• Science •
Mr. Glenn Baker
Cornell University - B.S. Chemical Engineering
Cornell University - M.P.S. Hospital and Health Services Administration
email: gbaker@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x216
after school availability: WednesdayChemistry
Mr. David Bednarz
University of Connecticut - B.A. Biology
Southern Connecticut State University - M.S. Biology
email: dbednarz@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x203
website: http://sites.google.com/site/mrbednarzlhs/
after school availability: MondayBiology I, AP Biology, Marine Science I,
UCONN ECE Marine ScienceMs. Elizabeth Chivers
College of Saint Rose - B.A. Biology
Kaplan University - M.A. Science Education
email: echivers@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x223
after school availability: TuesdayBiology I, Anatomy & Physiology, Human Biology
Ms. Angela Donovan
University of Rhode Island - B.S. Microbiology
University of Rhode Island - M.A. Science Education
email: adonovan@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x213
after school availability: MondayBiology I, Forensic Science
Mr. Bruce Douglass
University of Maine - B.S. Science Education (Chemistry)
Eastern Connecticut State University - M.S. Marine Science Education
email: bdouglass@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x117
after school availability: Monday-ThursdayChemistry
Mr. Jerry Lentz
Central Connecticut State University - B.S. Biology
Eastern Connecticut State University - M.S. Science Education
email: jlentz@ledyard.net (parents)
phone: 464-9600 x231
web site: http://home.comcast.net/~lentzjerry/site (homework)
after school availability: by appointmentBiology I, Bioethics
Mr. Bryan McCauley
email: bmccauley@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x236
after school availability: Mondays; second lunch and by appointmentPhysics
Ms. Kirsten Montgomery
Earlham College - B.A. Biology
University of New Haven - M.S. Science Education
email: kmontgomery@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x242
web site: http://sites.google.com/site/msmontsbiology
after school availability: MondaysBiology
Mr. Robert Schneider
University of Connecticut - B.S. General Science
University of Connecticut - M.A. Education
email: rschneider@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x257
after school availability: Monday & by appointmentEarth Science, Environmental Science
Dr. Wenqiao Wang
Xiamen University - B.A. Marine Biology
Xiamen University - M.S. Marine Biology
Tokyo University of Fisheries - Ph.D. Aquatic Biology
email: wwang@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x244
after school availability: TuesdayChemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Science of Southeastern Connecticut
Mr. Scott Woodruff
University of Connecticut - B.S. Chemistry
Southern Connecticut State University - M.S. Chemistry
Sacred Heart University - 6th year Administration
email: swoodruff@ledyard.net
phone: 464-9600 x141
web site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrwoodrufflhs
after school availability: Tuesday & by appointment
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• Courses Offered •
Earth Science (1400) The study of earth science encompasses land, water, air, and space, in particular, land formations and movement, rocks and minerals and their formation, the effects of water on the land, air movement, and weather, our solar system and the universe. This course approaches earth science from a planetary science perspective principles and processes relating to Earth are used to study planetary surfaces or are discovered by the study of planetary surfaces. "How does the evidence give us clues about the physical environment without physically being there?" is a common theme. Open to grades 11-12.
Biology I (1421/1422/1423) Advance Biology will prepare the motivated student for Advanced Placement Biology. Required of all ninth graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements.
Advanced Placement Biology (1425) The Advanced Placement Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of the general biology course taken during the first year of college. Laboratory activities are higher level than regular biology labs and are geared toward preparing students for college laboratory skills.
There are required summer reading and writing assignments. Students who sign up for AP Biology during the summer or at the beginning of the school year can make up these assignments at that time. Students who score a 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Biology Exam at the end of the year may qualify for college credit and/or advanced placement from the college of university they decide to attend. Each college has its own policy for granting AP credit and/or exemptions. Students should contact their college choices concerning this issue. Participation and completion of this course does not guarantee college credit.
Who should take this course? All students entering college who will be majoring in any of the sciences to include biology, chemistry, physics, science teaching, environmental and marine sciences, pre-med., pre-vet., and nursing should seriously consider this course. Students who will not be science majors have been able, after scoring a 4 or 5 on the AP exam, to substitute the experience for their college science requirement at participating colleges and universities.
Prerequisite: Grade of B- in Biology I (1421/1422) and C in Chemistry I (1431/1432) or written consent of Science Department Chair. (1.5 credits - meets daily semester one, meets alternate days semester two.
Chemistry I (1431/1432/1434) Chemistry I can be considered to have three broad sections: Chemicals and Chemical Reactions; The States of Matter; and Atoms and Molecules. Chemicals and Chemical Reactions cover basic chemistry concepts and skills relating to matter and its interactions. The States of Matter emphasizes a molecular approach to the interactions and dynamics of particles. Atoms and Molecules address modern atomic theory, the Periodic Table, and bonding. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences to investigate, discover, and/or verify fundamental concepts. 1431 will prepare the student for Advanced Placement Chemistry or Biology. 1431/1432 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I. Required of all tenth graders.
Advanced Placement Chemistry (1435) The Advanced Placement Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first college year. Laboratory activities are higher level than regular chemistry labs and are geared toward preparing students for college laboratory skills.
Students who score a 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Chemistry Exam at the end of the year may qualify for college credit and/or advanced placement from the college of university they decide to attend. Each college has its own policy for granting AP credit and/or exemptions. Students should contact their college choices concerning this issue. Participation and completion of this course does not guarantee college credit.
Who should take this course? All students entering college who will be majoring in any of the sciences to include biology, chemistry, physics, science teaching, environmental and marine sciences, pre-med., pre-vet., and nursing should seriously consider this course. Prerequisite: Grade of B- in Chemistry I (1431/1432) or written consent of Science Department Chair. (1.5 credits—meets daily semester one, meets alternate days semester two).
Physics I (1441/1442) This course is designed to examine our physical environment. Areas explored in the classroom and the laboratory are kinematics, mechanics, wave motion and light, electricity and magnetism, and the atomic nature of matter. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I and Algebra I.
Biology II (1405) This course will help a student formulate educated opinions about a variety of complex, topical, and controversial biological issues through a study of the literature, class discussions, and laboratory experiments. The nature of biological science and research provides a context for the evaluation of the science and morality of issues in genetics, technology, animal testing, and many other areas. Prerequisite: Grade of C- in Biology I. (.5 credit—meets alternate days for one semester) Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.
Human Biology (1452) This course covers the anatomy and physiology of the human body and is designed for students who may or may not be considering careers in the biological sciences but wish to gain a greater understanding of how their body works. Human body systems will be studied in detail. Normal functions of major systems in the body will be investigated. Dysfunction of various systems as well as healthy maintenance of these systems will be a focus. This course is designed as preparation for college. (.5 credit - meets alternate days for one semester) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I. Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.
Anatomy and Physiology (1453) This advanced course is an intensive introduction to human anatomy and physiology, the parts and functioning of the human body. It is geared for those students planning medical or bioscience careers and emphasizes laboratory experiences. High motivation is needed for success. Human Biology, 1452, is available for students who desire a background in Human Anatomy & Physiology at a less intense level. Prerequisite: Grade of B- in Biology I (1421/1422) or written consent of Science Department Chair.
Marine Science I (1455) Marine Science I is an introduction to the marine environment including marine biology and oceanography. Aquarium studies and field investigations, including Project Oceanology field trips, supplement classroom work that allows students to explore aspects of marine life and conditions, especially related to Long Island Sound and Coastal Southeastern Connecticut. (.5 credit—meets alternate days for one semester) Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.
Marine Science II (1457) Marine Science II is a field study and project oriented exploration of marine biology and oceanography as related to Long Island Sound, the Thames River estuary, and the Atlantic Ocean ecosystems. Dune restoration, field and laboratory population studies, and salt marsh ecology area several areas of ongoing research. Special student projects are a major part of this course. Students will participate in Project Oceanology field trip(s). Prerequisite: Grade of C- in Marine Science I and Biology I or grade of B- in 1421 Biology or 1431 Chemistry or written consent of Science Department Chair. (.5 credit - meets alternate days for one semester) Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.
Environmental Science of Southeastern Connecticut (1460) Environmental Science of Southeastern Connecticut is a foundation course that covers four broad areas: water quality, the atmosphere, land use and human impact, and environmental interaction. The primary goal of the course is to provide students of all abilities with a basic experience in issues they will encounter as adults. Emphasis is placed on the environment of Long Island Sound and issues relating to Southeastern Connecticut. Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.
Environmental Science (1461/1462/1463) Environmental Science covers four broad areas: Earth Cycles; Environmental Quality; Human Effect on the Environment; and Energy Production Issues. The movement of materials such as magma, water, and carbon as a result of chemical and physical processes and energy flow; the effect of chemicals on the quality of the land, water, and air; the generation, disposal, and recycling of matter and issues of waste; and the production and issues of energy for human consumption, and the alternatives are studied in the classroom and the laboratory. Emphasis is placed on Long Island Sound and Southeastern Connecticut. (.5 credit - meets alternate days for one semester) Required of all ninth graders. This course must be passed in order to meet graduation requirements (Class of 2009).
Advanced Placement Physics (1465) The Advanced Placement Physics course is designed to be the equivalent of the general physics course usually taken during the first year of college. Laboratory activities are higher level than regular physics labs and are geared toward preparing students for college laboratory skills.
Students who score a 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Physics Exam at the end of the year may qualify for college credit and/or advanced placement from the college of university they decide to attend. Each college has its own policy for granting AP credit and/or exemptions. Students should contact their college choices concerning this issue. Participation and completion of this course does not guarantee college credit.
Who should take this course? All students entering college who will be majoring in any of the sciences to include chemistry, physics, engineering, and environmental and oceanographic sciences should seriously consider this course. Prerequisite: Grade of C- in Physics I (1441/1442) or written consent of Science Department Chair. (1.5 credits - meets daily semester one, meets alternate days semester two)
Forensic Science (1480) Forensic Science is the use of science in a court of law. This course involves a discussion and practice of the chemical, physical, and biological laboratory techniques used to interpret evidence. The focus is on scientific analysis of mock evidence, rather than crime scene procedures. Mock evidence includes DNA, blood, bones, teeth, insects, toxins, documents, hairs and other trace evidence, firearms and ballistics, and fingerprints. Pathology, psychology, and arson are also studied. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I. Successful completion of Algebra I recommended. (.5 credit - meets alternate days for one semester) Open to grades 11-12 or with written consent of Science Department Chair.