Science Research

This course gives students the opportunity to pursue their own scientific questions and skills through authentic research in science. Students are expected to develop their own projects and write scientific papers suitable for presentation at the city science fair and VJAS. Students are encouraged to pursue discussions, internships and/or mentorships with scientists and professionals based on the nature of their selected projects. Students may participate for multiple years; 10th- and 11th- grade students are encouraged; 12th-grade students need instructor approval. This course includes a summer assignment where students develop a topic for study. Students should contact the instructor for this assignment.