These courses are designed to promote interest and curiosity in science while meeting the most rigorous state and national content standards.

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2 These courses are designed to promote interest and curiosity in science while meeting the most rigorous state and national content standards. Students can build on their current scientific knowledge as they progress through a variety of course offerings. These classes will assist them in becoming intelligent members of their communities, helping the students achieve personal and career objectives.

3 Chemistry, Accelerated Chemistry

4 Grades Chemistry Physics Anatomy and Physiology Science Semester Electives Advanced Placement courses

5 Grades (based on class availability) Science electives Astronomy (semester) Forensic Science (semester) Anatomy & Physiology (full year)

6 Advanced Placement Offerings AP Biology offered 2018,2020 AP Physics C (Calculus Based) offered 2018, 2020 AP Chemistry offered 2017, 2019 AP Environmental Science offered 2017, 2019 Rigorous courses that cover material at a level comparable to freshman college courses

7 Chemistry or Accelerated Chemistry

8 Chemistry Recommended: Algebra 1 (C or better) and Biology Full year class Laboratory emphasis

9 Accelerated Chemistry Recommended: completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 College prep class for students pursuing engineering, science or medical careers Prepares students for AP Chemistry, AP Biology and AP Physics

10 Physics: Motion, Energy & Orbits Electricity & Circuits Waves, Sound & Light

11 Physics Suggested: C or better in geometry Projects such as rockets, robots, and laser shoots Emphasis on physics concepts, although math will be used in the class

12 Semester Science Class Astronomy

13 Astronomy Suggested: C or better in geometry This course is a one semester introduction to the basic concepts of astronomy. Stellar classification and spectroscopy, solar system and planetary motion will be studied Emphasis on the concepts, laws and theories of physics that allow better understanding of astronomical phenomena

14 Semester Science Class Forensic Science

15 Forensic Science Prerequisite: Biology Looks at the scientific techniques to provide evidence in criminal investigations Multidisciplinary perspective involving: Chemistry, biology, physics, criminology and toxicology

16 Anatomy & Physiology

17 Anatomy and Physiology Recommended: Biology and Chemistry C or better Lab based study of the human body Designed for students interested in medical, health or fitness careers

18 Advanced Placement Science Classes AP Biology

AP Biology Recommended prerequisite: Biology and Accelerated Chemistry or teacher recommendation Excellent study habits For students interested in majoring in science or

19 AP Biology Recommended prerequisite: Biology and Accelerated Chemistry or teacher recommendation Excellent study habits For students interested in majoring in science or medical professions Rigorous course that studies molecular and cellular biology, anatomy and physiology, genetics, ecology, evolution and organic chemistry and required AP Labs

20 Advanced Placement Science Classes AP Chemistry

21 AP Chemistry Prerequisites: Strongly recommended Accelerated Chemistry, B or higher Algebra 2, B or higher Students should have excellent study habits

22 Advanced Placement Science Classes AP Environmental Science

23 AP Environmental Science Recommended prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry Interdisciplinary course that studies a wide variety of topics including Earth s Systems, Human Population Dynamics, Natural Resources, Environmental Quality, Global Changes and Society

24 Advanced Placement Science Classes AP Physics C Mechanics

25 AP Physics Recommended Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Calculus or instructor approval Provides a firm foundation in physics for students intending to emphasize science in college Topics include mechanics Calculus is utilized through the course to solve physics applications

26 Freshman (9 th ) Physics Sophomore (10 th ) Chem. Accel. Chem. Junior (11 th ) Seniors (12 th ) Semester Science Astronomy Forensic Science Biology Physics Anatomy & Physiology AP Science Courses

EGRHS Course Fair. Science & Math AP & IB Courses

EGRHS Course Fair. Science & Math AP & IB Courses EGRHS Course Fair Science & Math AP & IB Courses Science Courses: AP Physics IB Physics SL IB Physics HL AP Biology IB Biology HL AP Physics Course Description Course Description AP Physics C (Mechanics)