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| Karen Troupis, Chair troupisk@wilmot.k12.wi.us |
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| Theron Blount blountt@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
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| Julia Erdman erdmanj@wilmot.k12.wi.us |
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| Donald Fitzwater fitzwaterd@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
Mr. Fitzwater has been teaching at Wilmot for 19 years. He teaches Chemistry and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Lawrence University, and Chemical Engineering from Washington University. His Master's Degree is from Cardinal Stritch University. His favorite color is green, and his favorite sport is golf. | Top |
| Gina Greil greilg@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
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| Lena Joch jochl@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
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| Natalie Morningcrow morningcrown@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
Ms. Morningcrow has been teaching at Wilmot for one year. She teaches Biology and Life Science and she got her Bachelor's Degree from UW-Milwaukee. She will receive her Master's Degree from UW-Milwaukee in July 2008. She also has a Massage Therapy Certification. Her favorite color is brown and her favorite sport is surfing. Some of her hobbies outside of teaching are camping with her daughters Autumn and Sierra and she likes to travel. | Top |
| Steve Ripper rippers@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
Mr. Ripper teaches Biology and AP Biology. His Bachelor's Degree is from Southern Illinois University and his Master's Degree is from Carthage College. His favorite class to teach is Biology because he enjoys exposing students to nature and discussing animal adaptation and behavior. | Top |
| Steve Sproul sprouls@wilmoths.k12.wi.us |
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| Integrated Sciences, (SCI101) Grade: 9 Prerequisites: Placement is based on reading level, performance in previous science courses, teacher recommendation and overall academic achievement. Credits: 1 |
This course is designed to provide a solid background for students who could benefit from reinforcement of the nature of science before moving on to other science courses. This course introduces physics, chemistry and Earth science. Other emphases include scientific inquiry and problem-solving skills. | Top |
| Biology, (SCI102) Grades: 9-10 Prerequisites: Placement is based on reading level, performance in previous science courses, teacher recommendation and overall academic achievement. Credits: 1 |
This is a year-long course. It is the study of basic biological concepts: cells, genetics, respiration, photosynthesis, organic variation, microbiology, botany, zoology, and ecology. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Honors Biology, (SCI103) Grade: 9 Prerequisites: Placement is based on reading level, performance in previous science courses, teacher recommendation and overall academic achievement Credits: 1 |
This course is for academically motivated freshman students. Honors biology uses a thematic approach that includes structure and function, matter and energy, heredity, interdependence, evolution, and the diversity of life. Placement is based on reading level, performance in previous science courses, teacher recommendation and overall academic achievement. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Life Science, (SCI201) Grade: 10 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Credits: 1 |
This is a year long course. It is the study of the basic biological concepts: cells, genetics, respiration, photosynthesis, variation, microbiology, botany, zoology and ecology. This course is designed for students who have teacher recommendation based on reading skills and overall academic achievement and who could benefit from reinforcement in these areas. | Top |
| Physical Science, (SCI202) Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: None Credit: 1 |
This is a year long course designed to provide an introduction to the areas of physics, chemistry, and Earth science, with an emphasis on continued study in these fields. Other emphasis of this course include scientific inquiry and problem solving skills. This course is not available to students who have passed chemistry or physics. | Top |
| Earth Science, (SCI203) Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: None Credits: .5 |
Earth Science is a half credit course for students who would like to gain knowledge of the Earth, its features and changes. As students of the international community, students will gain an understanding of their impact on the Earth’s ecosystems and physical landscapes. This course introduces geology, oceanography, meteorology, and space science (astronomy). | Top |
| Environmental Awareness, (SCI204) Grades:10-12 with teacher recommendation Prerequisite: Credits: .5 |
This half-credit course will give students a basic understanding of the near-term and long-term effects of their actions on the quality of their environment. This course will expose students to a broad view of the science and how the Earth functions with and without human intervention. | Top |
| Chemistry, (SCI205) Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra Credits: 1 |
A year long introductory course studying properties of and changes in matter. Laboratory experience is an integral part of this course. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Honors Chemistry, (SCI206) Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Honors Geometry, (or teacher approval), overall academic achievement, and teacher recommendation. Credits: 1 |
This is an accelerated chemistry course which will cover more material in greater depth and move at a faster pace than the Chemistry course. Extensive laboratory work and use of applied mathematics will play a central role in the class. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Environmental Studies, (SCI301) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: a "C" or better in Biology and Chemistry Credits: 1 |
This is a year-long course of study of living organisms and their relationships with each other and their environment. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of the ecosystems we live in. One semester of this course is the study of freshwater ecosystems. Projects and oral reports are required. This course is recommended for students who have an interest in the environment and/or are pursuing a career in the biological or environmental sciences. | Top |
| Physics, (SCI303) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: Geometry Credits: 1 |
A year long course of study including the topics of forces, motion, light, sound, energy and electricity and magnetism. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Horticulture, (SCI304) Grades: 10-12 Prerequisite: Biology Credits: .5 |
This half- credit course will offer a survey of the major phases of plant growth and management. Students will learn the morphology and ecology related to plants. Greenhouse experiences will include seed germination, tissue culture, germinating cuttings, transplanting and garden planning. | Top |
| Anatomy and Physiology, (SCI305) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: a "C" or better in Biology and Chemistry Credits: 1 |
This full year course will offer a comprehensive overview of human anatomy and physiology: functions, structures, and numerous dysfunctions of the human body. This rigorous course is important for any student who is considering a career in science, medicine, health, physical fitness or physical therapy. | Top |
| Honors Physics, (SCI306) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Algebra with a “C” or better. Completion of Honors Chemistry with a “C” or better or Chemistry with a “B” or better. Credits: 1 |
Honors Physics is a 1.0 credit course intended for students who have a strong interest in science and aptitude in mathematics. Honors Physics is part of the Honors science sequence. Honors Physics will help to better prepare students for success in AP Physics. This course is recommended for college bound students. | Top |
| Forensic Science, (SCI307) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: 1 year of Life Science (Life Science, Biology or Honors Biology) and 1 year of Physical Science (Physics, Chemistry, Physical Science or Integrated Science) Credits: .5 |
This course is designed to provide students with a basic theoretical and philosophical understanding of the investigatory process. Crime-solving techniques will be studied, as well as hands-on laboratory investigations in such areas as fingerprinting, physical evidence, forensic anthropology and forensic serology. | Top |
| AP Biology, (SCI501) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: A “C” or better in Biology and Chemistry and teacher recommendation Credits: 1 |
AP Biology is a college level course. Students have the opportunity to earn university credit or advanced standing at most of the nations colleges or universities. Main subject areas covered are: chemistry of life, cells, heredity, genetics, evolution, organism diversity, structure and function of plants and animals, and ecology. Extensive laboratory experiences will require additional time put in by the student. Students who successfully pass the AP Biology test in May will receive college credit. | Top |
| AP Physics, (SCI502) Grades: 11-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Algebra with a grade of “C” or better. Concurrent enrollment in Trigonometry and/or Calculus/ Pre-Calculus. Completion of Honors Physics or Physics with a “C” or better. Credits: 1 |
This is a college level course which will expand upon the basic topics covered in the introductory physics class. Topics covered will include kinematics, laws of motion, fluid mechanics, harmonic motion and gravity, kinetic theory and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, wave theory, optics, automatic and quantum theory, and nuclear physics. Extensive lab work and application of mathematics will be a central part of this class. Students who successfully pass the AP Physics test in May will receive college credit. |
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