ROP Spotlight: Sports Medicine
Take a look into one of the many ROP classes that FVHS has to offer; Sports Medicine. Students will be able to get hands-on practice, relating to a health-care based career.
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AP Environmental Science students given valuable research experience
Unlike other Advanced Placement (AP) classes, AP Environmental Science allows students to conduct college-level research on an environmental issue. Many student groups at FVHS are conducting research in many disciplines of science such as microbiology, toxicology, ecology and air pollution.
The Cambrian Explosion: A gateway into our past
About 545 million years ago, the world was much different than it was today. Covered almost completely by ocean, the only life was in the sea. Suddenly, there was an explosion of creatures that would be deemed weird by today’s standards. They were swimming around in great numbers in a period known as the Cambrian. With these creatures however, comes a problem. Where did they all come from?
STEM students can ‘SMASH’ obstacles: applications open now
The Summer Math and Science Honors Academy (SMASH) is a free summer program catered towards high school students who are underrepresented in the STEM field.
Biology Olympiad comes to FVHS
For the first time in its history, Fountain Valley High School is hosting the USA Biology Olympiad on its campus. This event is a test-taking tournament for any aspiring scientist wanting to show off their skills.
Can GMOs be used to stop world hunger?
GMOs have recently seen a lot of hate because they are “unnatural,” but they may have uses to help feed the world and help us meet production quotas.
Ben Minch writes a top koala-ty book
With free time on his hands and having all the “koalafications”, Benjamin Minch writes a book on his favorite creatures.
Koalaty Science: Why science communication isn’t effective
Find out why science communication is ineffective and the effects that this has on our changing society.
Koalaty Science: The Biophilia Hypothesis
Have you ever wondered why humans own pets even though they are practically parasites taking up time and money? Or why people like to hang out around forests and trees even though they do not meet any of their needs? Find out the answer to these questions and many more with this installment of Koalaty Science.
Teachers and students discuss the value of summer assignments
As of the new school year, students contemplate whether summer assignments have effectiveness towards students and teachers.