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Science Course Selection Guide: Honors Biology Overview and Requirements

This guide, presented by Chemistry Teacher Rick Leuschner, outlines the options for high school science courses at Central Dauphin, emphasizing the prerequisites and expectations for taking Honors Biology. With a focus on detailed concepts from cell structure to ecology, the course is designed for students who excel in science and mathematics. It also highlights the importance of critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective study habits. Successful completion of this rigorous program prepares students for advanced science studies and provides opportunities for academic recognition.

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Science Course Selection Guide: Honors Biology Overview and Requirements

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  1. ScienceDepartment Course Selection Guide January 16, 2013 Rick Leuschner- Chemistry Teacher

  2. There are Only 2 Options: Science Honors Biology You have an >88% in Earth/Space Science in each marking period AND You have >88% in Algebra I or Geometry AND You have a favorable recommendation from 8th grade science teacher All students will take Science unless…

  3. Science • Foundation for ALL High School Science Courses • PA Standards Based • Physical Science 1 Semester Chemistry 1 Semester Physics • Emphasis on connections to the Environment

  4. Honors Biology - Overview • Honors Biology will provide you with learning opportunities to understand concepts related to the study of all living things.

  5. Honors Biology - Content • The Chemical Basis for Life • Cell Structure and Function • Bioenergetics • Cell Growth and Reproduction • Genetics • Evolution of Biodiversity • Ecology

  6. Honors Biology - Expectation • This probably will be a more challenging course than what you have been accustomed to in your previous academic years.

  7. Honors Biology - Expectation • You will be expected to comprehend and apply course content in new situations rather than just memorize it.

  8. Honors Biology - Expectations • Students must have good… • Study Skills • Verbal Skills • Writing Skills • Lab Skills • Research Skills

  9. Honors Biology - Expectations • Students Must be… • Self-Focused • Self-Motivated • Mathematically Adept • Problem Solving Focused

  10. Honors Biology - Expectations • Taking Honors Biology has an expectation that the student will take 4 years of High School science.

  11. 13 Courses Offered: • Chemistry • Honors Biology • Honors Chemistry • Human Influences on the Environment • Organic Chemistry • Physics • Science • AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Physics • Astronomy/Geology/Meteorology • Biology I (required) • Biology II

  12. Requirements/Guidelines • Students are required to pass 3 science credits to graduate. • Students must take Biology (only required course) and 2 other electives. • Our Department believes that each student should take a course in Biology, Chemistry and Physics before leaving Central Dauphin. • Students taking and passing 6 or more science courses will receive Science Merit Awards at Senior Awards Night.

  13. Skills Emphasized • Scientific Literacy • Problem Solving/Critical Thinking • Independent/Collaborative Work • Self-Responsible Behavior • Communication Skills • Laboratory Skills

  14. Activities and Clubs Offered • Friends of the Swamp • Pennsylvania Science and Engineering Fair • Pennsylvania Jr. Academy of Science • Science Olympiad • Envirothon

  15. Information Available • Central Dauphin Website at: http://www.cdschools.org • Select: Academics • Select: Science Department

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