Science
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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.
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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
Physical Setting: Earth Science (Regents and Honors)
Living Environment: Biology (Regents and Honors)
Physical Setting: Chemistry (General, Regents and Honors)
Physical Setting: Physics (General, Regents and Honors)
AP Courses
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Environmental ScienceElectives
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