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Upper School Science

Throughout the science curriculum, we seek to foster an appreciation and understanding of natural world, with specific focus on Cape Cod’s unique ecosystem. Students gain traditional laboratory skills using the scientific method that are complemented with tools to ask and answer questions based in Next Generation Science Standards. Working collaboratively and based on their questions, students design and conduct experiments to become effective problem solvers who are able to communicate their evidence-based conclusions clearly and effectively.

Upper school students undergo a rigorous, college preparatory science curriculum that includes laboratory courses in biology, chemistry and physics as well as AP level and non-lab courses. Content mastery is developed through detailed studies including the application of mathematical concepts, reasoning, and modelling. In laboratory work, skills are refined and expanded, and oral and written communication skills are reinforced through the development of data-driven conclusions.

Further scientific exploration is available through the Science Internship Program, where students may elect to work independently in the scientific community of Cape Cod and beyond.
  • Anatomy and Physiology

  • AP Biology

  • AP Chemistry (VHS)

  • AP Physics

  • Biology

  • Biology Honors

  • Chemistry

  • Chemistry Honors

  • Conceptual Physics and Engineering

  • Marine Science

  • Anatomy and Physiology

  • Anatomy and Physiology

  • AP Chemistry

  • AP Physics 1 New

  • AP Psychology

  • Applied Math & Physics Concepts

  • Intro to Engineering

  • Introduction to Computer Science

  • Kinesthesiology Practicum: Child Development, Wellness, and Physical Education

  • Marine

  • Marine Biology & Conservation

  • Marine Biology and Conservation

  • Marine Science

Our Faculty

  • Photo of Abby Wood
    Abby Wood
    Upper School Science
    Science Faculty
    Roger Williams University, University of Rhode Island
    Tantasqua Regional HS
    2015
    Bio
  • Photo of Sarah Bacon
    Sarah Bacon
    Upper School Mathematics, Upper School Science
    Learning Center Specialist
    2022
  • Photo of Amanda Hall
    Amanda Hall
    Upper School Science, Upper School Course Lists by Grade
    Science Faculty
    Bates College
    2014
    Bio
  • Photo of Rob Hurd
    Rob Hurd
    Upper School Mathematics, Upper School Science
    Mathematics & Science Faculty
    508-428-5400
    Bowdoin College - BA
    Dartmouth College - MA Liberal Studies
    Massachusetts Maritime Academy - MS - Emergency Management
    2022
    Bio
  • Photo of Christian Sears
    Christian Harry Sears
    Upper School Mathematics, Upper School Science, Middle School Special Programs
    Interim Director of Athletics & Science Faculty
    Landon School
    University of Maryland College Park
    2021
Cape Cod Academy is one of the only independent, co-educational, college preparatory schools serving students from kindergarten to grade 12 on Cape Cod.