Students may take any science course they wish in any order as long as they have completed the listed prerequisites. However, it is the considered opinion of the Science Department that the standard course of study for science for the best preparation for college should be: Earth and Space Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (in order).

CAUTION: Personal preferences will not necessarily assure the best preparation for college.

Please note that all of the science courses at Lewis-Palmer High School are considered to be “lab-based” courses. Designation of lab courses varies for each higher institution. It is always recommended to research prospective colleges with regard to their lab course criteria.

After completing Chemistry, students are ready to enter the following classes:

• PLTW Biomedical course

• Advanced Astronomy

• Introduction to Forensics Science

• Geology

• Zoology

Following Honors Chemistry, students are ready to enter the following classes:

• PLTW Biomedical course

• Physics

• AP Chemistry

• AP Physics

• AP Biology

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2024-2025 LPHS Scheduling & Course Handbook