Completed in 1982-83, this is a manual of science competencies and proficiencies for the Moorestown Public Schools, New Jersey. The document's seven major sections include: (1) a statement of philosophy of the science department stressing science education's role as the link between science, technology, and society; (2) suggested science competencies for grade 8 (including concept objectives in both life and physical science, as well as attitudinal objectives in science); (3) competencies in life science for students in grade 12; (4) competencies in physical science for students in grade 12; (5) descriptions of all high school science courses offered; (6) flow charts for student selection of science courses in grades nine through twelve; and (7) listings of specific subject proficiencies for each science course taught at the high school level. (TW)