Science

Astronomy (0.5 credit). Have you ever gazed up at the starry cosmos and wondered what it all means? Do terms like "pulsar," "quasar," and "black hole" sound exotic and incomprehensible? Then this course is for you! It will teach you all about planets, moons, comets, stars, gaseous nebulas, and galaxies. You'll learn how stars are born and die, how black holes anchor galaxies, and why the universe is expanding (Hewitt-White, K., 6-2006).

Biology (A & B) (1 credit). Students will understand basic to in depth biological concepts and be able to use critical thinking skills and deductive reasoning to solve application based problems which will prepare the students for a four-year college program.

Chemistry (A & B) (1 credit). This course is designed for students planning on attending a 4-year University. Students examine atomic structure and bonding with some historical background, fundamental chemical and scientific relationships, chemical reactions and energy, states of matter and solutions.

Earth Science (A & B) (1 credit). This course is a course designed to provide a foundation for students to develop an understanding of the earth, its history, composition, formative processes, and an understanding of the universe. Students will develop an understanding of basic laws, theories, and models to explain the world.

Essentials of Science (A & B) (1 credit). This course provides a science foundation for students to develop an understanding of the earth, its surroundings, energy, and resources. Students will develop an understanding of basic laws, theories, and models to explain the world. Students will be better prepared to face the challenges of tomorrow.

Honors Biology (A & B) (1 credit). This course is a course designed to help students understand basic to in depth biological concepts and be able to use critical thinking skills and deductive reasoning to solve application based problems which will prepare the students for a 4-year college program.

Integrated Chemistry & Physics 1 (0.25 credit). This course introduces basic conceptual physics and chemistry. Students will develop an understanding of the history and changes in physics and chemistry over time while learning concepts of physics and chemistry. Students will also gain insight into the development of qualitative ideas into quantitative thought

Integrated Chemistry & Physics 2 (0.25 credit). This course introduces basic conceptual physics and chemistry. Students will develop an understanding of the history and changes in physics and chemistry over time while learning concepts of physics and chemistry. Students will also gain insight into the development of qualitative ideas into quantitative thought.

Integrated Chemistry & Physics 3 (0.25 credit). This course introduces basic conceptual physics and chemistry. Students will develop an understanding of the history and changes in physics and chemistry over time while learning concepts of physics and chemistry. Students will also gain insight into the development of qualitative ideas into quantitative thought.

Integrated Chemistry & Physics 4 (0.25 credit). This course introduces basic conceptual physics and chemistry. Students will develop an understanding of the history and changes in physics and chemistry over time while learning concepts of physics and chemistry. Students will also gain insight into the development of qualitative ideas into quantitative thought.

Marine Biology (0.5 credit). Students will have a basic understanding of marine ecosystems and be able to use critical thinking skills and deductive reasoning to explore and describe human impact on marine ecosystems.

Physics (A & B) (1 credit). Physics increases student understanding of the characteristics of objects and materials they encounter daily. Students will gain an understanding of the nature of matter and energy, including their forms, the changes they undergo, and their interactions. Students will develop an understanding of the fundamental laws of motion, knowledge of the various ways energy is stored in a system, and the processes by which energy is transferred between systems and surroundings.