BARTLESVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Grades 9-10:
Grades 11-12:
Science Dept.
2006-2007
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LIFE SCIENCES |
PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
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The goal of science
education is to develop scientifically literate citizens who are prepared to
live responsibly today and adapt to a future characterized by rapid
change. This science curriculum is designed
to offer courses that are current, meaningful, challenging, and designed with
the students' abilities and learning styles as key components.
Three units of science are
required for graduation, including one full unit of Biology I.
Beginning in 2006-07, all
entering 9th-grade students will be enrolled in either Physical
Science or Biology I Honors. When
those students advance to 10th grade, those who took
Physical Science will then take Biology I; those who took Biology I Honors will
then take Chemistry I Honors (or Physical Science if leaving the honors
track). All 10th grade
students must enroll in a science class.
Students must re-enroll in any semesters of Biology I for which they
have not earned credit.
Go to Bartlesville Schools Science Dept.
Website
Honors/AP Courses
Honors classes (9, 10), and
AP classes (11, 12) are offered to those students who qualify through
performance in courses leading to the Honors or Advanced Placement
classes. The classes are designed for
those who score at or above the 80th percentile on standardized achievement
tests in reading, math, and/or science, or who have shown superior performance
in previous traditional science courses.
Teacher/counselor recommendations are considered. ENTRY/EXIT POLICY: In
placing students, consideration will be given to student performance in the
current science class, with teacher/counselor recommendation. Honors students may be rescheduled to
corresponding traditional classes based on poor performance and after
evaluation by the teacher/counselor, parent, and administration. An honors class may be taken later after it
is apparent the student can handle more demanding work. Please note that there is no corresponding
traditional class at the Mid-High for Chemistry I Honors, so students
may NOT exit that Honors course except during the regular schedule change
period at the start of a semester.
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Prerequisite: None |
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Grade Level: |
10 |
Biology I is a high school-level course which uses a lab-oriented hands-on approach to present essential facts and concepts that constitute a comprehensive biology course. Topics covered include energy and matter transfer, stability and equilibrium, patterns of change/cycles, and structure and function.
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Prerequisite: 1. Recommend students achieve a 'B' or better in 8th grade science 2. Teacher recommendation for honors program 3. Recommend scores of or above 80% on reading achievement
test |
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Grade Level: |
9 |
Honors Biology is an
in-depth, systematic approach to the study of living organisms. Due to the rapid expansion of knowledge in this
field, study will be accelerated so that not only text content will be covered
but also current research and development.
The major topics covered are:
study of living organisms, cells, continuity of life, history and
diversity of life, viruses and monera, protista and fungi, plants, invertebrates, human biology,
and ecology.
Emphasis
is placed on the mastery of the vocabulary of biology. Students will maintain a biology
notebook. Students are required to
present a representative insect collection, current news articles, and a
research paper. Microscope work and lab
dissections are an integral component of this course. The laboratory aspect of Biology I Honors
will be tested with comprehensive semester lab applications.
Guest
lecturers and visiting scientists that complement the curriculum are used to
give students a first-hand experience of science in our community. Science
Fair Project Required, including participation in the District Fair, held on a
Saturday in the spring.
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Prerequisite: 1.
Recommend a 'B' or better
in all semesters of Biology I and Chemistry I 2.
A desire for further
in-depth study of advanced Biology |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
Biology II AP follows the currently recommended outline published by the College Board. Biology II AP is a college-level course taken at the high school setting. This AP course will encompass the following in detail: biochemical and cellular basis of life, cell organization, energy transformation, nutrient procurement, transport and processing, genetics, evolution, ecology, animal behavior, and botany. Dissections may be performed, but are not a major component of this course. Biology II AP is designed for the student who plans to major in biology, chemistry, medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, nursing or other health career. Students are required to do a self-directed research project that involves developing and conducting experiments and writing a scientific paper over their research project. Additional laboratory time is required. Students are encouraged to take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Exam in Biology.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY/LAB 5220
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Prerequisite: 1.
Recommend a 'B' or better
in Biology I 2.
Recommend a ‘C’ or better
in Chemistry I/ChemCom, or currently enrolled |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
This full-year course is an in-depth study of human anatomy and physiology. It includes a systematic review of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, reproductive, endocrine, digestive, immune, and circulatory systems. Labs involving comparative study of cells, tissues, and organs are incorporated into the curriculum to supplement and enhance learning. Labs involving detailed dissections of either cow or sheep eyes, brains, hearts, and kidneys will be performed. Other dissections, such as fetal pigs or rabbits, may be included if time allows. Major human muscle groups and blood vessels will be studied using modeling clay, sculpted to a specialized human model. In addition, current topics in the fields of medicine and health will be researched using the Internet and other media. From this research, students will do PowerPoint presentations, brochures, oral presentations, or topical papers (3-4 pages).
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE/LAB 5120
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Prerequisite: None |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
Environmental Science is a
full-year study of the interrelationships between organisms and their physical surroundings
focusing on the effects man has within the worldwide ecosystem. This course provides students with knowledge
to evaluate choices that can reduce the negative impact man has made on the
environment and optimize worldwide living standards. The course emphasizes the development of
scientific principles, which allow students to identify and analyze
environmental problems and associated risks. Students also examine solutions
that can resolve/prevent ecological problems through critical and creative
thinking skills.
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Prerequisite: None |
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Grade Level: |
9, 10 in 2006-07 9 in 2007-08 |
Physical Science is a laboratory course designed to be
an introduction to the basic concepts of chemistry and physics. Since most students take a chemistry course
during their junior or senior year of high school, Physical Science spends
approximately 3/4 of the school year on physics and 1/4 of the year on
chemistry concepts. Physics is the study
of interactions between matter and energy, and includes topical studies in
motion, electricity, sound, and heat.
Chemistry is the study of the properties, classes, and structure of
matter. Topics covered include the
periodic table of elements, atomic structure, molecules, solutions, and
chemical reactions.
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Prerequisite: 1. Completion of or
concurrent enrollment in Algebra II OR a 4.0 grade point average in Algebra I
with approval from the Algebra I teacher & concurrent enrollment in
Geometry 2. Successful completion of Biology I |
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Grade Level: |
10 |
This course is designed as a
comprehensive, theoretical chemistry course with a systematic study of the
periodicity of chemical elements, the quantum mechanical model, chemical
bonding, and stoichiometry. Emphasis is placed on the inquiry approach to
science and proper record keeping in a personal chemistry notebook/journal. It
is a requirement of this course to complete an independent, experimental
scientific research project and enter it into the District Science Fair or another,
comparable competition.
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Prerequisite: 1.
Completion of Algebra I
with a “B” or better in both semesters OR completion of or concurrent enrollment
in Algebra II OR approval from a math teacher 2.
Successful completion of
Biology I |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
Chemistry I is designed to
prepare students for taking chemistry at the college level. The approach is more mathematical and
theoretical than ChemCom. Emphasis is placed on the atomic molecular
theory, laboratory experiences, and reporting techniques. Calculators are extensively used.
CHEMCOM/LAB (CHEMISTRY IN THE COMMUNITY) 5051
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Prerequisite: 1.
Successful completion of
Algebra I (minimum) 2. Successful completion of
Biology I |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
ChemCom means "Chemistry in
the Community." It is a model chemistry
program developed by the American Chemical Society with funding from the
National Science Foundation. The program
is aimed at college-bound liberal arts majors (non-science or engineering) and
is not remedial in nature. In ChemCom, the theory is presented in order to study typical
everyday problems. Units studied may
include the chemistry of water, natural resources, petroleum, biochemistry,
air, and nuclear chemistry. A three-ring binder is recommended.
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Prerequisite: 1. Successful completion of Chemistry I Honors or approval from
Chemistry I teacher 2. Completion of Algebra II 3.
Students not meeting above
pre-requisites must have instructor permission to enroll |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
This course follows the
recommended course outline published by the College Board. Chemistry II AP is a college-level course
taken at the high school setting. The
college-level approach differs significantly from the first course in chemistry
in the textbook used, range and depth of topic covered, and the kinds of
laboratory work done by students as well as the time and effort required for a
successful experience at the AP level.
Lectures and investigations will involve a higher level of mathematical
application. Emphasis will be placed on
development and use of critical thinking skills. Students are encouraged to take College
Board’s Advanced Placement Exam in Chemistry.
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Prerequisite: 1.
One or more units in
science 2.
Recommend a 'B' or better
in Algebra I |
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Grade Levels: |
11, 12 |
This course is an in-depth study,
centered in lab experience, of the physical world. Central themes are the properties and
interrelationships of matter and energy.
Topics include: motion in a straight line, graphical analysis of motion,
vectors, falling objects, projectile motion,
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Prerequisite: 1.
One or more units of
science 2.
Must have completed
College Algebra/ Trigonometry or
Pre-Calculus Honors OR may be concurrently enrolled if approved by
physics instructor |
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Grade Level: |
12 (Grade 11, if waiver is granted by instructor) |
Physics B AP is a college-level course taken in the high
school setting and follows the recommended course outline published by the
College Board for the trigonometry-based Physics B test. The course is appropriate for the advanced
math/science student who is considering a major in the sciences or engineering. Students will learn to apply math principles
to scientific theory. Class topics will include kinematics, dynamics, energy,
and electricity and magnetism. Optional
studies of thermodynamics, wave mechanics, geometric optics, and modern physics
will also be offered.
Students who complete this course and attend
4th quarter night lectures are encouraged to take the Advanced
Placement Physics B Exam.
Go to Bartlesville Schools Science Dept.
Website
Go to 11-12 Bartlesville High School
Website
Go to 9-10 Bartlesville Mid-High Website