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  Integrated Science

Integrated Science is a middle school science program offered in the 6th through 8th grades. It is a  thematic spiraled curriculum that works from concrete subject matter to abstract concepts.  Chemistry, biology, earth/space science and physics are integrated around thematic topics to help students understand how science works in the world and the classroom.  Hands-on activities will help students develop critical thinking skills and give them a better understanding of how science relates to real world problems.  All types of learning modalities are addressed.  

Students who are selected for the accelerated program in the 8th grade will take the Living Environment.

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