• Earth Science A & B
• Physical Science A & B
• Biology A (w/ lab) & B (w/ lab)

Earth Science A & B

• Earth Science
• Prerequisites: None
• Length: Two semesters
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Earth Science offers a focused curriculum that explores Earth's composition, structure, processes, and history; its atmosphere, freshwater, and oceans; and its environment in space. Topics include an exploration of the major cycles that affect every aspect of life, including weather, climate, air movement, tectonics, volcanic eruptions, rocks, minerals, geologic history, Earth's environment, sustainability, and energy resources. Optional teacher-graded labs encourage students to apply the scientific method.

The content is based on the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) standards and is aligned to state standards.

Physical Science A & B

• Physical Science
• Prerequisites: None
• Length: Two semesters
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Physical Science offers a focused curriculum designed around the understanding of critical physical science concepts, including the nature and structure of matter, the characteristics of energy, and the mastery of critical scientific skills. Topics include an introduction to kinematics, including gravity and two-dimensional motion; force; momentum; waves; electricity; atoms; the Periodic Table of Elements; molecular bonding; chemical reactivity; gases; and an introduction to nuclear energy. Teacher-graded labs encourage students to apply the scientific method.

The content is based on the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) standards and is aligned to state standards.

Biology A (w/ lab) & B (w/ lab)

• Biology
• Prerequisites: Middle school / junior high life science
• Length: Two semesters
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Biology offers a curriculum that focuses on the mastery of basic biological skills, concepts, and models that are important for students to know and apply in everyday life. The course begins with the study of cell and molecular biology and covers experimental design; chemistry and the biochemical basis of life; cell structure and function; basic metabolism; and genetics. Building on this foundation is an exploration into evolution, biodiversity, organismal biology, and ecology. As part of the study of vertebrates, the structure and function of major organ systems and biological processes in humans are introduced. Teacher-graded labs encourage students to apply the scientific method.

The content is based on the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) standards and is aligned to state standards.

Biblical Worldview Supplement

This course is supplemented with additional curriculum written by Calvary Online School, presenting Biology within a Biblical Worldview. Students learn of the agency of God within creation. Students also learn the Theory of Evolution within the standard curriculum, but then are instructed in the methods of refuting the theory from a scientific, as well as a Biblical Worldview.

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ONLINE BIBLE CLASSES:

Calvary Online School also provides our own unique online bible classes instructing students in everything from biblical history, literature, to articles of the Christian faith. Learn more about our Online Bible Classes.