This is the first year in the 3-year basic series. Curriculum covers major concepts in chemistry and physics. The course focuses on hands-on lab activities that emphasize inquiry-based science. Students are also enrolled in a reading course where they develop and practice reading strategies while reviewing material covered in their daily physical science lessons.

 

 

 

 

This is the second year science in the three-year science series. Curriculum is a one-year survey of major concepts in life science. The course focuses on hands-on lab activities and the daily application of scientific concepts. Students are also enrolled in a reading course where they develop and practice reading strategies while reviewing material covered in their daily biology class.

 

 

 

This is a third year science in the three-year basic science series. Curriculum is based on the integration of concepts in chemistry, physics, biology and earth science. The course focuses on hands-on lab activities, the daily application of scientific concepts, and review for the Science ISAT.

 

 

Physical Science A is a one semester survey course of the major concepts of Chemistry. This course is intended to be an "inquiry" course; students will be asked to "act and think like scientists" as they investigate the physical world around them.

 

 

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of life science and illustrate the application of these principles to life. Biology A focuses on scientific investigation and technology; organic chemistry, classification, cell structure and processes; ecology; populations; and humans in the biosphere.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This is a continuation after Biology A of the fundamental concepts of life science and how they apply to everyday life. Biology B focuses on scientific investigation and technology; cellular growth and division; genetics; DNA, RNA and protein synthesis; genetic engineering and the human genome; and and diversity and evolutionary processes.

 

 

 

Physical Science B is a one semester survey course of the major concepts of Physics. This course is intended to be an "inquiry" course; students will be asked to "act and think like scientists" as they investigate the physical world around them.

 

 

A third year science taken primarily by students wanting to pursue careers in the health and biotech fields, such as nursing, medicine, physical therapy, athletic training, medical research, and laboratory diagnostics. The course will include human anatomy and physiology, with an emphasis on the interrelationship of body organ systems and the complement of structure and function. Students will be introduced to many of the skills needed in the growing field of biotechnology.

 

 

This is a third year science for students who have an interest in natural resources. Course concepts center around the ecology and management of our North Idaho forests and wildlife. First semester emphasizes the interrelationships between living and nonliving parts of the ecosystem while second semester focuses on strategies used to maintain a healthy balance between the use and conservation of natural resources. Units include: Game and non-game management, fisheries, predator/prey relationships, threatened and endangered species, forest birds, habitat typing, forest measurement, silviculture, geology, maps, water quality, forest products, forest health, succession, invasive species, multiple use, and career related to natural resources.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is an independent, one-semester elective credit, through a non-paid work experience. You will work with a natural resource professional in our community who will act as your mentor. You and your mentor will schedule 90 hours of time together conducting field and office activities that will give you first-hand experience of the duties and responsibilities involved with their occupation. Some fields of study include the management of forests, wildlife, fisheries, soils; fire suppression and recreation.

 

 

This course is a multidimensional science course with an emphasis on environmental aquatic science. Many areas of science are in the curriculum, including, but not limited to, water chemistry, biology, limnology, hydrology, aquatic taxonomy, geology, fish identification, ecology, bacteriology, anatomy and physiology.

The units of study try to take advantage of the outdoors during the spring and fall months with field trips and field studies. The field trips are to hatcheries in conjunction with the curriculum and field studies corresponding with stream and lake ecology. We will get to use state of the art water quality testing equipment funded by the EXCEL Foundation. We will also rear fish in aquariums and larger tanks during the winter months. This will teach students numerous lessons in Aquaculture with lessons emphasizing the importance of water quality for this captive environment.

There are also lessons in the science of angling as applied to biology and habitat studies. Students will learn techniques of spin fishing, fly fishing, and fly tying in conjunction with the other related areas of study. A love of the outdoors is very helpful in this class.

 

 

 

This is a third year science course for those students interested in Natural Science.
The four main fields of Earth Science (Geology, Oceanography, Meteorology and Astronomy) will be studied over the course of both semesters with emphasis being placed on Geology and Astronomy. Students are able to go on a few field trips (depending on availability and finance) and peer into the night sky to see planets, moon and stars. This class involves numerous hands-on activities. Geoscience students will also use telescopes, build models, and spend class time researching topics related to our planet. Knowledge of our place in the universe and how we are taking care of the earth is the main idea of this class. Students will leave with a working knowledge and appreciation for our planet’s past, present and future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This course is designed for students who want to gain the bigger picture knowledge of physics concepts, but with a less stringent mathematical component to the honors physics course. The curriculum is a continuation of the second semester of physical science that will go further and more in depth into the study of physics. This course is intended for students interested in an in-depth physics curriculum, but with a focus on concepts as well as quantitative analysis.This course does fulfill the lab science requirement.

 

 

 

Advanced Physical Science is an honors-level course intended to provide freshmen with a rigorous introduction to the essential concepts of chemistry and physics in preparation for advanced courses in biology, chemistry, and physics. In addition to mastering concepts, students will also engage in the process of scientific inquiry.

 

Successful students demonstrate a strong interest in science, strong math skills, and an excellent work ethic.

 

 

Advanced Biology is an honors-level course intended to provide sophomores with a rigorous introduction to the essential concepts of life science. Coursework emphasizes the use of scientific inquiry, research, and technology to develop a broad, general understanding of the principles of the subject.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chemistry 101 is a rigorous, fast-paced survey of the basic components of inorganic and organic chemistry that includes an emphasis on the application of chemical principles, mathematical problem solving, critical thinking and laboratory work.Upon successful completion of this course, students will be well-prepared to succeed in AP Chemistry and Collegiate General Chemistry courses.

Students taking this course will have the ability to dual-enroll for North Idaho College credit.

 

 

During the spring semester, students will study the foundational concepts of physics. The emphasis of the spring semester will be on the application of physical principles, mathematical problem solving, critical thinking, and laboratory work. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be well-prepared to succeed in AP Physics and Collegiate General Physics courses.

NIC dual-credit will NOT be offered for Physics B.

A course for students of high natural ability or desire to know how the physical world works. Especially suitable for students with career goals in engineering, architecture, aeronautics, physics and cosmology.

Recommended for any who seek to major in science or mathematics. Honors Physics highly develops critical thinking, math and problem solving skills. This course is not approved by the College Board and cannot be taken for AP credit regardless of taking the official AP examination.

This course provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics and emphasizes the development of conceptual understanding and problem-solving ability using algebra and trigonometry, but rarely calculus. It is intended to be equivalent to a one-year college course including a laboratory component. It is a fast paced, math intensive course and as such it is suitable only for high school students who maintain high levels of commitment, motivation and academic maturity. Students interested in pursuing science degrees at the collegiate level or simply looking to build a complete college resume are encouraged to take this class. 

Students will be required to sit for the AP Physics B exam in May.   Any student receiving a 3 or better on the AP exam can receive college credit from the university that they will attend. 

 

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