AP Biology is a challenging high school curriculum designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biological concepts at a college level. Covering topics such as cellular biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and physiology, the course emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and hands-on laboratory experiences. Students engage in in-depth exploration of biological principles through analysis of scientific literature, data interpretation, and experimental design. The AP Biology curriculum is covered in the first semester of DE Biology with the second semester adding additional information from the NOVA curriculum such as zoology, botany, and organ systems.