In this course, students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore topics such as fluids; thermodynamics; electrical force, field, and potential; electric circuits; magnetism and electromagnetic induction; geometric and physical optics; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics. Course instruction helps students develop a deep understanding of the foundational principles that shape […]
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This course is designed to engage students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships within the natural world. Course instruction requires students to identify and analyze natural andhuman-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is […]
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In this course, students will learn about marine biology by studying one of the largest marine ecosystems in Rhode Island, the Narragansett Bay. Students will learn basic oceanography, types of marine ecosystems, marine animals, as well as how weather and human activities can affect marine ecosystems. This will all be done through our perspectives as […]
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This course is designed to familiarize the student with the structure and function of the human body. It is a comprehensive survey course that examines each of the body systems and related pathology. Points of interest will include the 11 systems of the human body, diseases and pathology, and real-world connections to health. A highlight […]
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Forensic Science is a semester-long laboratory elective that discusses the relationship between science and a court of law. Topics will include evidence collection, hair and fiber analysis, fingerprinting, DNA evidence, tool markings and impressions, blood evidence, crime scene processing, and other forms of physical evidence. At the completion of the course, students will have knowledge […]
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This full-year course is designed to be a detailed study of the structures and functions of the human body. The course will present information on all 11 systems, pathology, real-world connections to the overall health, function, and careers involving the human body. The course will also explore relevant medical and social topics. The intention of […]
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In this course, students will be introduced to all the elements of theater: the history of theater, acting, directing, playwriting, lighting design, scenic design, costume design, prop design, sound design and stage managing. Students will explore these elements through hands-on experiences. Through this class, students will have opportunities to integrate concepts that they have learned […]
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Theater Arts II is an extension of Theater Arts I and will meet the same class period. Students will continue to study the history of theater, acting, directing, playwriting, lighting design, scenic design, costume design, prop design, sound design, and stage managing. Students will build on the skills that they acquired in Theater Arts I […]
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