Ralston Valley Senior High School – Sci Sem - Astronomy Honors

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course will detail properties of orbiting bodies (Kepler’s Laws) and through in- depth research and presentation complete a comparative study of the solar system. The causes and mechanism of many astronomical events, such as eclipses, Einstein’s theory of relativity is explored in how it relates to Black holes. The honors course prepares students for advanced course work and engages students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course. <br>Electronically guided telescopes are checked out to students, and in addition to class at school, the class meets once per week at night on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, weather permitting. <br>\*\*This course may be applied towards a STEM Endorsed Diploma