Course selection help....?

Question

I'm starting high school this September, and I am placing out of Algebra I. Now, my high school offers two science options:

a. The traditional science sequence: Biology, chemistry, and then physics.
OR
b. The ARISE sequence: Physics, chemistry, and then biology. (This is for students that place out of Algebra I.)

-Which is the better/ more beneficial program? Which is the program that most schools use?

Answer 1

Well the sciences build on each other, so if you're not confidant about your science knowledge then you should start with basics and move forward. If you're good with math and science knowledge then I don't think the ARISE sequence will be too tough for you. Physics is really all about equations anyway. In my school, most students have options to take AP BIO and AP CHEM and AP Physics, so if your school has those options you may think about going in that direction too.

Don't forget to talk to your parents about this, and you might think about calling the high school and talking to a counselor about what your choices are and what you're thinking about doing.

Good luck!