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

Ryan Bell - Webpage       ryan_bell@pittsford.monroe.edu

Wendy Walker - Webpage       wendy_walker@pittsford.monroe.edu

Biology

Gary Buckert - Webpage       gary_buckert@pittsford.monroe.edu

Jill Parham - Webpage       jill_parham@pittsford.monroe.edu

Mark Pellegrino - Department Leader - Webpage       mark_pellegrino@pittsford.monroe.edu

Chemistry

Marie Lore Geigel - Webpage       marie_loregeigel@pittsford.monroe.edu

Leslie Hanellin - Webpage       leslie_hanellin@pittsford.monroe.edu

Physics

Daniel Hosey - Webpage       daniel_hosey@pittsford.monroe.edu

Jeffrey Mellon - Webpage       jeffrey_mellon@pittsford.monroe.edu

Courses

Course Descriptions

  Electives

Please see Elective Course Descriptions for Prerequisites or Requirement Substitutions

Animal and Human Behavior

Astronomy

Computer Science and Software Engineering

Criminalistics

Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Oceanography