Wolf Tracks
Swift Creek M.S. Science
7th Grade Science Courses
7th Grade Science
This course takes a comprehensive approach to science, meaning that students will explore several major scientific disciplines.
Specific topics of study will include:
- Practice of Science
- The Characteristics of Science Knowledge
- The Role of Theories, Laws, and Hypotheses
- Earth Structures
- Forms of Energy
- Energy Transfer and Transformations
- Diversity & Evolution of Living Organisms
- Heredity & Reproduction
- Interdependence
This curriculum is intended to be accessible to students at all achievement levels. Instruction will place special emphasis on scientific inquiry and argumentation.
7th Grade Bridge to A.P.
This course teaches physical science standards from the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade curricula, including:
- The Practice of Science
- The Characteristics of Scientific Knowledge
- The Role of Theories, Laws, & Models
- Properties of Matter
- Changes in Matter
- Forms of Energy
- Energy Transformations
- Forces & Motion
This curriculum is taught at an accelerated pace and is intended for students with advanced achievement levels. Instruction will place special emphasis on scientific inquiry and argumentation; and participation in the science fair is required.
