Science

The Lemont High School Science Department believes students should develop the following characteristics: 

• Problem solving skills 
• Focus on scientific inquiry 
• Mastery of material aligned with state standards 

Courses offered within the Science Department curriculum are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards. Learning experiences help students toward mastery through hands-on laboratory experiments, classroom discussions, use of authentic assessments, and implementation of technology. 

Based on their abilities and course level, students are expected to: 

• Participate in laboratory experiments 
• Work within the framework of scientific inquiry 
• Take advantage of an array of courses with rigorous and differentiated curricula 
• Utilize critical thought 
• Develop a knowledge base that they can use as technology continues to advance

Student grades are determined based on their performance on classwork, laboratory experiments and written assessments.