SCIENCE
ACE follows a robust academic program, which includes
scientific processes, skills and curriculum strands from Jr.K-University.
Scientific & Engineering
Overview
Process
-
Scientific research
-
Scientific experimentation
-
Engineering design
Skills
-
Initiating & planning
-
Performing & recording
-
Analyzing & interpreting
-
Communicating
Curriculum Strands
Jr.K - Grade 8
-
Life systems
-
Matter & energy
-
Structures & mechanisms
-
Earth & space systems
Curriculum Course Topics
Biology
-
Ecosystems
-
Tissues, organs & systems
-
Cellular biology
-
Microbiology
-
Biochemistry
-
Genetics
-
Anatomy
Chemistry
-
Atoms, elements, & compounds
-
Chemical reactions
-
Organic chemistry
-
Electrochemistry
-
Chemical reactions
-
Gases & atmospheric chemistry
Curriculum Course Topics
Physics
-
Kinematics & motion
-
Forces, energy & mechanical systems
-
Electricity and magnetism
-
Waves, sound, & energy
-
Quantum mechanics
-
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Earth and Space
-
Astronomy
-
Planetary science
-
Earth materials
-
Geological history & processes
-
Sustainable waste & energy
Grade 9 - 12
-
Scientific Investigation
-
Biology
-
Chemistry
-
Earth & Space Science
-
Physics