Course Description:

Course Description:
This is a faster paced, rigorous, and more in-depth version of Physical Science.  This course will introduce topics in Physics and Earth /Science, while teaching fundamental science skills, such as measurement, lab skills, organization, and problem solving strategies.  Lab activities will be done to complement lectures and reading assignments.  The following topics will be covered in the Physics portions of the year; Motion, Force, Gravity and Momentum, Work, Energy, Power, Electricity, and Magnetism..  Earth Science topics include; Universe and /Solar System, Composition and Processes of the Earth and its Atmosphere.  In this course, students will study materials contained in the following content standards:  A,B,C, and D.


Criteria for Acceptance in the Course:
Currently enrolled in Algebra 1
Reading at or above grade level 


Expectations for Student Performance
Maintain an organized science notebook
Consistent effort on class assignments
Participation in class discussion and lab activities


Means for Measuring Student Achievement
Exams/quizzes
Lab grades
Class assignments
Class projects