Science
Department Chair: Patricia Busse

      Science Department Staff:
      Mrs. Patricia Busse, Chairperson
      Mr. Richard Bernardo
      Ms. Stacy Elkins
      Mrs. Rosemary Gruczka
      Mrs. Gretchen Keefe
      Mr. James Saunders
     Mrs. Sharon Sutcliffe
     Mr. Mark Tavares
 

Department Philosophy
The mission of Tiverton School Department Science Curriculum is to prepare all students to become problem solvers and effective communicators by developing and applying their knowledge of a broad scope of scientific concepts and knowledge through the inquiry process, engaging in hands-on investigations and utilizing a variety of scientific tools and technologies.

Students will:
1. Physical, Life, Earth/Space Science- demonstrate an outstanding of physical, life,
    earth/space science concepts.
2. Connections and Applications - apply science concepts as they relate to the real
    world.
3. Scientific Thinking - demonstrate the ability to use scientific inquiry in solving
    problems.
4. Tools and Technology - demonstrate competence with the tools and the
    techniques of science.
5. Communication - demonstrate effective scientific communication through varied
    methods of presentation.
6. Scientific Investigation - solve problems through varied forms of scientific
    investigation.

Courses Offered:
Physical Science General, Prep, Honors
Biology I General
Biology I College Prep/Lab
Biology I Honors/Lab
Chemistry Prep
Chemistry Prep/Lab
Chemistry Honors/Lab
Oceanography
Ecology
Physics/Lab
Physics Honors/ Lab (EEP)
Anatomy and Physiology/Lab
AP Biology/Lab
AP Chemistry/Lab
Chemistry/Lab (EEP)
Laboratory Technician

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