Science Department Overview

The primary goal of the Science Department is to provide a comprehensive program to produce Science-literate students, well prepared to understand the world around them. To meet this goal, Lincoln offers a wide variety of science classes directed towards students of all abilities and interests, and designed to reflect the state framework. Each course offers a challenging, activity based curriculum. Students experience science through hands-on labs, individual and group research projects, problem-solving activities and class discussions. These activities are supplemented by guest lectures, field trips and exposure to the latest developments in science and technology.
The science curriculum is designed to encourage students to take a full four years of science instruction at Lincoln, although only 3 years are required for students to meet graduation requirements. A broad-based thematic approach is provided in the entry level classes. Students may then choose more advanced classes in both physical and life science disciplines. Lab work is emphasized in all courses.

Classes offered at Lincoln
Integrated Science: A course which integrates the major disciplines of science into a broad and cohesive curriculum. Serves as an entry level science class, providing students with a general science background which will prepare them for more specific, higher level science coursework.
Biology: A study of the nature of life and the great diversity of living organisms.
Chemistry: An experimental and theoretical exploration of the structure of and interactions between the types of matter that comprise our world.
Chemistry AP: An advanced lab-based chemistry course building on and extending ideas, theories and practical applications first introduced in Chemistry 1-2. Students may earn college chemistry credits by taking the Advanced Placement Exam in May.
Marine Biology: An in-depth look at the world’s oceans, their environments and the organisms that live there.
Physiology: A comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body.
Physics: An exploration of the relationship between energy and matter, and the fundamental forces which shape our lives, in both abstract and hands-on settings.
Physics AP: An advanced course built upon the principles and concepts introduced in Physics, with scientific and mathematical processes explored at a higher level. Students may earn college physics credits by taking the Advanced Placement Exam.