Science Course Selections

Integrated Science (9 th grade) Biology I Honors (9 th grade) Bio I/Bio I H (10 th grade) 10 th Grade Chem I (Algebra I) Chem IH (Geometry) (10 th grade) Physics (A, B, C Alg I) Physics H (A, B, C Alg II) (10 th grade) Chem I (Algebra I) Chem IH (Geometry) Anatomy & Phys. (A, B, C in Bio I) Marine Science (A, B, C in Bio I) Zoology (A, B, C in Bio I) Environmental Science Anatomy/Phys.H (C or better Bio and Chem ) Biology II (A, B, C Bio I ) (A, B, C Chem I) Chemistry II (A,B,C in Chem I) Physics (A, B, C Alg I) Physics H (A, B, C Alg II) Marine Science H (A, B, C in Bio I) (Chemistry) AP Biology (A, B, C Bio and Chem) AP Environmental (C or better Bio and Chem) AP Chemistry (A, B, C in Chem I) (Physics) 9 th Grade Chem I (Algebra I) Chem IH (Geometry) Physics (A, B, C Alg I) Physics H (A, B, C Alg II) Anatomy & Phys. (A, B, C in Bio I) Marine Science (A, B, C in Bio I) Zoology (A, B, C in Bio I) Environmental Science Courses in Bold Face Type receive Quality Points. Advanced Placement (AP) students are required to take a national exam in the spring. AP Physics (A,B in Physics) (Chemistry)

Integrated Science 9 th Grade Science Prerequisite – None

Science Exploration Begins Here! This course features the concepts fundamental to physical, biological, and earth/space sciences. Topics such as scientific processes, the earth and solar system, resource management, matter and energy, and human growth and development are included. Participate in labs (using a variety of equipment and food), make and use models, computer projects and research, outside classroom activities and take home labs.

Biology and Biology Honors The study of Life! Cells, DNA, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Microbiology, Plants, Invertebrates & Vertebrates and Human Body are all examples of topics studied.

Throughout the year, students participate in several labs, activities and dissections to help them visualize the concepts being taught. Biology Honors students will have more complex projects, tests and extra assignments.

BIOLOGY II (grade 10 – 12) Prerequisite – Biology I or IH and Chemistry, recommended C or better in Biology.

New and more advanced topics will be covered: i.e. population dynamics, species continuity, cellular metabolism, animal & plant physiology.

Experience What it Means to be Alive! AP Biology Why Should I take AP Biology? – Get a head start for college science – Chance to earn college credit Prerequisites : – C or better in Biology and/or Chemistry What are we going to do? – McMush Lab- what is McDonalds food made of – Demise of the Halloween Pumpkin – Tie Die Chemistry – Extracting DNA

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE A REAL-WORLD, HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION TO OUR CHANGING WORLD AROUND US

FOCUS and ACTIVITIES The three basic renewable resources are water, air, and soil. We study each system and see how man has messed each up. The solutions to man’s destruction are on-going, taking imagination and clever, new ways of looking at things. Increasing carbon dioxide is causing a huge global change in climates, ranging from droughts, to floods, to much stronger hurricanes, and increased tornadoes. Information from this course is useful for these life-long changes.

Students work with cars, equipment, and gadgets all designed to use alternate energy sources. We design alternative energy “dream homes” for the not-too-distant future.

We share our knowledge as mentors with our classes, the school, and other schools, especially Pinellas Park Elementary and Morgan Fitzgerald Middle

This class is responsible for the paper recycling, with additional opportunities in other types of recycling.

We study the KOE water cycle with hopes of doing water testing in the Everglades. Water testing is one thing we share with the 4 th graders first at their school and then at a nearby park.

There are many more activities including the following: Planting veggies and butterfly plants, while enjoying the pond and wildlife habitats created outside. Learning to root new plants from cuttings and share the new plants with students, staff, and families Practicing nonaggressive observation, while enjoying the outdoors.

Why Chemistry? Did you know that everything in the world is mostly made up of empty space-even the floor you walk on! Chemistry is the fascinating study of “stuff” (better known as “matter”.) Matter is everything inside and around you. Join us to find out more!

Chemistry I Prerequisites: Minimum of Algebra I Passed Biology I

Chemistry is the study of everything around us: everything involves chemistry. We will study the many exciting components within chemistry. – You will learn how to read the periodic table, the backbone in chemistry – You will learn how to work with chemical equations and solve problems involving chemical formulas There are many exciting labs in chemistry that you will participate in!

Chemistry I Honors Prerequisites Minimum Requirements: – Passed Geometry OR – Currently Enrolled in Geometry – Passed Biology I

In Chemistry I honors students will examine key components in chemistry Students will study the properties, composition, and physical changes of elements Students will learn how to write and use chemical formulas and equations Students will learn how to read and utilize the periodic table of elements Students will learn the atomic structure of the elements on the periodic table

AP CHEMISTRY Prerequisites Students must have passed both Chemistry and Physics with a “C” or better

This course will prepare students to take Chemistry at the college level Students are provided the opportunity in the spring to take the AP test to receive college credit for their work Students can receive up to 6 credit hours of college level Chemistry AP Chemistry is very demanding and rigorous AP Chemistry will build on all the material covered in previous Chemistry classes

CHEMISTRY II PREREQUISITES A “C” or better in Chemistry I or Chemistry I Honors

Chemistry II students will cover topics covered in Chemistry I with much more depth Labs are more complex Students will move into topics concerning acid and bases, equilibrium, and thermodynamics

Physics Understanding physics means understanding more about the world around you! Physics is the most fundamental of all the sciences It describes nature from the smallest particles to the large scale structure of the universe It has redefined the way we think of space and time Physics requires critical thinking, problem solving, mathematical skills, commitment, and creativity If you are open minded and looking for a challenging and satisfying course, Physics is it!

Physics and Physics Honors Prerequisites: – Physics Algebra 1 (A,B,C) – Physics H Algebra 2 (A,B,C) Content: – Laws of motion – Basics of electricity and magnetism – Optics

AP Physics Prerequisites: – Trigonometry – Physics Honors or Physics 1 Content: – Laws of motion – Electricity and magnetism – Thermodynamics – Optics – Intro to modern physics (relativity and quantum mechanics) There is a high level of mathematical competency required to be successful in this course

Marine Science Juniors & Seniors C or better in Biology Marine Science Honors Juniors & Seniors C or better in Biology and Chemistry

Semester 1 history of oceanography plate tectonics properties of water ocean sediments technology project * honors students will complete a project each 6 wks Semester 2 marine ecosystems marine resources marine pollution life in the sea technology project *honors students will complete a project each 6 wks

Dissections starfish marine clam squid dogfish shark

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Anatomy and Physiology Juniors/Seniors C or Better in Biology Anatomy Honors C or Better in Biology and Chemistry Anatomy is the study of the structure and shape of the body its body parts and their relationships to one another.

Physiology is the study of how the body and its parts work or function.

Anatomy is taught as regular Anatomy or as Honors Anatomy. In Honors classes a more in depth study of the body takes place with projects covering effects, disorders and diseases of the body.

Course content includes: An orientation of the body Basic Chemistry,Cells,Tissues The Skin & Body Membranes The Skeletal System The Muscular System The Nervous System The Endocrine System The Cardiovascular System The Lymphatic System The Respiratory System Special Senses and Blood Digestive, Urinary and Reproductive Systems

We also do actual dissections of a Cow’s Eye a Sheep’s Heart and a Cat

Anatomy is a fun course that allows you to investigate the human body and its functions. Come on along and join us, it promises to be an enjoyable course for both juniors and seniors!!

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY HONORS FOR Criminal Justice Students

The class covers all the essential learnings of Anatomy and Physiology Honors. The class is 50% Anatomy and Physiology and 50% Forensic Science.

Eligibility for Anatomy and Physiology Honors C or better in Biology and Chemistry Recommendation of 10 th grade Criminal Justice Biology or Chemistry teacher

Zoology 11 th & 12 th Grade “C” or Better in Biology 1 Study of Animals

Learn about … Diversity of invertebrates & vertebrates Relationships between animal groups Classification Comparative anatomy Influences on animal behavior Psychology of animal training Zoological careers Full dissection lab course Zoology

Practical Lab and Dissection Course Examples of Dissections: Ascaris, Earthworm, Squid, Crayfish, Garden Spider, Grasshopper, Drum, Frog, Owl Pellets, Fetal Pig

Zoological/Technology Field Trips SeaWorld, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom

PLEASE see your science teacher for recommendations on course selections