Biology/Chemistry/Integrated Science

College Prep Biology

Biology is a laboratory science course that covers the study of living things and is designed to meet the UC (D) laboratory science entrance requirements. Biology focuses on the study of life by examining the five fundamental concepts of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution and physiology. The scientific process and laboratory skills are emphasized along with biology’s connections to other scientific disciplines. Students learn scientific writing skills and also examine current biological issues. The foundation of this class is based upon the standards developed by the California Board of Education. 

Honors Biology

Biology is a laboratory science course that covers the study of living things and is designed to meet the UC (D)

laboratory science entrance requirements. Biology focuses on the study of life by examining the five fundamental concepts of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution and physiology. The scientific process and laboratory skills are emphasized along with biology’s connections to other scientific disciplines. Students learn scientific writing skills and also examine current biological issues. The foundation of this class is based upon the standards developed by the California Board of Education.

College Prep Chemistry

Chemistry is a lab science course based on the California Science Content Standards. Topics covered include: the periodic table, properties of matter, conservation of atoms, kinetic molecular theory, acid-base reactions, solutions, energy, chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium, molecular bonding, and nuclear chemistry. This lab-oriented course provides ample opportunities for investigation and experimentation using technology and written and oral communication for an appreciation of how Chemistry applies to your daily life.

Chemistry is a college-preparatory course for students planning to attend university after high school. It is highly recommended in preparation for most professional careers. This course is designed to satisfy the UC lab science requirement. Prerequisites: Algebra I

Honors Chemistry

Chemistry is a lab science course based on the California Science Content Standards. Topics covered include: the periodic table, properties of matter, conservation of atoms, kinetic molecular theory, acid-base reactions, solutions, energy, chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium, molecular bonding, and nuclear chemistry. This lab-oriented course provides ample opportunities for investigation and experimentation using technology and written and oral communication for an appreciation of how Chemistry applies to your daily life. Honors students will be challenged to inquire about current socio-biological issues of importance and develop/design their own research and/or investigation beyond the level of the College Preparatory class.

Chemistry is a college-preparatory course for students planning to attend university after high school. It is highly recommended in preparation for most professional careers. This course is designed to satisfy the UC lab science requirement. Pre-Requisites: C or better in Biology, C or better in Algebra I, or Teacher/AP approval

College Prep/Honors Physics

The scientific study of objects in motion and the energy that is in or results from that motion is one way to describe Physics. The state of California expects all students enrolled in High School Physics to have a thorough understanding of the scientific method (Investigation and Experimentation) and the following disciplines within general Physics: Newtonian Laws of Motion & Forces, the Conservation of Energy & Momentum, Heat & Thermodynamics, Waves, and Electric & Magnetic Phenomena. (Optics & Astronomy will be explored if time allows after CST testing). explored if time allows after CST testing). Honors students will be challenged to inquire about current socio-biological issues of importance and develop/design their own research and/or investigation beyond the level of the College Preparatory class.