Tam High Science Courses 2016-2017

Honors Integrated Science 3-4 Requires higher level thinking and problem solving skills Covers more detailed information at a faster pace Be prepared to complete daily assignments as well as long term projects

Honors Integrated Science 3-4 requirements B or higher in Integrated Science 1-2 Teacher recommendation Passing score on entrance exam Entrance Exam Dates: Week of January 25 in Integrated Science 1-2 classes

Chemistry What makes up the world around us? “central science” – strong connections to all other sciences experience fire and color action labs and demos Harry Potter’s floo powder….

Chemistry strongly recommended if you are thinking about a college major in science, engineering or medicine one of the courses approved for concurrent enrollment with Integrated Science 3-4 requires basic algebra some HW every night

Chemistry fulfills pre/corequisite for AP Environmental Science fulfills pre/corequisite for AP Biology recommended prerequisite for Physics

Requirements Chemistry Honors Chemistry C- or better in IS 3 and 4 C- or better in Algebra 1 and 2 (or equivalent) Advanced Algebra concurrently (or before) A- or better in IS 3 and 4 (B- if Honors) A- or better in last math class (B- if Honors) Entrance test Teacher recommendation Advanced Algebra concurrently (or before)

Honors Chemistry Important Dates and Times Entrance Test: Room 316 Monday, 1/25 after school or Wed, 1/27 before school Informational Meeting: Lunch, Room 316 January 14 or January 15

PHYSIOLOGY 1-2 Anatomy = the study of the structures of the human body Physiology = the study of how these structures function So, we will learn how the body is built and how it works Also… Things that may go wrong (diseases, etc) & associated cures possible career paths current advances, issues, etc.

Prerequisites and Credits • Successful completion of Integrated Science 1-4 with at least a C • UC/CSU "d" laboratory science credit • one of the courses approved for concurrent enrollment with Integrated Science 3-4

Honors Physiology Course Overview: Prerequisites: Similar content but more depth, differentiated assessments, learning extensions (case studies, research journal analyses, term projects), out of class community experience and/or internships Prerequisites: “A-“ or above in IS 1- 2 or 3– 4 (or B- in Honors 3-4) Mandatory informational meeting at lunch Teacher recommendation form completed by your current science teacher Meetings - January 13 or January 15 during lunch in room 64

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE What is Environmental Science all about? Learning about our natural world and taking ACTION to reduce environmental issues! UC/CSU “D" laboratory science credit! Prerequisites: Integrated Science 1-4 Topics Include: -Ecology -Human Population Growth -Climate Change -Air, Water and Land Pollution and Management -Sustainable Development

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Class Activities Include: -Project-Based units to make learning relevant and tailored to each student. -Labs and Field Work -Guest Speakers -Debates and Discussions -Probeware labs How can I learn more? Email Mr. Harrison: eharrison@tamdistrict.org

Marine Biology Dive Into The Ocean Realm! LABS FIELD TRIPS Marine Life What Do We Study? Aquariums Marine Life Marine Environments Marine Technology Physical Oceanography Human Impact Real Marine Science Research! LABS FIELD TRIPS What is Marine Science About? Marine Life Marine Chemistry Marine Physics Marine Geology Marine Ecology Technology!

Marine Biology Project Based Course Projects Include: Field Trips: Many More ! Building a functional ROV(remote operated Field Trips: underwater vehicle) Research Boat Trip Bay Setting Up Saltwater Aquariums Tide Pools Monterey Bay Aquarium Monitoring The Salt Marsh The Bay Model Great Pacific Garbage Gyre

Marine Biology UC/CSU approved Course UC “d” Lab Approved Course Pre-requisite: Completion of Integrated Science 1-4 How Can I get More Information? See Ms. Tucker in Room 311 or Check out https://tuckermarinescience.weebly.com/

PHYSICS “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” What is physics? Physics is a UC/CSU approved lab science class that is the foundation of all sciences. It is an exciting and challenging class that seeks to understand the nature of … nature. Exciting demonstrations, weekly labs, and relevant projects all combine to provide a powerful understanding of the material. What topics are covered? Topics explored include: motion, Newton’s laws, gravity, satellites, momentum, energy, sound, light, electricity, nuclear radiation, and the latest ideas in cosmology. Who takes physics? Over half the students who go to Tamalpais High School take physics. Some take it because it has a reputation for being interesting, fun, and relevant. Others take it because they are considering a career in science, engineering, or medicine. Everyone knows that it is an upper-level science course that looks great on your transcript. What are the prerequisites? Completion of Integrated Science 1 - 4 is required, as well as completion of Intermediate Algebra or higher. “All knowledge begins in wonder.” – Aristotle “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein

HONORS PHYSICS “All knowledge begins in wonder.” – Aristotle How is honors physics different from from physics? Honors physics covers all the topics covered in physics, but does so at a deeper and more rigorous level. It has a faster pace. Additional topics are covered as well. It is assumed that the student has mastered both algebra and trigonometry. Most students will be enrolled in calculus (although this is not required). What are the prerequisites? Completion of Integrated Science 1 - 4 is required, as well as passing score on a math readiness exam. What is the advantage of taking honors physics? A transcript showing that you have taken honors physics indicates that you are highly competent in math and physical science. Completion of honors physics will also give you a solid foundation for college-level, engineering physics. “All knowledge begins in wonder.” – Aristotle “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein

Honors Physics meeting times and test dates Information Meetings - Tuesday, January 12 & Thursday January 14 during lunch in Mr. Lapp’s room (Palmer 65) Honors Entrance Test - Monday, January 25 before and after school in Palmer 65

Labs, labs, labs! Design your OWN experiments Bioinformatics – Cancer Genes Detect GMOs in food Control evolution of plants DNA Barcoding Make Ricotta Cheese (enyzmes) Earn COLLEGE Credit for passing the AP Exam National Pass Rate 63%, at Tam it is 90%! Earn UC “D” lab science credit

AP Biology – an epic adventure TOPICS Evolution Information Energy Interactions How do we learn in this class? Interesting videos Labs and demos Group work and activities Fun songs!

How do I find out more and sign up? Prerequisites: B- or better in IS 1-4 AND B- or better in Chemistry OR Physiology Or Ms. Wuerth’s permission (not everyone tests well, if you love biology and are willing to take on the challenge, see Ms. Wuerth!) See Ms. Wuerth in Keyser 310 Wed. Jan 20th or Fri. Jan 22nd at lunch Check out the class website at: wuerthapbiology.weebly.com Email Ms Wuerth mwuerth@tamdistrict.org or wuerthapbiology@gmail.com

AP Chemistry second year Chemistry course • rigorous college-level material - equivalent to a first-year college chemistry class • advanced, quantitative labs • strong emphasis on problem-solving

AP Chemistry Requirements: B- or better in Chemistry/ Honors Chemistry B- or better in Advanced Algebra/Honors Advanced Algebra Chemistry teacher recommendation Information meetings: January 19 and 21 during lunch in Room 66 Contact Dr. Hart at lhart@tamdistrict.org

AP Environmental Science What is APES about? understand the interrelationships of the natural world identify and analyze environmental problems examine solutions for resolving and/or preventing environmental problems What topics do we study? human populations and sustainability climate change and atmospheric issues water and toxicity ecology and evolution sustaining biodiversity energy resources

AP Environmental Science Prerequisites? Successful completion of IS 1-4 with a 2.75 or higher Completion or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry Successful completion of Advanced Algebra is strongly recommended How can I get more information? Information meetings in Palmer 63, Jan 19 & 21 during lunch Email Mr. Ginsburg at jginsburg@tamdistrict.org

Potential new course depending on student interest!!! Biomedical Sciences Biomedical Sciences is geared towards those interested in pursuing post-secondary education in the areas of pre-med, pre-vet, virology, microbiology, and biotechnology Introduction to hands on lab techniques used in research Technical reading and writing skills Pre-reqs: Integrated Science 1-4 (or equivalent) with passing grades, successful completion of Chemistry (or H Chem) 1-2, or be concurrently enrolled in either Chemistry course. UC/CSU "d" laboratory science credit approved pending resubmission in March

Lab Tech Make solutions Set up labs Be a guinea pig for new labs! Enhance your transcript Earn a grade

Information Meetings for Honors LUNCHTIME (beginning of lunch) Tuesday, January 12: Honors Physics (Room 65) Wednesday, January 13: Honors Physiology

Information Meetings for Honors LUNCHTIME (beginning of lunch) Thursday, January 14: Honors Chemistry (Room 316) Honors Physics (Room 65) Friday, January 15: Honors Physiology (Room 64)

Honors Entrance Tests (signup required) Monday January 25 Wednesday January 27 Before School Honors Physics Rm 65 Honors Chemistry Rm 316 After School

Information Meetings for AP LUNCHTIME (beginning of lunch) Tuesday, January 19: AP Environmental Science (Room 63) AP Chemistry (Room 66) Wednesday, January 20: AP Biology (Room 310)

Information Meetings for AP LUNCHTIME (beginning of lunch) Thursday, January 21: AP Chemistry (Room 66) AP Environmental Science (Room 63) Friday, January 22: AP Biology (Room 310)