Science
At Trinity-Pawling, our Science Department strives to immerse our students in authentic scientific work and engage them to think and communicate as scientists. Foundational courses are offered in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and each course engages our boys through an active curricular approach. Honors level courses are offered in each subject area, and students can further their interest in several elective courses including Ecology, Astronomy, Meteorology, and more. Advanced Placement (AP) courses include AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C, and AP Environmental Science. Beyond the classroom, our students enjoy Science Department Research Talks offered throughout the year. Additionally, students with an affinity for scientific work can further their interest in clubs such as the Environmental Club or Vital Signs, our student-produced science magazine. Students are supported in their scientific coursework and endeavors by a vibrant and committed science faculty who bring a breadth of experience and passion to their subject areas.
Science Courses
- First-Year Physics
- First-Year Physics Honors
- Chemistry
- Honors Chemistry
- AP Chemistry
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
- AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
- Science Research
- AP Physics 1
- Biology
- Honors Biology
- AP Biology
- Astronomy
- Meteorology
- Geology
- Physics
- Ecology
- The Environment Today
- AP Environmental Science
- Environmental Chemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Psychology
First-Year Physics
First-Year Physics Honors
Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
AP Chemistry
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Science Research
AP Physics 1
Biology
Honors Biology
AP Biology
Astronomy
Meteorology
Geology
Physics
Ecology
The Environment Today
AP Environmental Science
Environmental Chemistry
Anatomy and Physiology
Psychology
Science Research Program
In partnership with SUNY Albany, Trinity-Pawling is part of the University in the High School Science Research Program (UHS). As part of UHS, Trinity-Pawling students can enroll in our Science Research class, a three-year program where they conduct and present novel research under the direction of one of our faculty members and a mentor. Students receive college credit upon completion of this program. Leveraging our close proximity to New York City, several of our students are also able to participate in the Columbia University Science Honors Program.
I teach very matter-of-factly. I believe boys want to be able to ask a question and get a truthful answer. My goal is to have a classroom setting in which every student is comfortable to speak his mind.
Emily Tucci,
Science Teacher