SCIENCE

Biology explores the living world through inquiry, experimentation, and analysis. Students study core concepts such as cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, and the relationships among living systems while strengthening their skills in observation, scientific reasoning, and evidence-based thinking. Through labs, discussion, research, and hands-on investigation, the course encourages students to make meaningful connections between biological concepts and the world around them. Consistent with Lynnhaven’s academic approach, Biology emphasizes active learning, critical thinking, and authentic application of knowledge.

This course offers an in-depth study of biological systems and processes, following a curriculum aligned with national standards for introductory college biology. Students will explore key topics such as cellular structure and function, genetics, evolution, ecology, and organismal biology. Emphasis is placed on scientific inquiry, data analysis, and experimental design. Students will engage in laboratory investigations that develop their skills in observation, hypothesis testing, and interpretation of results.

AP Environmental Science is a college-level interdisciplinary course that examines the relationships between the natural world and human society. Students investigate environmental systems, ecological principles, population dynamics, land and water use, energy resources, pollution, and global change through scientific inquiry, data analysis, and problem solving. The course challenges students to evaluate environmental issues from multiple perspectives and to consider both scientific evidence and the social, economic, and political factors that influence decision-making.

Physics is a course that models, discusses, and explores the fundamental motions of the universe along with the equations that describe them. This class serves as an introduction to algebra-based physics. Students learn through discussions, demonstrations, hands-on experiments, and simulations. They will interpret the results of their observations, which involves assessing experimental errors and uncertainties. Like all laboratory science courses, students will conduct research through experimentation, developing all aspects of the scientific method.