Anatomy &
Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the Human Body!
All of the major systemswhich organs are involved
and how they all work together!
What do we study?
To name a few… We look at the
Muscular System
Skeletal System
Digestive System
Circulatory System
YES,
We Dissect.
A lot!
Marine Biology
and Advanced Marine Biology
In Marine Biology, we study
tropical reefs, Puget Sound
tidepools, and the open ocean
habitats.
Advanced Marine Biology looks
deeper at ecology issues in
Puget Sound and involves
independent experimentation at
local beaches.
It’s definitely hands-on!
Touch, hold, and
examine live marine
invertebrate animals!
Dissections! We look
at the anatomy of
animals from each of
the major marine
groups
Taste-tests! We
integrate with
culinary arts!
Field Trips!!
Tidepooling at
the beach!
Don’t let the
surf make you
seasick while
onboard the
ship!
Explore the
local
aquariums!
A top-notch facility!
3 180 gallon tropical tanks
including:
Predator tank
Soft coral tank
Reef tank
55 gallon coldwater system
to mimic Puget Sound
intertidal environments
Biology II
Biology II
In this course you will study a combination of…
Plants (Botany)
Animals (Zoology)
Ecosystems (Ecology)
Plants (Botany)- Growth, Reproduction and
Diversity of Plants
Animals (Zoology)- Diversity of Animals on
Earth
Ecosystems (Ecology)- How plants and
animals work together and with their
environments
Chemistry I
• A strong interest in science and
the scientific method/exploring is
highly recommended.
• Since there is quite a bit of math
involved in studying chemistry,
you should have taken Integrated II
and received a C or better.
• We will study what the world is
made of, how it interacts with other
parts of the world, and why it
interacts the way it does.
• We will do this through fun
demonstrations, teacher and
student designed explorations,
discussions, readings and notes.
Why Take Chemistry I
• Interesting and exciting labs!
• Challenging curriculum
• Looks good for college admittance
• Learn what a mole really is
What topics are covered?
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Elements
Chemical Properties
Measurements
Structure and behavior of matter
Atomic structure
Energy
Some Demos and Explorations
we will do…
Candle Lab
Flame Test
Paper
Chromotography
Exploraiton
Sodium and
Water Demo
Conductivity Lab
Pop and Mentos Chemical
Reaction
Chemistry II
• This class is a continuation of
Chemistry I, using the same text
book.
• Should have received a C or better in
Chemistry I or have teacher
permission.
• Strongly recommended for people
who want to take Chemistry in
college.
• Some topics of study include Kinetic
Theory, Thermodynamics, Gas Laws,
Chemical Reactions, Reactions
Rates and Equilibrium, Acid and
Base Chemistry, and Organic
Chemistry.
• We will do this through fun
demonstrations, teacher and student
designed explorations, discussions,
readings and notes.
Some Demos and Explorations
we do…
Liquid
Nitrogen
Demos
Pressure Gas Labs
Acid-Base
Titrations
Organic Molecules
Hydrogen Bubbles
Whoosh Bottle Demo
Physics I or II
• Physics is the science of
matter, energy, space and
time – so pretty much
everything!
• Physics I is concerned
primarily with the study of
motion.
• Physics II is looks at waves,
electricity-magnetism, and
modern physics (relativity,
string theory, quantum
mechanics, nuclear physics)
Physics I or II
• Which should you take?
– You can take either course first – They do NOT
have to go in sequence! It helps, but is not
required.
• Is there a lot of math in Physics?
– Math is the tool physicists use to work on
problems, much the way mechanics use
wrenches and screwdrivers… So, yes, there is
math involved. Be ready to use it and learn
new ways of using tools you’ve already
learned.
Physics I or II
• What are the
requirements?
– Love of science!
Really…
– Strong math skills.
Trig functions are used
heavily in Physics I.
– Serious about
learning.
Geospatial Technology
• Geospatial
Technology is used
extensively in today’s
world -- that means
YOUR world!
• It is the use of maps
combined with data in
a visual way to create
new forms of
information…
A visual representation inbound traffic on
the Intranet in 1991-- The white line
represents 100 billion bytes per month.
Geospatial Technology
• In GIT (Geospatial
Information Technology)
you’ll learn how to use
the most popular software
for creating and analyzing
information maps.
• You’ll also learn how to
use a GPS unit and to
integrate the information
with satellite imagery…
Environmental Field Studies
GET
YOUR
HANDS
DIRTY!
Get Involved!
Environmental Field Studies
• Learn how our planet’s ecosystems work
• Local field work gets you learning outside!
• Find out how to make a difference in your
own ecosystem.
AP Biology
AP Biology Labs
TONS and TONS of labs!
Molecular Genetics!
DNA Gel Electrophoresis!
Fruit Fly Farms!
TONS and TONS of Fun!!!
AP Environmental Field Studies
Like AP Biology,
this is a LAB-BASED CLASS!
The
Water Quality Testing
Human Health
Alternate Energy Sources
Lab Investigations in Biology, Chemistry,
and Earth Science!
AP Environmental Field Studies
Bring it all
together!
See the big
picture of how
the world’s
ecosystems
work!
AP Biology and AP
Environmental Field Studies
Designed to be just like the Biology or
Environmental Science courses you would
experience as a freshman in college!
Your Instructor will guide you through
modern techniques and thoughts in
science today as well as increase your
appreciation for the scientific process!
The Test!
Your Instructor will also be preparing you for
the AP exam in Biology or Environmental
ScienceIf you pass
you earn
College Credit!!!
Advanced Scientific Research
• Advanced Scientific
Research is a course
designed for the
serious science
student… not just
those that like
science.
• Students will develop
new and rigorous
methods of
investigating the
world around them.
Advanced Scientific Research
• Most of the course
is spent analyzing
and putting into use,
the scientific
method.
• Students also will be
engaged in their
own independent
research project…
at a very high level!
Advanced Scientific Research
• Who should take this class?
– Students with a STRONG science background… at
least chemistry and/or biology. Preferably both as
well as Physics…
– Students who are self-motivated.
– Students who wish to make connections with
researchers at leading universities around the world.
– Students who are not satisfied with the traditional
science labs… “They never really answer, nor
address, the questions that I have.”
–THE Science course to take for those wishing to
pursue a science major in college…