REQUIRED FRESHMAN CLASS
In this class you will be performing inquiry-based laboratories, building 21st century skills, using technology, engineering practices, and mathematical skills while investigating phenomena of the natural world. Disciplinary Core Ideas to be covered in this class include: Forces and Motion, Energy and Waves. 

REQUIRED FRESHMAN CLASS
In this class you will be learning about Earth’s place in the universe by exploring our past & present and making predictions for the future. Learn about the origins of Earth from the Big Bang to today and explore the relationships between Earth’s systems and the effects of their changes on humans while also analyzing human impacts on the systems: geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere and biosphere. 

NOTE: Students enrolled in this course are encouraged to join FFA.
This course is designed to engage students in the various scientific fields which have a practical application in Animal Science. Students will learn anatomy and physiology of animals, reproduction, selection, digestion, nutrition, genetics, breed characteristics, and production. Students will participate in a variety of activities including labs, field work, scientific inquiry, debate, reading and writing. *This CTE Dual Credit course corresponds to AGSCI-Introduction to Animal Science at Yakima Valley CC.

This course is an introduction to general biology.  Concepts selected are designed to aid students taking the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS).  The course will feature discussion and laboratory practice of modern biological topics.  Some of the topics presented are: Scientific Methods, Cell Structure and Function, Cellular Transport, Basic Chemistry, Intro to Genetics and Heredity.

This course is an introductory course of chemistry. The focus of the course is to prepare the student for further studies in the field of chemistry and other areas of science.  The major components of this class will be on manipulation and computation of data, problem-solving, chemistry theory and laboratory practices. Laboratory activities and demonstrations will aid in solidifying the concepts in lecture and provide the student with basic laboratory practices.

The material and pacing of this course is geared towards students with an interest in human biology. Students looking to enter a health related field would benefit from this course. The curriculum provides a basis of understanding of the following human body systems: skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive. Students will have the opportunity to integrate knowledge through inquiry based activities and laboratory investigations.

This survey course is geared toward students pursuing a post-secondary education. Topics to be studied include principles of work, energy, mechanics, waves and light.  Mathematics is the language of physics; a strong mathematical ability is required to problem solve.  Laboratory experiments will require written lab reports.  A group project examining the relationships of the scientist, the discovery, the historical setting and the uses of the discovery will be required.

NOTE: Students enrolled in this course are encouraged to join FFA.
This course is designed to engage students in the various scientific fields which have a practical application in Horticulture.  Students will learn botany, soil science, propagation techniques, landscape design, integrated pest control methods and environmental conditions needed for maintaining plant health.  Students will participate in a variety of activities including labs, field work, scientific inquiry, debate, reading and writing.