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Anatomy & Physiology is the study of the structure and
function of the human body. This course will cover, in
detail, the key aspects of the human organism from the
smallest cells to the major body systems. In addition,
we will discuss many diseases that strike our human
systems and explore methods of preventative
maintenance and treatment for those illness and
conditions. The course will include many lab activities
throughout the year. Dissection is an integral part of
the course. This is a fun, interactive course, and with
the right attitude, you can be assured to learn more
about your body and health than you knew before.
Lab fee: $30.00
ECOLOGY
(Full year, 1 credit, Grades 11, 12)
Prerequisite Recommendation: Successful completion
of Biology/Honors Biology and Physical Science or
Chemistry/Honors Chemistry.
Ecology covers fundamental ecological concepts such as
ecosystem structure, cycles of matter, and
interrelationships between organisms, energy flow,
population growth and succession. Students also
develop an awareness of environmental problems and
investigate the causes of, and the solutions to these
problems. Field trips and laboratory/outdoor
investigations are an integral part of this course. The
students should be prepared to spend extended time
outside in less than ideal weather conditions.
Lab Fees: Students are expected to purchase a lab
notebook (approximately $2).
Additional Fees: Students are expected to pay for one
field trip (approximately $15).
PHYSICS
(Full year, 1 credit, Grades 10, 11, 12)
Prerequisite Recommendation: Successful experience in
Algebra I, Geometry, and/or concurrent enrollment in
Algebra 2 recommended
This course introduces students to key concepts and
theories that provide a foundation for further study in
science and scientific literacy. Physics is a systematic
study of the predictive physical interactions of matter
and subsequent events that occur in the natural world.
Students engage in investigations to understand and
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explain the behavior of nature in a variety of inquiry and
design scenarios that incorporate scientific reasoning,
analysis, communication skills and real-world
applications.
Fees: Students attending the optional field trip to Cedar
Point in the spring will incur a ticket cost of
approximately $30.
AP PHYSICS 1
(Full year, 1 credit, Grades 10 - 12)
Prerequisite Recommendation: Successful experience in
Algebra I, Geometry, and/or concurrent enrollment in
Algebra 2 & Trigonometry recommended
The AP Physics 1 course provides a systematic
development of the main principles of physics,
emphasizing problem solving and helping students
develop a deep understanding of physics concepts. It is
assumed that students are proficient in both algebra
and trigonometry. This course is the equivalent to a
first-semester college course in algebra-based physics.
The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including
rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work,
energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound. It will
also introduce electric circuits.
It is important for students to consider the relation of
AP courses to a student’s college plans. In some
circumstances it is advantageous to take the AP Physics
1 course. The student may be interested in studying
physics as a basis for more advanced work in the life
sciences, medicine, geology, and related areas, or as a
component in a non-science college program that has
science requirements. Credit or advanced placement for
the AP Physics 1 course provides the student with an
opportunity either to have an accelerated college
program or to meet a basic science requirement; in
either case the student’s college program may be
enriched. Access to an intensive physics sequence for
physics or science majors is another opportunity that
may be available. Students are expected to take the AP
Physics 1 test in May.
AP Exam: $93.00
AP PHYSICS 2
(Full year, 1 credit, Grades 11 & 12)
Prerequisite Recommendation: Successful completion
of AP Physics 1