Science

Science 6 SCI600

Students will develop knowledge and understanding of physics, Earth, and life sciences. Students become familiar with the process that scientists use to answer questions and solve problems. The combination of lecture and laboratory experience contributes to stirring their curiosity, expanding their horizons, and cultivating learning outside the classroom. Students are exposed to planning and implementing field and laboratory investigations, selecting proper lab procedures and equipment, analyzing information, making informed decisions, and presenting conclusions in written, mathematical, and graphical forms. Prerequisite: None

Science 7 SCI700

Grade 7 science is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes scientific investigations and reasoning in order to learn about natural phenomena. The content focuses on life science including cells, genetics, body systems, ecosystems, and the environment. Students will read, write, and learn through inquiry, hands-on activities, laboratory experiments, and projects to reinforce the concepts. Prerequisite: None

Honors Science 7 SCI701

This course provides students with the skills designed to prepare them for the rigor and depth of accelerated science courses. In addition to the content outlined in Science 7, Honors science is differentiated through the depth of content, greater complexity of questioning, and the development of higher-level cognitive understanding as demonstrated through discussion, research, and writing. Opportunities for original thinking and collaboration to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate processes in life science are included in the curriculum through content focused laboratory investigations and data collection. The coursework may require individual research and projects which extend beyond the classroom. Prerequisite: None

Science 8 SCI800

8th grade science is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes scientific investigations and reasoning in order to learn about natural phenomena. The content focuses on Earth and Space Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Ecology. Students are expected to master the learning objectives using hands-on activities, laboratory experiments, and projects. Prerequisite: None

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