High School Science
Students at North Haven High School are required to earn three credits in science (including Biology) to graduate. Our curriculum is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.
Below is the typical science course progression for students:
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade |
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Biology
Honors Biology
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Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
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Physics
Honors Physics
AP Physics
Can concurrently take:
AP/ UConn Early College Experience Courses:
Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science
Science Electives:
Anatomy & Physiology
Astronomy
Botany
Medical/Health Careers
Meteorology
Oceanology Survey
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AP/ UConn Early College Experience Courses:
AP Biology,
AP/ECE Chemistry,
AP Environmental Science,
ECE Introduction to Allied Health Professions
Science Electives:
Anatomy & Physiology
Astronomy
Botany
Medical/Health Careers
Meteorology
Oceanology Survey
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For more details on each of these courses, please see our Program of Studies which can be found on the North Haven High School website under "School Information".
Parent and Student Resources:
Next Generation Science Standards Guides:
Science at Home:
- American Museum of Natural History A range of articles and hands-on activities for high school students.
- Explore Learning Gizmos Our high school students each have login access to this library of science activities and simulations.
- NASA Space and astronomy news and information.
- NOVA Videos and articles on a variety of scientific topics