ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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NCAA APPROVED
When studying physics, you will learn about the “basics” of physics: how to describe and analyze motion, how forces interact with matter, and how to further describe these interactions with the aid of the concepts of energy and momentum. Finally, you’ll explore one more specialized topic, thermodynamics, the physics of heat. Next, you will use your physical understanding of motion, forces and energy and apply that knowledge to some important, specialized topics in physics: the behavior of waves, applications of wave theory to light and optics, the interaction of electrical and magnetic forces, and the special “non-Newtonian” properties of energy and matter described by quantum theory.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
CREDIT RECOVERY AVAILABLE
HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED
In this course students will explore the processes required to maintain living organisms. From the tiny molecules and intricate molecular processes to keep cells alive to the large cycling of matter and energy through ecosystems, students will analyze data, explore tools used to study life, and study how variation, both within organisms and in entire ecosystems, contributes to the resiliency of living things. By the end of the course, students will gain skill in analyzing graphs and charts, develop proficiency in analyzing hypotheses and formulating conclusions, and possess a basic understanding of the processes required to maintain life.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
CREDIT RECOVERY AVAILABLE
HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED
In this course, students will think critically about the physical processes surrounding matter and energy. They will be asked to apply the principles that guide chemical reactions to real-world scenarios and analyze real-world outcomes. By the end of the course, students will gain the ability to read and use the periodic table to name chemicals, predict properties of elements and chemicals, and predict outcomes of chemical interactions, differentiate among types of chemical reactions, including types of reactants and products involved, possess the ability to balance chemical reactions and compare yields in ideal and actual conditions, develop skills in reading and applying graphs to demonstrate principles like equilibrium and gas laws, and possess the ability to convert amounts based on ratios and conversion factors.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED
In this course students will explore the relationship between structure and function and how the human body maintains homeostasis. You will apply principles learned in biology to each of the human body systems as well as how cellular transport, cellular organelles, and organic macromolecules come together in a specific organization to maintain life. By the end of the course, students will explore both the anatomy and physiology of each body system, practice using anatomical terminology to describe the location and structure of organs and tissues within the body systems, take an in depth look at select processes that apply biological and chemical principles to body processes, learn about diseases and disorders that affect each body system, treatments, and preventive measures, and practice applying knowledge of body systems to case studies involving real-world scenarios.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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In Environmental Science, you will learn about the importance of environmental science as an interdisciplinary field. You will describe abiotic and biotic factors of an ecosystem. You will describe the importance of biodiversity for the survival of organisms and the importance of the food chain and the food web in the ecosystem. You will learn about ecological interactions and succession. You will describe the effects of climate change and different types of adaptation. Further, you will describe the steps of the water cycle, and how carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycle in the global environment. Additionally, you will learn about the factors that affect populations. You will describe human population growth and its implications. You will describe the factors that lead to unequal distribution of natural resources on Earth. You will explain waste management. You will describe different forms of pollution, and ways to control pollution. You will describe various nonrenewable and renewable energy sources. Further, you will learn about benefits of environmental policies and identify factors that affect sustainable development.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
CREDIT RECOVERY AVAILABLE
HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED
In this course, you will explore how the spheres of Earth are connected to create and maintain a habitable planet. You will apply principles learned previously about outer space, our solar system, and the planets to understand Earth’s place in outer space. You will evaluate how internal and external processes interact with one another and will analyze current and historical data to predict what future Earth may look like. By the end of the course, students will explore both the internal and external structures of the Earth, study the processes and cycles that enable life to exist on Earth, practice applying knowledge of Earth’s characteristics to case studies involving real-world scenarios, and practice using locations around Earth to describe processes, weather climate, sustainability, and other scientific phenomena.
ONE-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
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In Integrated Physics and Chemistry, you will first learn about the “basics” of physics, since physics is actually the foundation of chemistry. In this course, you will learn how to describe and analyze motion, how forces interact with matter, and how to further describe these interactions with the aid of the concepts of energy and momentum. You will also learn about waves, electricity, and magnetism. While exploring chemistry, students will focus on the atomic and molecular structures that result in different chemical properties and the concepts and tools that will enable you to predict chemical properties and chemical reactions. You will learn about key types of chemical relationships and reactions, including solutions and acid-base reactions. Finally, you will extend your knowledge into the areas of thermal and nuclear energy.
HALF-CREDIT CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
NCAA APPROVED
In Marine Science you will begin to better understand the aquatic cycles, structures, and processes that generate and sustain life in the sea. Through the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, and problem solving, you will conduct various scientific procedures that will lead to an increased level of knowledge about Marine Science. You will also have the opportunity to use technology and laboratory instruments in an academic setting. By recognizing the inherent ethics and safety procedures necessary in advanced experiments, you will become progressively more confident in your abilities as a capable marine scientist.
HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
While studying astronomy, students will explore the origin of the universe, the Milky Way, and other galaxies and stars, including the concepts of modern astronomy and the methods used by astronomers to learn more about the universe.You’ll be taken on an exciting journey through the solar system to explore the sun, comets, asteroids, meteors, life cycles of stars, and planets’ properties. Become familiar with the concepts of space travel and settlements, and what it could be like to live and work in space.
ONE-CREDIT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
MS Biology and Physical Science focuses mainly on plants and animals. The course begins with an introduction to cells. The course then continues with the hierarchy of organization, covering tissues, organs, and organ systems. Once students have learned what makes up organisms, they will look at the interactions between them. The course will also cover the growth of plants and animals and what factors affect their growth. Students will then track the life cycles of plants and animals and find out how they reproduce. Topics also include energy and its transformation, matter, natural cycles, the effect of the Sun on ocean and air currents, different types of pollution, and the effects of greenhouse gases on the Earth’s climate.
