Note: Lab supplies will be provided when students are in person for class. For online students, a supply list will be provided so they may do the experiments with us. The cost of lab supplies should also be covered by charter school funds if purchased through an approved vendor.        

High School Biology (NGSS-Aligned, A–G Certified*) is a rigorous course designed to fulfill one of the two required science credits for graduation. It is aligned with California NGSS for high school life sciences. Meeting weekly for 2.25 hours, students explore topics such as:

• cellular biology
• biomolecules,
• enzymes
• photosynthesis
• cellular respiration
• genetics
• protein synthesis,
• mitosis
• meiosis
• evolution
• natural selection
• ecology, and ecosystem dynamics, including human impacts

All of this instruction while developing proficiency in laboratory skills, experimental design, data analysis, scientific communication, and evidence-based reasoning. Instruction integrates NGSS Science and Engineering Practices (modeling, investigation, data analysis, explanation, and argumentation), and Crosscutting Concepts (cause and effect, structure and function, energy and matter, systems, and stability and change). All lab supplies are provided for in-person learners, with online students receiving a supply list to complete experiments at home. Office hours will be by appointment only via Zoom. An Honors option offers advanced assignments and CLEP Biology preparation for potential college credit. 

IMPORTANT: Beginning 2025-2026, A new textbook will be required: 
Free & downloadable Concepts of Biology through OpenStax.
https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology
You may also purchase a printed version, but please purchase early to allow for shipping time.  

ONLINE STUDENTS: Click the link below to open a PDF with links to purchase supplies for class.
ONLINE STUDENT – Supply List

HONORS BIOLOGY STUDENTS ONLY:
Students who add the HONORS portion will have additional information and assignments to complete. Students will cover material appropriate for them to take the CLEP exam for college credit. Honors students are encouraged to attend weekly biology study hall or office hours. Also A-G certified.