Science Performance Goals
Core Classes
Grade 9 – Physical
Science
Grade 10 - Biology
Grade 11 Chemistry
Grade 12 - Physics
1. Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret data, and present relationships between variables in
appropriate forms.
2. Articulate conclusions and explanations based on research data, and assess results based on the design of
the investigation.
1. Read, interpret and examine the credibility and validity of scientific claims in different sources of
information.
2. Communicate about science in different formats using relevant science vocabulary, supporting evidence and
clear logic.
1. Gather, assess, and analyze data and unknown variables to solve problems and arrive at solutions.
2. Identify, read accurately, and choose appropriate laboratory equipment to actively investigate and solve
problems.
1. Students will be able to analyze and solve physics problems by:
 Interpreting and representing a presented problem.
 Identifying appropriate equations associated with the problem.
 Identifying known and unknown variables.
 Computing a solution.
2. Students will be able to create and interpret graphs by
 Identifying independent and dependent variables.
 Plotting data and generating a line of best fit.
 Indentifying the meaning of the slope of the graph (including units).
 Describing the relationship between the variables
Electives
Anatomy
1. Communicate about human anatomy and physiology in different formats using relevant scientific terminology and supporting
evidence.
2.Apply scientific knowledge and evidence to form logical explanations, solutions with real world applications and connections
concerning the human body.
Astronomy
AP Biology
AP Environmental
Science
Botany
1.Articulate conclusions and explanations based on research data, and assess results based on the design of the
investigation.
2. Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret data, and present relationships between variables in
appropriate form.
1.Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret data, and present relationships between variables in
appropriate forms.
2.Communicate about science in different formats, using relevant science vocabulary, supporting evidence and clear
logic.
1.Evaluate a claim for a design solution to a real-world problem based on scientific knowledge, empirical evidence,
and logical arguments regarding relevant factors (e.g. economic, societal, environmental, ethical considerations).
2.Apply scientific reasoning, theory, and models to link evidence to claims to assess the extent to which the reasoning
and data support the explanation or conclusion.
1. Identify questions that can be identified through scientific investigations.
2.Use appropriate tools and techniques to make observations and gather data.
Forensics
1.Students will be able to correctly apply the Locard Principle to all aspects of a Forensic Science investigation.
2.Students will be able to accurately document evidence found at a crime scene.
Freshwater
Environments
1.Evaluate a claim for a design solution to a real-world problem based on scientific knowledge, empirical evidence,
and logical arguments regarding relevant factors (e.g. economic, societal, environmental, ethical considerations).
2.Apply scientific reasoning, theory, and models to link evidence to claims to assess the extent to which the reasoning
and data support the explanation or conclusion.
1.Articulate conclusions and explanations based on research data, and assess results based on the design of the
investigation.
2. Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret data, and present relationships between variables in
appropriate form.
Geology
Human Disease
1. Read, interpret and discuss articles pertaining to health and medicine using appropriate vocabulary in written responses and
class discussions.
2. Communicate about health and medicine in different formats (posters, pamphlets etc…) using relevant medical vocabulary to
present the information in a clear and organized manner.
Marine Science
Meteorology
Science Olympiad
1.Evaluate a claim for a design solution to a real-world problem based on scientific knowledge, empirical evidence,
and logical arguments regarding relevant factors (e.g. economic, societal, environmental, ethical considerations).
2.Apply scientific reasoning, theory, and models to link evidence to claims to assess the extent to which the reasoning
and data support the explanation or conclusion.
1.Articulate conclusions and explanations based on research data, and assess results based on the design of the
investigation.
2. Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret data, and present relationships between variables in
appropriate form.
1.Search for and assess the relevance and credibility of scientific information found in various print and electronic
media.
2.Apply scientific knowledge and evidence to explain phenomena and solve design problems, taking into account
possible unanticipated effects.