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Science Department Mission Statement

The Westborough High School Science Department’s mission is to provide an opportunity for all students to pursue excellence in the study of science, using the process of scientific inquiry to learn fundamental concepts of biological and physical science through our varied course offerings that include hands-on experiences. Thus, all science courses are considered lab-based.

Learning Expectations

Science students are expected to be:

Creative and effective problem solvers who apply the scientific method to:

  • Demonstrate a curiosity and inquisitiveness of the natural world
  • Identify and analyze
  • Choose and implement appropriate strategies to solve the problem
  • Collect and organize both qualitative and quantitative data
  • Interpret data and draw valid conclusions and communicate results

Thoughtful and effective communicators who:

  • Construct and interpret graphical data using a variety of techniques
  • Write and speak clearly, concisely, and accurately to convey a scientific meaning

Informed and active citizens who:

  • Exhibit responsibility, act with integrity and respect
  • Demonstrate scientific literacy in the interpretation and evaluation of ideas
  • Understand the role of science and technology in the modern world

WHS Lab Science Curriculum Documents

Alisa Hilfinger

Alisa Hilfinger

Teacher Science, Department Head
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