• Compounds
• Atoms
• Chemical Reactions
• Kinetic theory
• Structure of matter
• Intermolecular forces and bonding
• Laws of thermodynamics
• Chemical equilibrium Projects , activities , etc : Lab work Instruction focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college level text is used ; college credit could be earned by taking the IB Chemistry course after this course
AP Chemistry [ AndHS only ] [ AP exam is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Earth Science or Honors Earth Science Intended Audience : Grade 10 Credit : 3 trimesters = 1.5 credit Major Outcomes : Build understanding of :
• Structure of matter
• Intermolecular forces and bonding
• Chemical reactions
• Kinetics
• Laws of thermodynamics
• Chemical equilibrium
• Approach the AP exam with confidence Projects , Activities , etc .: Inquiry based activities and lab work Instructional Focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college text is used . College credit may be earned based on AP exam score and institution
Biology I Prerequisite / Selection Process : Chemistry I or Honors Chemistry I or AP Chemistry [ AndHS ] Intended Audience : Grade 11 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Describe cycles and interactions in the natural world
• Understand structure and function of cells
• Understand principles and applications of genetics
• Knowledge of biological change over time
• Understand life processes and diversity of life on Earth Projects , Activities , etc .: Lab work Instructional Focus : Small and large group lecture and lab activities
AP Biology [ AndHS , BHS , CRHS only ] [ AP exam is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Chemistry I or Honors Chemistry I or AP Chemistry [ AndHS ] Intended Audience : Grade 11 Credit : Three trimesters = 1.5 credits Major Outcomes :
• Science as a Process
• Evolution
• Energy Transfer
• Continuity and Change
• Relationship of Structure to Function
• Regulation
• Interdependence in Nature
• Science , Technology , and Society
• Approach the AP exam with confidence Projects , Activities , etc .: Inquiry based activities and lab work Instructional Focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college text is used . College credit may be earned based on AP exam score and institution .
Coll Honors Biology [ AHS only ] Composed of SCSU BIOL 102 [ The Living World ] Intended Audience : Grade 11 - GPA in top 33 % of class OR 3.5 GPA OR nationally standardized test score listed below . Grade 12 - GPA in top 50 % of class OR 3.0 GPA OR nationally standardized test score listed below . Students may be eligible with the following nationally recognized test scores :
• ACT : 23 or above composite score
• Pre-ACT : 22 or above composite score
• PLAN : 19 or above
• SAT : 1070 or above ( math & critical reading )
• PSAT : 107 or above Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit , successful completion will earn 3 college credits . Major Outcomes : Students will understand :
• The nature of science , its methods , scope , and limitations
• Cell function
• The genetic basis of life
• Major concepts and theories of diversity , evolution , and ecology
• Plant form and function
• Organization and general function of the human body Significant biological issues facing society Projects , Activities , etc .: Lab investigations and write-ups , research , presentations and college campus visit Instructional Focus : Small and large group lecture , field and lab activities and use of college text
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Honors Biology II : Genetics and Biotechnology [ AndHS , AHS , BHS , CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Biology I , IB Biology SL or HL , Coll Honors Biology or AP Biology [ AndHS , BHS , CRHS ] Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Identify and culture microscopic organisms
• Understand use and apply techniques and principles of biotechnology to microorganisms
Projects , Activities , etc .: Bacterial identification , genetic engineering , and DNA extraction / transfer ; college text is used
Honors Biology II : Physiology / Anatomy [ AndHS , AHS , BHS , CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Biology I , or IB Biology SL or HL , Coll Honors Biology or AP Biology [ AndHS , BHS , CRHS ] Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 students interested in health-related careers Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Knowledge of structure and function of human organ systems
Projects , Activities , etc .: Mammal dissection Instructional Focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college text is used
CHEMICAL SCIENCE
Honors Chemistry II Prerequisite / Selection Process : Chemistry I with permission of teacher or Honors Chemistry I or AP Chemistry [ AndHS only ] Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 interested in pursuing science , medicine or engineering . Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Further development of advanced chemistry concepts Projects , Activities , etc .: Lab work Instructional Focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college text is used
Honors / IB Chemistry II A ONLY [ CPHS Only ] Prerequisite / selection process : Chemistry 1 with permission of teacher or Honors Chem 1 or Honors Pre-IB Chemistry 1 [ CPHS Only ] and HS Algebra 2 or Hon HS Algebra 2 Intended Audience : Grade 11 or 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Laws of thermodynamics
• Kinetics
• Chemical equilibrium
• Further development of advanced chemistry Projects , activities , etc : Lab work Instruction focus : College-level concepts through small and large group lecture and lab activities ; college level text is used ; college credit could be earned by taking the full IB Chemistry course ( 2 trimester course )
EARTH SCIENCE
Astronomy Prerequisite / Selection Process : None Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Learn to navigate the night sky
• Understand how astronomers uncover the mysteries of stars , supernovae , galaxies , and black holes
• Investigate the possibility of life outside of Earth , the expansion of the universe , General Relativity , dark matter , and dark energy
• Develop skills to understand and communicate about new astronomy research
Projects , activities , etc : Create a star wheel to help view the night sky , stargaze with telescopes , develop a model showing the life cycle of stars , analyze curved space-time with a gravity table , use real data from space telescopes to look for exoplanets , complete personalized research project Instructional Focus : Collaborative and hands-on lab activities , discussion , and lecture through the context of current astronomy research and data
SCIENCE
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