The primary goal of science is to understand the natural and human-designed worlds. Science refers to certain processes used by humans for obtaining knowledge about nature, and to an organized body of knowledge about nature obtained by these processes. Science is a dynamic and creative activity with a long and interesting history. Many societies have contributed to the development of scientific knowledge and understanding. . . . Scientists continuously assess and judge the soundness of scientific knowledge claims by testing laws and theories, and modifying them in light of compelling new evidence or a re-conceptualization of existing evidence.
SCCAO and STAO/APSO, “Position Paper: The Nature of Science” (2006), pp. 1–2.
Courses
| Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNC1D (Academic Science) | SNC2D (Academic Science) | SBI3C (College Biology) | SBI4U (University Biology) |
SNC1P (Applied Science)
| SNC2P (Applied Science) | SBI3U (University Biology) | SCH4U (University Chemistry) |
| | | SCH3U (University Chemistry) | SPH4C (College Physics) |
| | | SPH3U (University Physics) | SPH4U (University Physics) |
Opportunities
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
The York Region District School Board has chosen our school to offer the Advanced Placement Program for students who want to challenge themselves with a more rigorous curriculum. We invite all students who are willing to accept the challenge of a more demanding academic curriculum to consider enrolment into AP Physics. Although it is not a mandatory prerequisite taking grade 11 PRE-AP Physics is highly recommended for success in grade 12 AP Physics.
The Advanced Placement Program (AP) is an international course of study written by university professors, which allows students to write standardized exams around the world. Successful completion of the AP Physics exam in May can earn credits or advanced standing at universities in Canada and abroad. The biggest incentive for students enrolled in the program, is that they will be well prepared to meet the challenge of university courses.
Contests
Chemistry Contests (written in May, sponsored by University of Waterloo): Avogadro Chemistry Contest (grade 11 chemistry students)
Chem 13 News Contest (grade 12 chemistry students)