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The Science Department at the Academy of Holy Angels strives to develop scientifically literate students through a systematic study of the world around us. Through this, the department hopes to instill an appreciation for the wonders of the world and enable students of all abilities and learning styles to experience success in the science classroom.

Department Learner Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Apply math skills to a variety of science activities.

  • Utilize current computer technology in the science lab.

  • Write a cohesive lab report (technical writing skills).

  • Critically interpret scientific data and observations. 

  • The STEM diploma description can be found in Special Academic Programs.

 

 

Science Requirements

Ninth Grade

Tenth Grade

Eleventh Grade

Twelfth Grade

9 credits (including 3 credits of Biology, 3 credits of Chemistry, and 3 credits of Physics)

Required Course

Required Course

Required Course

Required Course

Biology, or 

*Pre AP Biology

Chemistry, or

*Pre AP Chemistry

Physics (if not in an AP Science class)

Physics (If not taken in 11th grade or in an AP Physics class)

     

Electives 

Electives 

     

*AP Biology

*AP Biology

     

*AP Chemistry

*AP Chemistry

     

*AP Physics I

*AP Physics I

     

*AP Physics C: Mechanics

*AP Physics C: Mechanics

     

*Anatomy and Physiology

*Anatomy and Physiology

     

*AP Physics II

Engineering and Technology in Science 

       

*Science Research and Design 

       

*AP Physics II

 

*Indicate a weighted grade for the course

 

Note: Students may opt to take a science proficiency exam. Students who pass the exam may register for Pre AP Biology.  

The STEM Diploma recognizes those students who have dedicated themselves to mastery of this rigorous course of study and who can demonstrate and apply 21st Century Skills in Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication, and Collaboration in the curricular and co-curricular areas.

Click on Program of Studies below or on the sidebar to view the 26-27 Science courses.

College Credit

Juniors and seniors enrolled in AP Biology and AP Chemistry can apply for college credit through the St. Mary’s University of Minnesota PACC Program.

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PROGRAM OF STUDIES

AHA's Program of Studies is a comprehensive course catalog with a description of the school's requirements for graduation and for student honors. 

Please reference the catalog below as it is the official document of AHA. 

Vitek Science Lab

Science Dept Faculty

Malia Lahr

Department Chair, Biology, Pre-AP Biology, Engineering & Technology in Science

Wade Aitken-Palmer

Physics, Web Page Programming

Hailey Fish

Chemistry & Biology

Elizabeth Moravec

Engineering & Technology in Science, Anatomy & Physiology, Pre-AP Biology

Sarah Schwab

Engineering & Technology in Science, Biology, iCenter Liaison, Research & Design

Andrew Vitek

AP Physics, Biology

Graham Wright

Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Pre-AP Chemistry