COURSE ID: VA3008

VA Life Science

Current 2026-27
Start Date: August 20, 2026
End Date: May 27, 2027
District: Park County School District #1
Grade Levels: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Provider: Park 1 Virtual Academy

In Acellus Life Science, students study living organisms, including plants, animals, and human beings. Beginning with a review of the basics of science, such as the scientific method, Ms. Pence goes on to explore life itself, beginning with cellular organization and discussing the organization of living things. Particular emphasis is placed on human biology. Course topics include: The Scientific Method, Science and Nature, The Nature of Life, Plant and Animal Cells, Cell Division, The Six Kingdoms, Protists, Fungus, Plants, Simple Invertebrates, Vertebrates, Major Systems of the Human Body, and Nutrition.