Earth and Space Science 103
Honors Earth and Space Science
104
Biology I 107
Biology Lab 108
Honors Biology
123
Honors Biology Lab 124
Human Anatomy & Physiology 109
Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab
110
Chemistry I
111
Chemistry I Lab
112
Honors Chemistry I
125
Honors Chemistry I Lab 126
Chemistry II
127
Chemistry II Lab
128
Physics
115
Physics Lab
116
Astronomy 119
Geology 120
Physical Science
106
Environmental Science 122
103 Earth & Space Science Credit: 1.0
Earth & Space Science is designed to give students an understanding of the Earth and the universe around it. Students are introduced to the fields of astronomy (solar system, stars & universe), geology (plate tectonics, rock cycle, earthquakes, and faulting), and meteorology (weather patterns, atmospheric conditions, and greenhouse effect). This course includes discussions and investigations of the Earth, its composition, processes, history, and position in space. Topics that will be investigated are properties of matter, mineral / rock classification, plate tectonics, weather forecasting, and laws of planetary motion, among many others. This course is aligned with the Pennsylvania State Science Standards for Earth & Space Science.
104 Honors Earth & Space Science Credit: 1.0
(Honors course selections are final and can NOT be dropped by students)
This course will cover the Earth & Space Science concepts at an in-depth and rapid pace and will include rigorous assessments.
Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation
107 Biology I Credit: 1.0
Biology: Exploring life provides the student with a deep understanding of the many facets of life. The scope, science and processes of Biology; chemical basis of life, molecules of life, a tour of the cell, the working cells of plants and animals; cellular basis of inheritance, patterns of inheritance, DNA, human genetics & technologies; and the history of life will all be covered thoroughly.
108 Biology Lab Credit: 0.5
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Biology 1.
123 Honors Biology Credit: 1.0
(Honors course selections are final and can NOT be dropped by students)
This course will cover the Biology concepts at an in-depth and rapid pace and will include rigorous assessments.
Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation
124 Honors Biology Lab Credit: 0.5
(Honors course selections are final and can NOT be dropped by students)
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Honors Biology.
109 Human Anatomy & Physiology Credit: 1.0
In the real world, anatomy and physiology are always related. The parts of your body form a well-organized unit, and each of those parts has a job to do to make the body operate as a whole. Structure determines what functions can take place. The intimate relationship between anatomy and physiology is stressed throughout this course to make your learning meaningful.
Recommended Prerequisite: C in Biology and Chemistry I
110 Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab Credit: 0.5
111 Chemistry 1 Credit: 1.0
Conceptual, algebra based study of the structure of matter. Topics covered will include gases, liquids, and nuclear interactions. Mathematical interpretation and laboratory experience are integrated with the subject matter. Higher-level thinking skills are emphasized. Any student planning on going to college should elect this course.
Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra 1
112 Chemistry 1 lab Credit: 0.5
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Chemistry 1.
125 Honors Chemistry 1 Credit: 1.0
(Honors course selections are final and can NOT be dropped by students)
Conceptual, algebra based study of the structure of matter. Topics covered will include gases, liquids, and nuclear interactions. Mathematical interpretation and laboratory experience are integrated with the subject matter. Higher-level thinking skills are emphasized. Any student planning on going to college should elect this course. This course will cover these chemistry concepts at an in- depth and rapid pace and will include rigorous assessments above and beyond Chemistry 1. Prerequisites: Algebra 1 and teacher recommendation
126 Honors Chemistry 1 lab Credit: 0.5
(Honors course selections are final and can NOT be dropped by students)
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Honors Chemistry 1.
127 Chemistry 2 Credit: 1.0
Takes up where Chemistry 1 left off. This is an intense course whose topics will be aligned to a college course syllabus and will prepare the student for the AP test or CLEP test. The engineering, health field, pre-med, etc. major in college should elect this course.
Prerequisites: Geometry, Chemistry 1, and teacher recommendation
128 Chemistry 2 Lab Credit: 0.5
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Chemistry 2.
115 Physics Credit: 1.0
This is a study of the relationship of matter and energy. It integrates mathematical interpretation and laboratory experience with the subject matter. Higher-level thinking skills are emphasized. It is recommended that students who are registered for Physics also register for the Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry. 116 Physics Lab
Credit: 0.5
Students must register for this course in conjunction with Physics.
119 Astronomy Credit: 0.5
Astronomy is designed for students with an interest in learning about basic astronomical principles, observational techniques, and the wonders of our universe. The nine planets will be studied in detail, as well as the motions of the sun and moon, major constellations, space exploration, and the birth and death of stars.
120 Geology Credit: 0.5
Geology is designed for students with an interest in learning about the Earth, its origins, evolution, the materials that make it up, and the processes that act on it. Topics include plate tectonics, rocks + minerals, natural resources, mining, erosion, topographic maps, earthquakes, and geological time scales.
106 Physical Science Credit: 1.0
This is a conceptual study of physics and chemistry. The laws of motion, forces, energy and momentum, properties and states of matter, heat and thermodynamics, gases, structures of matter, liquids will be studied. Mathematical interpretations, projects, current events and laboratory experience will be integrated with the subject matter.
Recommended Prerequisites: Algebra 1
122 Environmental Science Credit: 1.0
This course will allow students to understand and appreciate their state’s environment and natural resources, as well as the student’s impact on them. This will be achieved through inquiry, discussion, case studies, direct instruction and hands on activities based upon the following content standard: wetlands and watersheds, renewable and nonrenewable resources, environmental health, agriculture and society, ecosystems and their interactions, threatened and endangered species, humans and the environment and environmental laws and regulations.