Prerequisites: Honors Physical Science credit earned with B or higher and permissions of science instructor.
Honors Biology provides an accelerated and in-depth approach to the study of life. It is a laboratory-oriented and Algebra-based course that will include such topics as the nature of science, cell structure and function, cell reproduction, DNA structure and protein synthesis, genetics, biochemistry of photosynthesis and cellular respiration, ecology, and the evolution of life in its many forms. Students are expected to become proficient in the use of laboratory equipment and the procedures and use of methods of science to solve problems.
There will be a summer assignment in Honors Biology. Failure to complete the summer assignment will affect student’s grade.
Additional Information: Exceptions to the grade level requirement may be made for incoming Freshman who are above grade level and otherwise qualified. Requests for Honors Biology must include recommendations by previous math and science teachers. Requests will be reviewed by school staff utilizing standardized test scores and other academic information.
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