Emphasizes modeling real-world situations using functions involving linear and quadratic forms, exponents, roots, logarithms and trigonometry. Includes selected geometry topics such as basic definitions and postulates, logic, similarity, angles and lines. The 9th grade science curriculum is an integrated course involving biology, physical science, and earth science. Topics taught in earth science include geology and weather.
Chemistry includes atoms, molecules and ions, periodic table, and chemical bonding.
Biology topics are centered on botany. Physical science concepts include properties of matter, heat, sound, light, electricity and magnetism. Curriculum is based on state requirements, national standards, and preparation for future college level science classes that will be taken in junior and senior years in the program. Word processing, spread sheets, multimedia authoring, real time computer-based probe and sensor programs. Toolkit for Interactive Mathematics, Interactive Physics, Geometer's Sketchpad, Graphical Analysis, and more.