This course introduces middle and early high school students to the broad subject of physical science – exploring God’s creation through crucial topics including the scientific method and data, matter, atomic structure, energy, waves, and light within the framework of chemistry, physics, and earth science. Students develop a foundational understanding of how these fields help explain the God-created structure, processes, and history of our planet and universe.
The course emphasizes scientific thinking and investigation, helping students build skills that prepare them for future science studies in biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering.
Student Learning Goals
• Apply the scientific method to investigate questions and test hypotheses
• Conduct simple experiments and investigations
• Record observations and organize scientific data
• Create and interpret graphs, charts, and scientific diagrams
• Communicate scientific ideas through written explanations and discussion
• Evaluate evidence and distinguish between observations, data, and conclusions
Class Structure
Students complete reading assignments, study questions, and assessments at home using the Apologia curriculum. Weekly co‑op meetings focus on hands‑on experiments, demonstrations, interactive activities, short instructional presentations, and collaborative discussion designed to connect scientific concepts to real‑world phenomena.
