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Science Class Selection Guide for Future Academic Success

Explore the recommended science class sequence, graduation requirements, UC/CSU prerequisites, and tips for choosing science courses wisely to prepare for college. Learn about AP classes, honors courses, and requirements for different disciplines.

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Science Class Selection Guide for Future Academic Success

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  1. Tonight’s schedule:

  2. Campus map: Cafeteria F111 (Choir) F114 (Band) Aud

  3. Monta Vista High SchoolScience Department March 7, 2007

  4. The Science Experience • All classes meet state standards • Average class size is 32 • Weekly labs • Technology includes: • LCD projectors in all classrooms • Teacher laptop • Student laptop carts • LabPros to collect data • Biotech equipment

  5. Recommended Class Sequence AP Physics Physics Physics Honors Physiology AP Biology AP Chemistry ROP Engineering Tech Chemistry or Chemistry Honors Biology ROP Advanced Engineering Tech

  6. FUHSD Graduation Requirements • Must pass 2 science courses (passing is a minimum of a D) • 1 must be Life Science • Biology, AP Biology, and Physiology • 1 must be Physical Science • Chemistry or Chemistry Honors (cannot receive credit for both) • Physics or Physics Honors (cannot receive credit for both) • AP Physics, AP Chemistry, ROP Engineering Tech, ROP Advanced Engineering Tech

  7. UC/CSU Requirements

  8. Choosing a science class Consider: • Graduation and collegerequirements • Student goals andinterests • Current teacher’srecommendation • Other commitments • English-language understanding: “Sheltered” classes are limited to ELD students (see your assistant principal)

  9. Ask a UC Representative: • Should a student take one course from each discipline (Bio, Chem, Physics) compared to focusing on taking higher levels of one (Honors or AP)? • “What the UCs and private schools look for is academic vitality - a diverse exposure. Academic vitality is different than rigor of curriculum. Students should be choosing classes based on what best suits what they need to learn for where they are going - not just for the grades or to get into college. If a student is going into the sciences, then he/she should have all 3 sciences and then take an Honors or AP class. If the student is interested in English or Art, then the same science preparation is not needed.”

  10. Chemistry & Chemistry Honors • Chemical Equations, Gases, Acids/Bases, Thermochemistry • Field trips to Stanford Linear Accelerator, San Jose State, Nanotech Center • Weekly labs

  11. Chemistry Passing grade in Biology Chemistry Honors B or better in Biology More math intensive: B or better in Geometry/higher, concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2/higher Other notes: Additional independent study for SAT 2-Chemistry suggested Strongly recommended for advancement to AP Chemistry Chemistry or Chemistry Honors? Recommended prerequisites:

  12. Physics & Physics Honors • Motion, Waves, Electricity, Magnetism • Hands-on experiences using CBLs (calculator-based labs) • Velocity • Force • “Cupertino Traffic Challenge” • “Egg Drop”

  13. Physics Passing grade in previous MV science course B or better in Geometry and concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2/higher Physics Honors B or better in previous MV science course More math intensive: B or better in Algebra2/Trig and concurrent enrollment in Precalculus/higher Other notes: Good preparation for SAT 2-Physics Strongly recommended for advancement to AP Physics Physics or Physics Honors? Recommended prerequisites:

  14. Focus on human health CPR certification Health internship in the community Recommended prerequisites: B or better in Biology AND B or better in either Chemistry course Physiology

  15. Want to take an AP Class? • AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics • Second-year courses, following the regular or Honors class (except Biology) • Recommended prerequisites for: • AP Bio: Biology & Honors Chemistry • AP Chem: Algebra 2 & Honors Chemistry • AP Physics: Precalculus and Physics Honors • Require independent reading and study beyond classroom instruction • Consider student’s preparation level and other commitments before enrollment

  16. Molecular Biology, Plants, Animals Weekly labs DNA-based labs Independent experiments Product development Recommended prerequisites: B or better in Biology AND B or better in either Chemistry course Other notes: Good preparation for SAT 2-Biology and AP exam AP Biology

  17. Thermodynamics, Intermolecular Forces, Kinetics, Acid-Base Equilibria, Organic Chemistry Weekly labs Formal lab notebook Advanced procedures Recommended prerequisites: A in Chemistry (and teacher recommendation) or B or better in Chemistry Honors Concurrent enrollment in Math Analysis or Precalculus Other notes: Good preparation for SAT 2-Chemistry and AP exam AP Chemistry

  18. Introductory Calculus, Kinematics, Dynamics, Electricity & Magnetism Problem-solving and interactive discussions Weekly quizzes and exams Recommended prerequisites: A in Physics (and teacher recommendation) or B or better in Physics Honors B or better in or concurrent enrollment in Calculus AB/BC Other notes: Good preparation for SAT 2-Physics and AP (Level C) exams AP Physics

  19. Regional Occupational Program Robotics, Rockets, Bridges Project-based Advanced: participation in Science fairs Recommended prerequisites: Must be a junior or senior, or at least 16 years old Other notes: Does not count as a “second science” Contact Bruce_Kawanami@ fuhsd.org ROP Engineering Tech & Advanced Engineering Tech

  20. Summer and online: As little as 60 hours of instruction Must be pre-approved by MV administrator (see your student’s assigned assistant principal) Only certain online science courses with a lab component are accepted for UC/CSU credit (see UC admissions for details) Monta Vista Science: 180 hours of instruction; time for content to be learned at a greater depth Excellent laboratory experiences Consider Content of the course and students’ ability to review content on their own Expectations of next instructor, if any Summer and Online Courses?

  21. Taking a Second Science? • Students may only take one science class per year • “Doubling up” may be allowed if there is room in the fall, but not likely. • Process: Put your second science course as a 7th choice. In the fall, if there is room, students will be placed by priority • Request what you really want: In the past, some students have requested a certain “second science” course, while planning to switch it to a different science course early in Fall semester. When this occurs, it is highly unlikely the student will be permitted to make the switch. • Changing your choice in the fall: No guarantee of getting another science course.

  22. For more information • Science Department website: http://www.mvhs.fuhsd.org/ travis_hambleton/science/index.htm • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) • Summer science programs, competitions, scholarships • Course textbook information (ISBN, etc.) • Contact Science Department Chair • travis_hambleton@fuhsd.org • 408-366-7600 x 8845 (email is preferred)

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