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Earth Space Science (comprehensive; honors ? 1 credit): Be captivated by the

wonders and beauty of the third planet from our Sun; Earth. Be amazed by what awaits your discovery

within our solar system and beyond. Explore the universe. Earth/Space Science is a laboratory course

focusing on the study of space; geologic structures and forces; the waters on our planet; and atmospheric

conditions. Through experimentation and investigation; students explore the earth cycles including the

geosphere; hydrosphere; crysosphere; atmosphere; and the carbon cycle. This course offers interactive

experiences; higher-order thinking; collaborative projects; and real-world application along with a variety

of assessments. Upon completion of the course; students have a clear understanding of the dynamic forces

at work in the world around them; becoming better caretakers of our planet; Earth. Grades 10-12. (KS

Regents Qualified Admissions approved; NCAA approved)

Earth Space Science Labs

***All labs require 1.5 hours or more to complete

• Meteorology Lab

• Surface Water Lab

• Groundwater Lab

• Exploring the Universe Lab

• Designing a Star Model Lab

• Rocks and Minerals as Resources Lab

• Geologic Time Scale Lab

• Ocean Circulation Lab

• Ocean Interactions Lab

• Forces in Our Solar System Lab

• Earth-Sun-Moon System Lab

• Carbon Cycle Lab

• Mechanisms of Movement Lab

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Approved competency code

• LINT
• Integrated science

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Online / Virtual