Toronto Catholic District School Board

Science Department

At St. Joseph College School, science students learn about the world in practical and meaningful ways. Through a variety of learning experiences, students develop problem solving skills that further their understanding of scientific concepts and are transferable to every area of their lives. Students are immersed in discussion and investigation of issues and topics that are of current relevance to society, on a local, national and global scale. Students are engaged through the use of a variety of learning tools, including various software programs and digital media. Areas of particular focus include the environment, biotechnology, and health care.

A significant portion of students at SJCS choose to study at the Advanced Placement level. These courses provide a more rigorous and challenging environment that thoroughly prepares students for success in university studies. Many of our students pursue post-secondary studies in the sciences, and a large number of alumni are working in careers related to science. We aim to continue these trends and to continue to bring the world of science alive for our students.

Department Head:

B. Meagher

Department Members:

V. Bacchus

J. Capule

A. Costa

A. O’Connor

I. Padure

M.F. Sanchez-Kani

A. To

A. Valente

J. Wilson

Department Courses:

Courses	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Science, Academic	SNC 1D1	SNC 2D1
Science, Applied	SNC 1P1	SNC 2P1
Science, Pre-Advanced Placement		SNC 2DP
Biology, University Preparation			SBI 3U1	SBI 4U1
Biology, College Preparation			SBI 3C1
Biology, Pre-Advanced Placement			SBI 3UP
Biology, Advanced Placement				SBI 4UP
Chemistry, University Preparation			SCH 3U1	SCH 4U1
Chemistry, College Preparation				SCH 4C1
Chemistry, Pre-Advanced Placement			SCH 3UP
Chemistry, Advanced Placement				SCH 4UP
Physics, University Preparation			SPH 3U1	SPH 4U1
Physics, Pre-Advanced Placement			SPH 3UP
Physics, Advanced Placement				SPH 4UP
Environmental Science			SVN 3M1