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Please go to the Course Descriptions Page to see the Science Courses and Curriculum Frameworks.

 

Teachers



Kris Oswald


Marc Bernier


John Croteau


Adam Edgar
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David Gandt


Mike Handwork


James Keane
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Paul Lacourse


Eric Nash
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Heather Noone
 

Barbara Reid
 

Shani Scarponi


Charlotte Scott
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Cathy Silver
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Bigelow Adventure

Paul Testa


Birding at WHS
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MISSION STATEMENT OF THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

We understand that we have a diverse student body, however all students will develop an awareness, appreciation and respect for themselves, others and their environment. Students will be informed learners who make decisions based on scientific literacy and critical thinking. They will continually develop the science skills and knowledge necessary to participate and aspire to succeed in a changing society.



Graduation Outcomes

  • collect, organize and mathematically interpret experimental data in order to make sound conclusions
  • participate in group and individual activities in a civil, tolerant and productive manner
  • use data, previous work and research to think critically, and creatively solve problems
  • read for information, plan and carry out an assignment and accurately communicate scientific concepts through a variety of methods
  • demonstrate knowledge and awareness of connections of science to the natural world
  • use scientific processes to obtain knowledge and demonstrate how knowledge is revised
  • choose the correct tools of science and use it appropriately
  • take part in discourse relating to science topics with ethical considerations
 
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