Biology I is a laboratory science course in which students discover the parts and processes of living things and their interactions with each other through unifying concepts, such as cell structure and function, genetics, evolution, disease and wellness, and ecology. An additional Honors Biology course is available for students with high interest and ability. It is 39 recommended that students have a “B” average or better in previous science courses prior to taking Honors Biology. This course has a Virginia SOL assessment.