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Course Lists
SDJA's Center for Science and Technology offers many courses designed to inspire young scientists and motivate developing future science professionals.
Middle School Classes
E2K: The E2K program is an educationally enriching experience that prepares students for greater independent study and helps them understand how to approach learning a scientific subject through emphasis on logic, mathematical and scientific thinking. The materials that are used are relevant to the studentsŐ lives and they stimulate curiosity and increase motivation to study a phenomenon and its causes. The program provides learning skills in both mathematics and science. Each unit includes three elements: stimulus, experiment and application. This program is offered to sixth and seventh grade students who are looking for an inquiry-based science class.
Science 6: In Earth Science, students will study topography, plate tectonics, age and structure of the earth, volcanoes, earthquakes, and oceanography. The emphasis is on processing as well as critical thinking skills. Several strategies are used to integrate Earth Science with both the physical sciences and life sciences. A hands-on approach is used wherever possible.
Science 7: This course is designed to provide the student with a laboratory-rich environment including the dissection of preserved animals. An active, hands-on approach is taken, focusing on content and critical thinking skills. Students are encouraged to develop individual discovery skills in addition to cooperative learning activities. Areas of interest include cell structure and function, diversity of living things, genetics, body systems, and human life. In addition, current environmental and ecological issues are reviewed to provide the student connections to everyday life.
Science 8: This course encourages exploration in the areas of chemistry and physics. An introduction to chemistry includes the structure of atoms and how this relates to their placement on the periodic table and their interactions with each other. Students are also introduced to the basic concepts of physics including forces and motion and are involved in frequent hands on labs and activities to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of physics. In addition to content subject areas, emphasis is placed on individual and group discovery within a laboratory environment which is designed to channel energy and enrich learning. A thematic approach is taken to help students relate scientific concepts to their lives, both in and out of the classroom. Students are guided through the process of creating a science fair project. Current scientific topics are continuously included to provide the students with exposure to new discoveries, innovations, and up-to-date issues in science and society.
High School Classes
Biology: This is a course in introductory biology. There is a great deal of information to be covered. The pace will be quick. The major units of study include Ecology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Invertebrates & Chordates (if time permits), the Human Body.
Chemistry: This year-long, laboratory based course in high school chemistry will focus on understanding how and why reactions occur and experiencing some of those reactions in the laboratory. The aim of the course is to have the students comprehend fundamental chemistry processes and have the ability to integrate facts with concepts.
Physics: This is a conceptual physics course, with the emphasis on the ideas rather than the calculations of physics.
Anatomy and Physiology: is a second year Biology course for students interested in biology, medicine and its related professions. Students will utilize lab exercises that will help them understand the structure and function of the human body.
Elective, Honors, and AP Courses
Biology Honors
Chemistry Honors
AP Biology
AP Physics A/B
AP Physics B/C
AP Chemistry
AP Psychology
Note: More detailed information, academic content standards for science courses, as adopted by the California State Board of Education, may be found by clicking here.
"The Science and Technology Research program provided me with endless opportunities. My project allowed me to get to the Intel competition, where I had the experience of a lifetime."
Matt Goldklang, 12th Grade SDJA Student
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Butterfly Project
