Science
Albert Einstein once described science as "the attempt of the human mind to find connections between the world of ideas and the world of phenomena." The Science Department strives to bring Einstein's definition of science to life in the minds and work of its students. Courses in biology, chemistry and physics expose students to the crucial observations and theories that constitute our fundamental understanding of the natural world. A tandem goal is to lead students to learn and experience the process by which scientists create, validate, revise, and, in some cases, completely restructure this understanding.
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Laboratory work is integral to all courses. As we guide our students through experiments that introduce them to new phenomena, demonstrate key concepts and challenge them to solve problems, we seek to demystify scientific inquiry by stimulating curiosity and enabling students to satisfy this curiosity through discovery. Throughout our courses we strive to teach students how to think and act like scientists and to nurture in them an appreciation of the natural world and an inclination to use their abilities in science to solve problems and act responsibly in society.
Teacher-guided discussion forms the basis for our courses, emphasizing careful observation, hypothesizing, questioning and reasoning. Computer technology is integrated into the curriculum, primarily in the form of computer-interfaced measurement probes and data analysis programs. Biology classes make frequent use of Noxontown Pond and the extensive woodlands and marshlands that surround the campus. Field studies are also conducted at nearby natural sites such as the Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.
Science Courses
Biology
Environmental Science
Physics
Chemistry
Semester-long Electives
- Engineering
- Nuclear Physics & Ethics
- Advanced Study in Anatomy & Physiology
- Advanced Study in Astronomy
- Advanced Study in Bioengineering (not offered in 2022-2023)
Engineering
Nuclear Physics & Ethics
Advanced Study in Anatomy & Physiology
Advanced Study in Astronomy
Advanced Study in Bioengineering (not offered in 2022-2023)
Science Faculty
Gregory Guldin
Titles:
Chemistry, Assistant Coach - Swimming, Assistant Coach - Boys Crew, VI Form Advisor
Ashley Hyde
Titles:
Science Department Chair, Physics, Astronomy, STEM Summer Research Coordinator, Assistant Coach - Girls Tennis
Harvey Johnson
Titles:
Dean of Math & Science, Math Department Chair, Physics, 3rd Team Boys Basketball
Bertie Miller
Titles:
Sustainability Coordinator, Biology, Environmental Science, Mein Dorm Parent, Assistant Coach - Girls Crew, Assistant Coach - Girls Cross-Country, LGBTQ+ Affinity Group Advisor
David Myers
Titles:
Computer Science, Mathematics, Assistant Coach - Boys Crew, Weekend Duty Head, Evening Study Hall Proctor
Dan O'Connell
Titles:
Biology, Forestry, Head Coach - Mock Trial, Evening Study Hall Proctor, Head Coach - Boys Cross-Country
Will Rehrig
Titles:
Co-Dean of Residential Life, Chemistry, Engineering, Baum Corridor Dorm Parent, Assistant Coach - Boys Cross-Country, Advisor to the Honor Committee, Advisor to Model UN
Chris Sanchez
Titles:
III Form Dean, Physics, Math, Assistant Coach - Girls Cross-Country, Fleming Dorm Parent, Weekend Duty Head