New Courses

It is always exciting when new classes are rolled out to think about the opportunities that they provide. This year we have 2 new classes (both of which were discussed as a part of the registration presentation).

The new Math class is Probability and Statistics. This class is another course that is an alternative as an Algebra 2 equivalent class. So you can take this after Math 2 instead of Math 3 or QR. You can also take this class after Math 3 or after QR. So if you were in Math 3 this year, but don't want to move on to PreCalc next year, Probability and Statistics can be a choice. It should be a good class to give you an introduction to Statistics which could be helpful in the future if you are pursuing a career that is not math heavy as many of those fields require a stats class instead of a calculus class so it is nice to have been exposed to that content before you're in college.

The new Science class is Materials Science. This is a full year long science class that would come as a higher level science option. So after you have completed Physical Science and Biology you then have all of the other science class offerings - Chemistry, AP courses, IB courses, and the semester long science classes (Biomedical Science, Forensics, Astronomy, and Environmental Science). This is another class option for that time frame. It is a VERY hands on class with LOTS of labs. Which means if you are a student who frequently misses classes, this is NOT the class for you. But if you are someone who loves to learn from doing, then this is the perfect class for you. The class is designed to study the materials that make our world function and is likely a course that students interested in science or engineering fields would find appealing.

I recognize that being the first set of students to take a class can be a little scary, but these are great new offerings that you should consider if they sound appealing to you! Also, don't forget that tomorrow night is Curriculum Night from 7-8:30pm so if you want to talk to the teachers more about these two classes and what is the best fit for you along with your parents, come to Curriculum Night as the Math and Science teachers would love to discuss it with you!