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Program Rationale
The science curriculum at H-F is designed to facilitate the transformation of all students into life-long problem solvers.  
Program Goal Through experimentation, inquiry, critical thinking, and teamwork, all students are provided with the experiences necessary to become responsible decision-makers within our increasingly technological world.
Course Goals The individual courses offered in the study of science are designed so that all students are provided opportunities to:

- Gather and analyze data in an effective, accurate and safe manner;
- Gain the knowledge base needed to be scientifically literate;
- Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
- Develop work habits and skills needed to be a useful member of a problem-solving team.

Program Learning Objectives by Core Courses

   Biology
    Students will...

• Develop graphing skills;

• Advance lab skills;

• Utilize experimental design;

• Construct written and verbal explanations;

• Analyze text.

• Write conclusions.

   Chemistry
    Students will...

• Use inquiry, reasoning and critical thinking skills to assess and analyze chemical phenomena;

• Understand and apply the scientific process to answer questions and solve problems within a chemical context;

• Collaboratively conduct scientific investigations, share ideas, and present research findings;

• Identify, understand, and appreciate the connection between chemical concepts and applications within the everyday world;

• Utilize educational institutions, programs and technologies related to the study of Chemistry.

   Physics
    Students will...

• Use inquiry, reasoning and critical thinking skills to assess and   analyze physical phenomena;

• Understand and apply the scientific process to answer questions and solve problems within a physical context;

• Collaboratively conduct scientific investigations, share ideas, and present research findings;

• Identify, understand, and appreciate the connection between physical concepts and applications within the everyday world;

• Utilize educational institutions, programs and technologies related to the study of Physics.

  Special points of interest:
      · ZooBot Club
      · Science Olympiad
      · Advanced Placement:       
           Biology
           Chemistry
           Physics B & C
           Environmental Science