 One hundred and four. That’s the number of labs each ninth grade student completed last year in Conceptual Physics, and it represents JCHS’ commitment to hands-on learning.
The Science faculty teaches students to see the world as scientists, to use mental models to make sense of the world, to adjust their models with new evidence from experiments, and to use those models to make predictions. Our three-year inquiry-based program is designed to foster the spirit of curiosity that inspires an ongoing pursuit of scientific knowledge.
The physics, chemistry, and biology faculty collaborate closely to develop curriculum that supports conceptual learning. For example, in physics, students spend a significant amount of time learning about electricity and energy, which in turn supports a better understanding of heat and energy in chemistry. Chemistry students concentrate on chemical reactions so they are prepared to learn about digestion and photosynthesis in biology.
With our integrated, hands-on approach to science instruction, state-of-the-art technology, and experienced faculty, JCHS encourages excitement and creativity while preparing students to draw educated conclusions from real-world data. | | |
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