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8 th Grade Parent Night 2014

8 th Grade Parent Night 2014. Mrs Deborah Cote Science and Technology Department Head coted@grafton.k12.ma.us 508-839-5425 ext. 242. Science & Technology Graduation Requirement. 15 Credits = 3 lab science & / or tech courses

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8 th Grade Parent Night 2014

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  1. 8th Grade Parent Night2014 Mrs Deborah Cote Science and Technology Department Head coted@grafton.k12.ma.us 508-839-5425 ext. 242

  2. Science & Technology Graduation Requirement • 15 Credits = 3 lab science & / or tech courses • All of our courses are considered lab science courses, even our ½ year courses. • One year may be in Technology

  3. Levels and offerings • College Prep - intended for college-bound students and for those students who wish to keep their post-secondary options open. Students should possess proficient skills in reading, writing, computing, analysis, comprehension and critical thinking. Students should be willing to work independently and in groups, and contribute to class discussions.

  4. Levels continued… • Honors - Course work is demanding and requires students to move at a brisk intellectual pace. Students in these courses must have a very high degree of academic skills, be able to absorb a large amount of information quickly and be highly self-motivated. Students must be willing to work independently and in groups, contribute to class discussions, and demonstrate a work ethic that is compatible with the pacing of honors level classes.

  5. All Incoming Freshmen • Biology • Honors - College Prep (CP) • Come in with a recommendation from eighth grade science and math teachers • MCAS test taken in early June

  6. Electives for grades 10, 11 & 12 • Advanced Environmental Science Honors – prerequisite: B or better in Environmental Science or instructor approval • Anatomy Honors - Prerequisite: “B” or better in Biology or instructor approval. • Anatomy CP • Astronomy CP = ½ year class • Chemistry Honors - Prerequisite: “B” average in Algebra I Honors or instructor approval. • Chemistry CP- Prerequisite: “B” average in Algebra I or instructor approval. • Environmental Science CP • Extreme Ecosystems CP = ½ year class • Physics CP • Physics 1 AP - should at the very least be enrolled in Algebra 2 ** change

  7. Anatomy Class

  8. A look into the Chemistry Lab

  9. Typical Physics Class

  10. Environmental Science Class

  11. Tech Classescan be used toward your science requirement • Architecture - ½ year • Automotive Design - ½ year • CAD/CAM - ½ year • Manufacturing I - full year • Manufacturing II – full year • Structural Engineering - ½ year • Television Production - ½ year and full yr • Video Production - ½ year and full yr

  12. Manufacturing Room

  13. TV Production and Video Production Room

  14. Courses that require a prerequisite Prerequisites are the courses you have to take, or the level of proficiency you must demonstrate, in order to be prepared to take a certain class. teacher recommendation can play an important role

  15. Advanced Environmental - Honors • prerequisite is a B or better in Environmental Science or teacher recommendation.

  16. Advanced Placement - intended for those exceptional students who can achieve college level work in high school. Students in these courses must have a very high degree of academic skills, be able to absorb a large amount of information quickly and be highly self-motivated. Students are also expected to read significantly above grade level. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Tests in May. Colleges may grant college credits and/or advanced standing to students on an individual basis based on AP test scores.

  17. AP BIOLOGY Grades 11-12 This course is designed for those capable students who intend to pursue a career in the life sciences. It is expected that students taking this course will take the College Board AP exam. Prerequisites: “B” average in Biology (College Prep), “B” average in Chemistry (College Prep) or instructor approval.

  18. AP Chemistry Grades 11-12 This course is intended for students who wish to continue with their study of chemistry. It is expected that students taking this course will take the College Board AP exam. Prerequisite: “B” average in Chemistry (College Prep) or instructor approval.

  19. AP PHYSICS 1formerly Physics honors This course is an intensive survey of classical and modern physics topics based on the College Board’s A.P. Physics B curriculum. Students will be expected to take the Advanced Placement exam at the end of the year. Prerequisite: Should have completed Algebra 2 or be enrolled in it simultaneously

  20. Science Department activities and events Anatomy Tufts Field Trip AES Canoe Trip Brain Bee

  21. Mrs. Bailey with her “Brain Bee” group

  22. Advances in science and technology continue to dominate our changing world. Through a comprehensive curriculum based on an inquiry and investigative approach, the Science and Technology Department provides the students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and processes necessary to function in a technologically advanced society. Emphasis is placed on incorporating an interrelationship of science concepts with technological applications.

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