The AP Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science. An interdisciplinary field, environmental science incorporates elements of geology, biology, physics, environmental studies, chemistry, economics, and geography. In both breadth and level of detail, the course reflects what is found in many introductory courses in environmental science offered at the college level and adheres to the College Board curriculum.

The Chemistry AP course is designed to be equivalent to a college introductory course in chemistry. Content is divided into nine units that extend beyond topics taught in CP Chemistry or Chemistry Honors. This is a lab-intensive course with a focus on inquiry, analysis, and lab technique. Both the difficulty and volume of material covered in this course will require considerable dedication from each student. This course is designed to: 1) further his knowledge of chemistry; 2) increase his laboratory skills and 3) prepare the student for the Chemistry AP exam. An AP Chemistry student should be an independent, self-motivated learner with strong analytical reasoning ability. He must have a strong interest in chemistry and performed well in his introductory chemistry course.

Anatomy and Physiology – Year Long Course Human anatomy and physiology is a science that includes the study of many human body systems. Through lectures, labs, and activities, students will learn how structures (anatomy) of the human and their function (physiology) fit together to maintain homeostasis. Evaluation of current research, technology and issues related to the health care field will be used to understand the study of the human body. Finally, students are required to give a detailed classroom presentation/research project second semester.

The Biology AP course is designed to be equivalent to a college introductory course in the Biological Sciences. Four big ideas stressed throughout the course include: evolution, energy processes, information transfer and interactions. This is a lab-intensive course with a focus on inquiry and analysis. Both the difficulty and volume of material covered in this course will require considerable dedication from each student. This course is designed to: 1) further his knowledge of biology; 2) increase his laboratory skills and 3) prepare the student for the Biology AP exam. An AP Biology student should be an independent, self-motivated learner with strong reading comprehension skills and analytical reasoning ability.

Physics is an introductory, year-long laboratory course to develop critical thinkers with a firm foundation in science. Students will explore concepts of physics including Newtonian mechanics, work, energy, and power, mechanical waves and sound; and introductory electricity with circuits through an inquiry-based curriculum. The course is rich in hands-on activities that include a combination of lab experiments, design challenges, engineering projects, computer simulations, while building on curiosity and a scientific community through collaborative learning, demonstrations, and lectures. Course content is aligned to the fundamental principles of Algebra I. Laboratory work, in conjunction with the appropriate mathematical and conceptual reasoning, is an important component used to aid the students understanding of the physical world.

Chemistry Honors takes an accelerated look at chemical principles. Chemistry Honors covers several more chapters than regular chemistry, the calculations done in Honors Chemistry are more in depth, and the pace of the class is much faster than regular chemistry. Laboratory work and chemical problem-solving will be emphasized. Taking AP Chemistry exam is not encouraged after completing the Honors Course.

An introduction to basic chemical principles, including atomic structure, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, solutions, thermochemistry, gas laws, acid/base, and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory work emphasizes fundamental laboratory techniques and scientific collaboration within groups.

This course is designed to survey all the topics presented in the regular Biology course as well as additional topics. This is an extensive laboratory science course and will expose the student to a variety of laboratory techniques. The pace of the course will be rapid and is designed for the student who is both self-motivated and very disciplined in study skills. An emphasis is placed on inquiry and analysis as well as the learning of important facts and concepts. A grade point average of 3.0 or greater is highly recommended. Students that elect to take this course should be prepared to do additional work and reading.

This survey course is an introductory life science course concerned with an in-depth study of the structure and function of living organisms. This is an extensive laboratory science course and will expose the student to a variety of laboratory techniques.

An emphasis is placed on inquiry and analysis as well as the learning of important facts and concepts. The main areas of study include: cellular biology; energetics, genetics and evolution; ecological principles; and ethical applications.

All Senior students will take either one year-long senior elective, or two semester-long senior electives.

California History is a one semester class in which students explore the rich history of the state through a variety of lenses: the relationship between humans and the natural environmental, migrations and demographic change, social interactions and social justice, political and economic development, and the technological and cultural innovations that are a hallmark of California's past and present. Particular attention will be paid to Santa Clara Valley as it develops from a region home to several thousand Ohlone, to one central to Spanish and Mexican regional interests, to its privileged place in the first years of statehood, to “The Valley of Heart’s Delight,” and finally to modern-day Silicon Valley.