology. Throughout this course, students explore the classification, anatomy, and physiology of organisms in the marine environment, as well as the ecological function of these organisms as members of complex biological communities. As students delve deeper into course content, they will understand the origin of the oceans and the geological aspects of the marine environment and the ecology of various sea zones. Students will also analyze characteristics of marine ecosystems while understanding and appreciating the relationship between people and the oceans.

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The nature of life is revealed through a study of matter, energy, chemical processes, genetics, DNA, and cells. Students will learn the scientific method and examine the traits and classifications of organisms from viruses and bacteria to plants and animals. Laboratory investigations enhance the understanding of living things.

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In this Honors course, the nature of life is revealed through a study of matter, energy, chemical processes, genetics, DNA, and cells. Students will learn the scientific method and examine the traits and classifications of organisms from viruses and bacteria to plants and animals. Laboratory investigations enhance the understanding of living things.

Note: To earn the Honors Credit, students must complete additional projects and assignments that test skill level in creative thinking.

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In this course, students investigate atomic structure, the properties of matter, chemical reactions, and the conservation of energy. They also make a close inquiry of the composition and transformation of substances and learn the laws of gases and molecular theory. Video lessons help associate chemistry concepts with everyday life and careers. Animation demonstrates lab experiments and lab safety.

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In this Honors course, students investigate atomic structure, the properties of matter, chemical reactions, and the conservation of energy. They also make a close inquiry of the composition and transformation of substances and learn the laws of gases and molecular theory. Video lessons help associate chemistry concepts with everyday life and careers. Animation demonstrates lab experiments and lab safety.

Note: To earn the Honors Credit, students must complete additional projects and assignments that test skill level in creative thinking.

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In the physics course-the most fundamental of the natural sciences, students explore the quantitative in nature and use the language of mathematics to describe natural phenomena. Inquiry is applied to the study of matter and energy and their interaction. The following topics are "uncovered" in this curriculum: conservation of mass and energy, conservation of momentum, waves, fields, and interactions of matter and energy.

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AP Biology is a yearlong course taught at the same level as a freshman college biology class. This course adheres closely to the College Board standards for AP Biology and will prepare students to take the AP Biology Exam. The two main goals of this course are to help students develop a framework for biology and to help them gain a deeper understanding of science as a process. In this course, students will develop higher level thinking in terms of biology rather than just memorizing terms and facts. Some major themes of study include science as a process, evolution, energy transfer, continuity, and change.

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AP Chemistry is equivalent to a full-year introductory college course in general Chemistry. Students will learn fundamental analytical skills to assess chemical problems proficiently. Through fascinating and elaborative lessons, students will develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions based on informed judgment and present evidence in clear and persuasive essays.