Science Department


Our goal is for students to experience the nature of science through an integrated program using critical thinking and problem solving skills necessary for life in the 21st century.  All courses emphasize laboratory experience and technology integration.  Honors/ AP Biology, Chemistry and Physics classes offer 135-minute laboratory experiences every class meeting.
Our teachers utilize inquiry as a pedagogical approach and all courses are aligned with National and State standards.

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All students are required to take three years of science.  Most will take 4 years.   
Required courses: Integrated Science: An Environmental Approach (3 levels)

Electives: Biology, Honors Biology, AP Biology (dual credit available); Chemistry, Advanced Chemistry, Chemistry in the Community; Honors Physics, AP Physics; Human Biology A and B, Anthropology, Pre-Engineering.
 
Unique Opportunities:
  • Science and Technology Contests: TSA Team, Dupont Challenge, Exploravision, Envirothon, Science Fairs, Independent Research Projects
  • The Real Science Club
  • Inventive Thinking Mentoring/Scholarship Program
  • University Hospital Research Assistants
  • Chemical Instrumentation Course at University of Cincinnati
  • SMART Team – Working with Molecular Modeling with the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Summer Programs:  Students are encouraged to attend summer science programs held at colleges and universities across the nation.  Students regularly attend programs in engineering, forensic science, computer technology, biotechnology, and the prestigious EXSEL program at UC College of Medicine.
 
Faculty:  Our teachers have received numerous National Teaching Awards.  All faculty participate in extensive professional development opportunities each year.  All have Masters degrees and one has a doctorate with extensive teaching, supervising and administrative experience in the educational and industrial environments.
Mother of Mercy High School | 3036 Werk Road | Cincinnati, OH 45211-7042 | Ph: 513.661.2740