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 […]
Learn MoreIn 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 […]
Learn MoreThis 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 […]
Learn MoreIn 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 […]
Learn MoreThis 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 […]
Learn MoreForensic 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 […]
Learn MoreThis 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 […]
Learn MoreThis course is a basic introduction to psychology that focuses on the following areas: experimental methods, infant and child development, adolescent development, learning theories, sensation, and perception.
Learn MoreThis course is a basic introduction to psychology that focuses on personality theories and disorders. Research papers and outside reading will be required. Psychology I is not needed to take this course.
Learn MoreThe AP U.S. History course focuses on developing students’ understanding of American history from approximately 1491 to the present. The course has students investigate the content of U.S. history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine historical periods and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, […]
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