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    Climate Justice/Climate Change
    In this interdisciplinary elective course, students will explore the topic of climate change and climate justice through both a science and social studies lens. Through a series of inquiry-based units, students will investigate climate and engineering solutions as well as the disproportionate impact that climate change has on various frontline communities. They will synthesize this information to consider potential solutions to mitigate the climate crisis through the lens of climate justice. As a capstone project, students will apply what they’ve learned to a final inquiry project of their choosing and share their learning with the wider community. Prerequisite: None
     
    Human Anatomy and Physiology
    Human Anatomy and Physiology is designed for students who wish to explore the structure and functions of the human body. This course focuses on human organ systems and the effects diseases have on these systems. Laboratory investigations and detailed dissection of a fetal pig and other animal organs are a significant aspect of the class. You will have the opportunity to hear guest speakers and attend field trips that highlight course content and health careers. This course is a requirement for students in Biotech. 12th grade if space allows. Priority is given to HSBT students. Prerequisite: Passing a grade on a previous science course and health
     
    NGSS Biology
    This lab-based course covers the foundational principles of modern life science as outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The course is framed around the themes of structure and function as well as interaction and change. In addition to the focus on the NGSS life science content, scientific practices and engineering design, critical thinking, data analysis, and argumentation from evidence are emphasized throughout the course. Course content will include the relationship between molecules and organisms, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Technological, historical, political, and environmental aspects of biology will also be addressed. Content learned in physics and chemistry courses is built upon and expanded on in a biological context. Prerequisite: None
     
    NGSS Chemistry
    This lab-based course covers the foundational principles of modern chemistry as outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The course is framed around the themes of patterns as well as energy and matter. In addition to the focus on the NGSS chemistry science content, scientific practices, engineering design, and social justice are emphasized throughout the course. Course content will include the structures of atoms and compounds, the Periodic Table of the Elements, chemical reactions and physical changes, gases, solutions, acids and bases, chemical quantities, kinetic theory, and thermodynamics. Content and skills learned in NGSS Physics is built upon during the course. Critical thinking, data analysis, and argumentation from evidence are also emphasized. Prerequisite: None
     
    NGSS Physics
    This course focuses on the core ideas of Physics - motion, forces, momentum, energy, waves, and electromagnetism. Students will experience the patterns approach of using experiments as a way to learn physics content and then apply what they have learned in engineering design tasks. The NGSS Physics class teaches students problem solving, innovation, design, and critical thinking. Physics is lab-based and STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) focused on students engaging in regular scientific inquiry and engineering design. This hands-on course is highly engaging for students, with emphasis on data collection, analysis and communication, and lays the foundation for future high school science courses. Students will use technology to collect and analyze data as well as use data mines and simulations when direct observation or collection of data is not possible. This class is the first science class of the three-year science sequence. Prerequisite: None
     
    Research & Medicine
    This course focuses on how research, medicine, and technology profoundly influence our everyday lives. Students will be challenged to evaluate how their own personal beliefs have been shaped by technology and how culture influences the way research is conducted, received and/or embraced. Labs will focus on specific skills to prepare students for careers in research and medicine in conjunction with JHS’s partnership with On Track OHSU. Prerequisite: A course for Seniors Biotech