Physics

Physics is a yearlong laboratory course which fulfills the science requirements for graduation and university entrance.  Students will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of the physical world and an appreciation of many of the phenomena they experience in their lives.  Physics is a quantitative science and students do a significant amount of math, graphing and data analysis.  Emphasis is placed on lab skills, scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and problem solving.

For optimal success in this course, students need to be proficient in the use of computer software for word processing and spreadsheets. 

Learning Recommendations include successful completion of Physical Science and successful completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry, and concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 or higher.

Note: This course fulfills (1) college prep science requirement, as outlined by the Higher Education Board of the State of Washington (HEC Board), as a lab-based and algebra based science course.

Adopted Curriculum:

Inspire Physics. McGraw-Hill. 2020.