Science
The objectives of the science department are teaching the fundamental principles of science, teaching about science research, and connecting science to the humanities and everyday life. To meet this first objective, the science department offers a wide variety of courses in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, and multi-disciplinary topics. They range from introductory classes to junior and senior college-level courses. Many courses are beyond the AP level such as Anatomy & Physiology, Optics, and Microbiology. Many of the courses are eligible for concurrent enrollment credit. The second objective is met by the required research project for all ASMSA students and by advanced lab activities in all our courses. An excellent inventory of equipment is available to support these activities. To meet the third objective, we offer a wide range of team-taught, multi-disciplinary courses. The department works closely with humanities instructors to offer courses that combine science with the humanities and the arts .