Science

Fundamental chemistry covers principles of inorganic chemistry designed for programs requiring a year or less of chemistry, and for students proceeding on to one semester of organic chemistry.

Integrated Science is the entry level science course for high school science. It provides the conceptual foundation for further high school science curriculum. Students receive instruction and practice in developing and refining scientific skills and methods that are prerequisites for success. Topics included in this class are scientific processes, the nature and history of science, basic earth science, basic physics, and basic chemistry. Students will focus on fundamentals, data recording, and communication in all areas. Instruction and pacing will be differentiated to meet the needsof the students.

Introduction to biological principles, cellular function, biochemistry, nucleic acid functions, genetics, and genetic engineering. The kingdom and domains of life, including viruses, bio-history and evolution, and ecology and relationships among the species.

Study of the relationships between the Earth’s land masses, oceans, and atmosphere, interactions between the Earth’s structures, atmosphere, and geologic cycles. Study of the origin and evolution of the Earth including: energy flow time scale, minerals and rocks, Earth’s interior composition, and plate tectonics.

This course is for college-bound students. The course covers a sequential curriculum and laboratory work is essential. Topics include atomic structure, mole concepts, periodic laws, chemical formulas and chemical compounds.

This course is designed for “pre-professional” students and others who may enter health or health-related fields. It is an in-depth look into the functioning world of the human body. This course will examine physiological functions as well as identifying the anatomical structures found within the systems of the body. Topics will include organization of the body, support and movement of the body, integration and control of the body, regulation and maintenance of the body, and the continuance of the species. Successful completion of “A” is necessary for success in “B”.

In this semester long course, students will be introduced to ecology and the use of science-based solutions to current and future environmental issues and a look at how science can help properly manage the Earth for all inhabitants.

In this semester long class, students will be introduced to the scientific study of the Earth/Moon relationship, the terrestrial planets and moons, the gas/ice giant planets and moons, the stars (including our own star, the Sun) and beyond our solar system.

This course prepares students to better understand the world in which they live, and take an informed interest in science and scientific developments. Students learn about the basic principles of biology through a mix of theoretical and practical studes while developing an understanding of the scientific skills essential for further study. Students will learn how science is studied and practiced, and become aware that the results of scientific research can have both good and bad effects on individuals, communities and the environment. Required for Grand Canyon High School Diploma

As well as a subject focus, the Chemistry syllabus enables students to: better understand the technological world in which they live, take an informed interest in science and scientific developments, learn about the basic principles of Chemistry througha mix of theoretical and practical studies, develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for further study, skils which are useful in everyday life learn how science is studied and practiced, and become aware that the results of scientific research can have both good and bad effects on individuals, communities and the environment. This course is required for Arizona’s Grand Canyon High School Diploma.

This course is designed to provide a worthwhile educational experience for all students; develop relevant and useful abilities and skills; develop attitudes relevant to biological science; stimulate interest in and care for; the local and global environment, promote an awareness of issues surrounding the study and application of biological science; and stimulate students to create a sustained interest in biology. This course is recommended for the AICE Diploma.

This course is designed to impart knowledge of everyday phenomena including, but not limited to, Newtonian mechanics, matter, oscillations and waves, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Students that complete this course will have been given a comprehensive introduction in the physical world, will have a greater appreciation for the scientific process (including its limitations), and will be better equipped to contribute to a technological society. This course is recommended for the AICE Diploma.

This is the first of a two-course sequence designed for science majors. This course provides a broad overview of life on earth today and how life has changed over time. The course content focuses on the basic mechanisms of life, cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, energetics, genetics, and evolution. The laboratory experiences are designed to complement and reinforce these concepts.