Science
Science at Arvada West High School
The Arvada West High School Science Department is dedicated to delivering a dynamic and rigorous educational experience, equipping our diverse student body for success beyond high school.
We prioritize the cultivation of 21st-century skills, nurture curiosity and prepare our students through a diverse range of opportunities. This includes college-bound preparation, AP and honors classes, and career and technical education within the field of science.
With a wide variety of core and elective programs, the science department at Arvada. We offer students the opportunity to participate in a variety of unique experiences.
Science Courses
Traditional Science Pathways
9th |
10th |
11th and 12th |
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Traditional |
Integrated Science |
Earth Science Biology Chemistry* Physics* |
Chemistry* Physics* Astronomy and Geology Anatomy & Physiology* Environmental Science (CE) Marine Biology (12th only) |
Accelerated |
Earth Science Honors or Biology Honors |
Biology Honors or Earth Science Honors Anatomy & Physiology* Chemistry Honors* AP Biology* AP Chemistry* AP Physics 1* AP Physics 2* Environmental Science (CE) Marine Biology (12th only) |
*Denotes prerequisite
Science CTE Pathways
9th and 10th |
Upper-Level CTE Classes |
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CTE Energy |
See 9th-grade options above |
Energy Industry Fundamentals Electricity and Electronics DC/AC Environmental Science (CE) Engineering/Robotics (Math Credit) |
CTE Water Quality Management |
See 9th-grade options above |
Environmental Systems Water (CE) – Year 1 Advanced Water Quality Management* (CE) – Year 2 |
CTE Health Sciences |
See 9th-grade options above |
Anatomy & Physiology* – Year 1 Pathophysiology* – Year 2 |
*Denotes prerequisite
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