Science
MISSION STATEMENT for SCIENCE
The mission of Science education in Pittsford Central School District is to develop students who:
- View the world through the lens of a curious and scientifically literate mind.
- Critically evaluate scientific information related to their everyday lives.
- Engage in discussion on science-related issues.
- Acquire and apply scientific knowledge to unique situations.
As a result of participating in the PCSD Science program, students will be able to independently …
- generate open ended questions and seek answers.
- design and carry out a systematic investigation to explain phenomena and/or answer a question.
- construct, communicate and defend logical explanations about science related issues.
- use scientific knowledge and understanding to inform ethical decisions.
Click to go to the PCSD Mission Statement page for full mission statements for all curricular areas.
Faculty
Earth Science
Michael Johnson - michael_johnson@pittsford.monroe.edu
Wendy Walker - wendy_walker@pittsford.monroe.edu
Biology
Peter Carrier peter_carrier@pittsford.monroe.edu
Sara Forbes sara_forbes@pittsford.monroe.edu
Living Environment
Cara Kingsley cara_kingsley@pittsford.monroe.edu
Alyssa Zaft alyssa_zaft@pittsford.monroe.edu
Chemistry
Marie Lore Geigel - Webpage marie_loregeigel@pittsford.monroe.edu
Leslie Hanellin - leslie_hanellin@pittsford.monroe.edu
Dan Roberti Webpage daniel_roberti@pittsford.monroe.edu
Christopher Heimburger christopher_heimburger@pittsford.monroe.edu
Physics
Daniel Hosey - Webpage daniel_hosey@pittsford.monroe.edu
Jeffrey Mellon - jeffrey_mellon@pittsford.monroe.edu
Courses
Physical Setting: Earth Science Regents |
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Living Environment: Biology Regents |
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Physical Setting: Chemistry (Regents or General) |
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Physical Setting: Physics (General, Regents and College) |
AP Courses |
Electives
Please see Elective Course Descriptions for Prerequisites or Requirement Substitutions
Animal and Human Behavior
Astronomy
AP Computer Science Principles
Criminalistics
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Oceanography