Earth Science

Earth Science is the study of the physical characteristics of our planet earth and its place in the universe including: its systems; its history; and, its origin. Earth Science integrates reading and writing skills, some mathematical calculations, laboratory skills, collaboration, and critical thinking skills. Through laboratory activities, projects, and other activities, students will become familiar with the skills necessary for scientific investigations including: defining a scientific problem; proposing and testing hypothesis; observing; measuring variables; organizing; comparing; relating; communicating; analyzing results; and, forming conclusions.