Life Sciences 11

This course invites students to dive into the fascinating world of biology, laying a strong foundation for further biology studies while developing skills in scientific literacy and problem-solving that can be used in various disciplines and careers. Students will understand life's intricate systems through essential topics such as foundations of life and cellular processes, evolutionary biology, and organismal biology. Class activities and assessments challenge students to adopt a biologist’s perspective, think critically, communicate scientific ideas clearly, and conduct meaningful research—whether in the laboratory or through literature exploration. Formal reporting of summative assessments is communicated using standards-based grading. Students who desire to take Science 10 concurrently with Life Sciences 11 must be Proficient in all Science 9 learning standards.