Regents Earth Science

Regents Earth Science

Length of Course: 1 Year
Grades Allowed in Course: 9
Pre-requisite: Science 8
This course is based on New York State Physical Setting curriculum. Students are encouraged to
develop a broad understanding of geological principles through the study of topics such as measurement
and mapping, rocks and minerals, earth’s internal structure, surface processes, earth’s history, weather,
astronomy, and the earth’s environment. There is a strong emphasis on the process of scientific inquiry
and laboratory work, including written lab reports which are required to take the June regents exam. This
class entails more challenging activities and provides a greater depth of content knowledge.

Earth Science Syllabus.doc