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SUCCESS IN HIGH SCHOOL
SCIENCE
…and the choices along the way
to graduation!
Co-Dept Chairs for Science:
Rhonda Zambo and Pam Perry
What are the high school
science requirements for
graduation?
SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS
4 YEARS OF SCIENCE ARE REQUIRED TO GRADUATE.
Gwinnett requires:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
PLUS 1 additional year of any elective science course we offer.
DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE for high school
is MUCH more than ever before…
Science Courses
in
High School…
What path do I take to
graduation?
9th GRADE BIOLOGY:
CLASS LEVELS
COLLEGE PREP
HONORS
GIFTED
Gwinnett County Public Schools: Standard Science SequenceFor more info, contact MCHS Science Department Chair: [email protected]
COLLEGE
PREPARATORY
BIOLOGY
9th
Grade10th
Grade11th
Grade12th
Grade
HONORS
or GIFTED
BIOLOGY
COLLEGE
PREPARATORY
CHEMISTRY
HONORS
or GIFTED
CHEMISTRY
AP Physics I
HONORS
PHYSICS
COLLEGE
PREPARATORY
PHYSICS
4th YEAR
elective
SCIENCE
4th YEAR
elective
SCIENCE
4th YEAR
elective
SCIENCE
• The math component becomes critical as students move into Chemistry in 10th grade.
• Alignment of leveled math and Honors/Gifted Chemistry and Honors/AP Physics are essential for student success.
• Students who are not in Accelerated/Gifted math but take Honors/Gifted Chemistry or Honors/AP Physics often struggle.
• Elective Sciences Include: Anatomy/Physiology, Astronomy, Ecology, Forensics, Microbiology,
Oceanography
AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics I, AP Physics II,
AP Physics C
What is a “4th year science”
requirement & how is it fulfilled?
ANSWER:
LOTS OF CHOICES
4th year science elective choices
WITHIN the Science Curriculum: Human Anatomy/Physiology, Astronomy, Ecology,
Forensics, Microbiology, Oceanography
AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics II, AP Physics C,
AP Environmental Science
Offerings in other Curriculums (Engineering,
Tech Ed. and Family Consumer Science): Energy and Power, Alternative Technologies, AP Computer
Science, Food Science, and Lifespan and Nutrition
Note: Students do not have to wait until their senior year to take their
“4th” year science. They can take it during 9th, 10th or 11th grade…if they meet the requirements!
COLLEGE PREP BIOLOGY
MATH PLACEMENT: no suggested requirement
READING LEVEL:
advanced vocabulary; students should be prepared to take notes; involves content that is often difficult for students to grasp – will need to review nightly!
ASSESSMENTS: Milestone and GATEWAY
The Gateway Assessment covers biology and chemistry content. Mastery in content knowledge, comprehension, and synthesis is very important.
The 10th grade Gateway is a writing based document.
HONORS & GIFTED BIOLOGY• ASSESSMENTS: Milestone and GATEWAY
Students should really LIKE science and be highly motivated to perform/follow through
Should have/be WILLING to quickly develop solid problem solving skills, and work ahead
MATH PLACEMENT:
Geometry
Gifted Geometry
Accelerated Geometry
MATH TEST AVERAGE of 85% or higher is highly suggested (raw scores, not including curves, drops, or replacements)
READING LEVEL for
HONORS/GIFTED BIOLOGY
Advanced level biology classes involve:
Detailed vocabulary
Complex content
Detailed labs
These require a student to already have a high reading level and solid comprehension ability
Hints and Tips…
*
*SUCCESSFUL 9th grade STUDENTS…
*Come to class prepared with all necessary materials.
*Use eClass DAILY – calendars and resources are typically posted on eClass or Google by all teachers and are extremely helpful in developing good study/preparation habits
*Have or DEVELOP GOOD ORGANIZATION SKILLS
*Are engaged in the daily lessons and ask questions.Note – BYOD does not mean play on the device…
* laptops/iphones should ONLY be used when pertinent to the daily lesson
*Review notes/homework/practice problems at least 2 or 3 times a week.
*Read/practice when asked to do so.i.e., USE ONLINE TEXT/RESOURCES!
*COMPLETE ALL ASSIGNMENTS AND TURN THEM IN ON TIME!
*WHEN IN DOUBT…..
*Talk to the teacher and let him/her know you are having a tough time.
*Ask specific questions about how to organize your study materials.
*Review labs, homework, & tests once they have been graded to inquire about WHY you missed what you missed and how you can do better moving forward.
*ABSENT FROM SCHOOL?
If you miss a day of school:
Check your teacher’s calendar in eClass
Make note of the lesson
Upon return to school, see the teacher and make a plan to get the work made up
DON’T WAIT…its up to you!!!
Remember!!!
Success in Science begins on
the FIRST day of high school!
Questions?
Email the Science Department Chairs at Mill Creek:
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