Poughkeepsie City School District

The Physical Setting/Earth Science core curriculum is organized into three general areas of study: Geology, Astronomy and Meteorology. The course focuses on an understanding of the interconnectedness of Earth phenomena, processes and systems. The core skills of analyzing and interpreting charts and graphs along with the application of previously learned content are a primary focus throughout the year. The New York State Regents Exam should be taken after the completion of the course.