We believe that the teaching of Science should build on students’ curiosity and creativity to develop individuals who are science literate.  The science curriculum fosters within each student a sense of responsibility towards all living organisms and the environment.  We believe that students must develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they integrate knowledge within the sciences and with other disciplines.  An essential aim of the department is that students acquire a facility with the language, materials, and equipment of science.

Independent Science Project Information

GOALS
Upon completion of the Science Program, the student will be able to:

• use scientific methods and scientific equipment to solve problems;
• work collaboratively and individually to solve problems and to communicate her results in both written and oral form;
• use her scientific knowledge to act as a conscientious member of society;
• integrate her knowledge within the sciences as well as with other disciplines.

The student will know:

• the matter and energy contents and structures of the universe and the physical principle upon which it runs;
• the basic ideas about how living things function and how they interact with one another and with the environment;
• the major developments in science from an historical perspective;
• the career opportunities available to women.

The student will appreciate:

• her own scientific abilities;
• that the body of scientific knowledge is constantly changing and therefore, will take seriously the responsibility for her own life long learning.