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Science
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The
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K-12 mathematics and science teachers from across the
U.S. for their contributions in the classroom and to
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K-6 elementary teachers. (Secondary teachers will be
recognized in 2009.) Eligible teachers should have at
least five years of mathematics and/or science teaching
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Mrs.
Erin Meldrum |
472-2251 |
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Biology
(Chair) |
Mr.
Jim Little |
472-2285 |
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8th
& IS |
Mrs.
Emily Carrasco |
472-2369 |
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8th |
Mrs.
Bridget Spaulding |
472-2274 |
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7th |
Mrs.
Janie Williams |
472-2395 |
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8th |
Ms.
Tamara Chantry |
472-2255 |
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9th |
Ms.
Leslie Cluff |
472-2254 |
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7th
& 9th |
COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS: 
7th
Grade:
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SC07
7TH GRADE SCIENCE - one semester
This is the introductory science course at the junior
high. It is an integrated science course which includes
the following science disciplines: history and nature
of science, science in personal and social perspectives,
life, earth and space science. The course has an emphasis
on the fundamental inquiry process skills.
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SC08
8TH GRADE SCIENCE - one semester
This is a second level science course at the junior
high, that includes history and nature of science, science
in personal and social perspectives, life and physical
science. The course has a strong emphasis on the intermediate
inquiry process skills. This course may be taken by
the science oriented seventh grade student who intends
a full curriculum of science through his/her senior
year. Note: Students enrolled in this course will
be expected to enroll in Essential Elements of Science
(SC09) as a full-year 8th grade course and Biology as
a full-year freshman course. Enrollment and continuation
in this science advancement program will be based upon
each quarter's progress, with a minimum "B"
grade required and placement by most recent science
teacher.
8th
Grade:
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SC08
INTEGRATED SCIENCE - one semester
This is a second level science course at the junior
high, that includes history and nature of science, science
in personal and social perspectives, life and physical
science. The course has a strong emphasis on the intermediate
inquiry process skills.
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SC09
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF SCIENCE - full year 1
credit
SC09 is open only to 8th graders who took SC07 &
SC08 in 7th grade and received an A or B each quarter.
This is a third level science course at the junior high
which builds upon the skills developed in 7th and 8th
grade science. It is also an integrated science course
that includes: astronomy, ecology and chemistry concepts.
It will be a laboratory based course with an emphasis
on chemistry using advanced process skills of science
and the use of mathematical and data analysis skills.
Note: This course is highly recommended to prepare
students for the more rigorous science courses required
in high school. Students who took 7th and 8th grade
science as 7th grade students are expected to continue
in the accelerated science program by taking this course
in the 8th grade. EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE
HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT FOR THIS CLASS.
9th
Grade:
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SC09
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF SCIENCE - full year 1
credit
This is a third level science course at the junior high
which builds upon the skills developed in 7th and 8th
grade science. It is also an integrated science course
that includes: astronomy, chemistry, and physics concepts.
It will be a laboratory based course with an emphasis
on chemistry using advanced process skills of science
and the use of mathematical and data analysis skills.
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SC49
BIOLOGY - full year 1 credit
This course is specifically designed for students with
advanced science and math skills whose educational plans
qualify them for this rigorous course. Major areas of
study are cell structure, function and processes, genetics,
classification, evolution, microbiology, plants, animals,
human systems (including reproduction), and ecology.
Lab activities will include dissections. Fulfills college
entrance and district graduation requirements. Prerequisites:
Completion of 7th and 8th grade science with a minimum
grade of "B" each quarter, and concurrent
enrollment in Algebra I or higher.
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