The purpose of Life Science is to provide students with an introduction to the vocabulary, concepts and techniques involved in the biological sciences.  Life Science will cover these topics:

• First Quarter             Animals

• Second Quarter         Animals
                                 Cells, Heredity, & Classification

• Third Quarter          Cells, Heredity, & Classification
                                Microorganisms, Fungi & Plants

• Fourth Quarter        Microorganisms, Fungi & Plants

Minds-on experiences (hands-on + thinking!), special projects, and outdoor experiences will be used to develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of the curriculum studied.