Science

The required science classes are intentionally designed as a two-year sequence of study so students can build foundational skills in planning and carrying out investigations, creating an argument from evidence, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematics and computational thinking, and collaborating with others. 

The first two years include physics, chemistry, and biology. In the beginning year, students choose from an array of elective courses such as climate change, mechanics, kinesiology, environmental science, electricity, and magnetism, or Honors courses in biology, chemistry, and physics. 

For details regarding required and elective science courses, please see our Course Catalog.

While the Global Online Academy (GOA) offers elective science courses such as biochemistry and neuropsychology, these do not count towards required science credits. To see GOA courses, please visit their website.

Science Teaching Assistants

Teaching assistants are vital contributors to our science classes. TAs attend class each day and work directly with students. TAs assist in running labs and/or design challenges and help students to better understand the material. As the year progresses, TAs may be involved in planning and teaching the class. See course catalog for prerequisites.