These courses are designed to promote interest
and curiosity in science while meeting the most
rigorous state and national content standards.
 Students can build on their current scientific
knowledge as they progress through a variety of
course offerings.
 These classes will assist them in becoming
intelligent members of their communities,
helping the students achieve personal and
career objectives.

Three Years Of Science – Two Paths
General
General Biology
Chemistry,
Physics, or
Physical Science
Science Electives,
Anatomy & Physiology,
or
Adv. Placement Courses
Science Focus
9 Honors Biology
Accelerated Chemistry or
10 Physics
11 Adv. Placement Courses,
& Anatomy & Physiology,
and/or
12
Science Electives
Elective Science Classes
Astronomy (semester)
Forensic Science (semester)
Marine Science (semester)
Anatomy & Physiology (full year)
Advanced Placement Offerings
AP Biology offered 2014, 2016
AP Physics C (Calculus Based) offered 2014,
2016
AP Chemistry offered 2013, 2015,
AP Environmental Science offered 2013, 2015,
Rigorous courses that cover material at a level
comparable to freshman college courses
General Biology
 Introductory
lab course in life
science which includes:
ecology, molecular and
cellular biology, genetics and
evolution.
Honors Biology
Prerequisite Successful completion of
Algebra I
 Challenging course of the study of life
science with a focus on laboratory work
 Topics of study include cell theory,
biochemistry, organizational and
regulatory process and ecology and
interactions of organisms in the
environment
 Includes a research project

Physical Science

Prerequisite : Biology

An inquiry based course focusing on
physics, chemistry, and earth-space
science concepts.

Preparation for chemistry classes

Includes laboratory work and interactive
notebooks
Chemistry or Accelerated Chemistry
General Chemistry
Recommended prerequisites: Algebra 1
C or better and Biology
 Designed for college bound students
(science or engineering bound students
should take accelerated chemistry)
 Full year class
 Independent laboratory project required

Accelerated Chemistry
Prerequisite: completed or concurrent
Algebra 2
 College prep class for students pursuing
engineering, science or medical careers
 Independent laboratory project required

Physics: •Motion, Energy & Orbits
•Electricity & Circuits
•Waves, Sound & Light
Physics
Prerequisite: C or better in geometry
 Projects such as rockets, robots, and
laser shoots
 Emphasis on physics concepts,
although math will be used in the class

Semester Science Class
Astronomy
Astronomy

Prerequisite: C or better in geometry

This course is a one semester introduction
to the basic concepts of astronomy.
Stellar classification and spectroscopy,
solar system and planetary motion will be
studied
 Emphasis on the concepts, laws and
theories of physics that allow better
understanding of astronomical phenomena

Semester Science Class
Forensic Science
Forensic Science
Prerequisite: Biology
 Looks at the scientific techniques to
provide evidence in criminal
investigations
 Multidisciplinary perspective involving:
 Chemistry, biology, physics, criminology
and toxicology

Semester Science Class
Marine Science
Bathymetry: Oregon Coast (from the west – looking east)
Marine Science
Prerequisite: Biology
 One semester course designed for
students interested in oceanography
and marine biology
 The interdependence of the ocean and
marine organisms will be emphasized

Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry C
or better
 Lab based study of the human body
 Designed for students interested in
medical, health or fitness careers

Advanced Placement Science Classes
AP Biology
AP Biology
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry or
teacher recommendation
 Students should have excellent study habits
 Designed for students interested in majoring
in science or medical professions
 Rigorous course that studies molecular and
cellular biology, anatomy and physiology,
genetics, ecology, evolution and organic
chemistry and required AP Labs

Advanced Placement Science Classes
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Prerequisites:
 Accelerated Chemistry, B or higher
 algebra 2, B or higher
 Students should have excellent study
habits
Advanced Placement Science Classes
AP Environmental Science
AP Environmental Science
Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry
 Interdisciplinary course that studies a
wide variety of topics including Earth’s
Systems, Human Population Dynamics,
Natural Resources, Environmental
Quality, Global Changes and Society

Advanced Placement Science Classes
AP Physics C – Mechanics and E & M
AP Physics
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in
Calculus or instructor approval
 Provides a firm foundation in physics for
students intending to emphasize science
in college
 Topics include mechanics, electricity and
magnetism
 Calculus is utilized through the course to
solve physics applications

Forecasting (General)
9th
General Biology
10th
Chemistry 
11th
Physics
Physics (C or better in Chemistry
geometry)
(or Accel Chem*.)
Anatomy &
Physiology
Semester electives
 Astronomy
 Forensic science
 Marine science
Physical Science
* Eligible for Honors
Diploma
Chemistry or physics 
Semester electives
 Astronomy
 Forensic science
 Marine science
12th
Senior science will depend
upon math and science
prerequisites but may
include the following
 AP Environmental
Science*
 AP Biology*
 AP Chemistry
 AP Physics C*
 Anatomy & Physiology
Forecasting (Science Focus)
9th
10th
11th
Honors Biology* 
Accel Chemistry*
Physics
Physics
* Eligible for Honors
Diploma
Semester electives
 Astronomy
 Forensic science
 Marine science
12th
Senior science will
depend upon math and
science prerequisites
Anatomy &
but may include the
Physiology
following
Accel Chem*
 AP Environmental
Science*
AP Sciences depending
 AP Biology*
on prerequisites
 AP Chemistry*
 AP Physics C*
 Anatomy &
Physiology