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GRADE 8 – 9 COURSES SC: SCIENCE 8
Prerequisite: Grade 7
Science 8 is all about staying curious and getting hands-on with the world around you. Rather than just reading from a textbook, we’ll dive into labs, creative projects, and group challenges that help you grow as a thinker and a communicator. Together, we’re going to explore the big concepts that make our universe so fascinating: the tiny cells that power all life, the invisible atoms that make up everything you touch, and the massive tectonic plates that shape our planet. We’ll even look at the strange ways energy moves as both a particle and a wave. By the end of the year, you’ll have a whole new way of looking at our complex world and a genuine appreciation for how science connects us all.
SC: SCIENCE 8/9 INCENTIVE
Required: Accepted into the Incentive Program.
This isn't your typical science class—it’s an invitation for curious, motivated students to dive into a fast-paced journey, covering three years of science in just two. This year, we’ll move quickly through the foundations of Science 8 and dive halfway into Science 9, using hands-on inquiry to explore everything from the inner workings of life and moving molecules to the power of plate tectonics, light, and electricity.
Rather than just memorizing facts, you’ll spend your time debating big ideas, sharpening your critical thinking, and conducting your own independent research for a mandatory Science Fair project. It’s a challenging but rewarding path designed to help you see the world like a scientist and prepare you for the next step in our Incentive program.
SC: LIFE SCIENCES 11
Prerequisite: Science 10
Welcome to the world of Biology! This course is all about diving into the incredible story of life and exploring how every living thing—from the tiniest virus to the most complex mammals—has evolved unique ways to survive and thrive. We won’t just be reading about nature; we’ll be living it through hands-on labs and dissections that bring the "Diversity of Life" right to your desk. From the microscopic world of cells and genetics to the vast connections within our ecosystems, you'll learn to think like a scientist and see the interconnectedness of everything around us. Whether we’re studying the mysteries of fungi, the inner workings of plants, or the fascinating behavior of animals like fish and foxes, you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the complex, beautiful planet we call home.
SC: LIFE SCIENCES 11 ENRICHED
Prerequisite: Science 10 Recommended: B or better in Science 10 
This course is perfect for anyone who’s truly curious about the "how" and "why" of living things and wants to dive a bit deeper than the standard curriculum. We’ll move quickly through Life Science 11 while getting a head start on the big ideas you'll meet later in Anatomy or AP Biology. You won’t just be watching from the sidelines; you’ll be right in the thick of it—getting hands-on with dissections and labs to see how life works from the inside out. From the secrets of genetics and photosynthesis to the surprising ways animals interact, we’ll help you sharpen your scientific eye and get you ready for the next level of discovery.
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