Science Department

Xavier's Science curriculum fosters students’ curiosity as they learn to phrase scientific questions, construct testable hypotheses, and efficiently gather data. 

This department actively promotes scientific literacy, and the understanding of the unifying scientific principles that govern the physical and biological disciplines. Scientific literacy is demonstrated through effective problem solving, along with informed, responsible, and ethical decision making. Students gain a comprehensive understanding
of the natural world utilizing the scientific method. To this end, the curriculum encourages students’ curiosity as
they learn to phrase scientific questions, construct testable hypotheses, and efficiently gather data.
Students are also charged with analyzing data quantitatively, effectively communicate their findings, and justifying their conclusions.

All classes at Xavier prepare students to master the demands of a rigorous college curriculum. Courses are designated as Advanced Placement (AP), Honors (H), Accelerated (A), or College Prep (CP).